Monday, March 17th, 2025 – Accelent is pleased to announce the placement of Dexter Bachelder as the new Chief Executive Officer of Propel People and Venture Leader at 1848 Ventures. Dexter previously served as Chief Revenue Officer at Slate Technologies Inc.

At 1848 Ventures, backed by Westfield®, they’re focused on consistently building, launching, and scaling a portfolio of B2B SaaS companies that harness the power of AI to fuel the future of small- and medium-sized businesses. At the center of the studio lies a dedication to pioneering change that exists at the intersection of advanced data science, leading AI, and deep human-centric understanding.

Their backing from Westfield, a respected leader in commercial insurance, allows them to explore innovative ideas, weather uncertainties, and confidently pursue ambitious ventures, but the work they do extends beyond insurance. They focus on industries that drive our economy, including construction, real estate, hospitality, retail, and restaurants and bring game-changing products to market that allow these businesses to operate in ways they never imagined.

An exceptional team of hands-on venture builders, data scientists, engineers, and designers are the heart of the studio. Together, they leverage a repeatable playbook to rapidly validate, build, launch, and scale customer-focused AI-enabled startups. But it’s not just about what they do; it’s how they do it. At 1848 Ventures, culture isn’t just a conversation: it’s a way of life. It is the actions that enable their set of evolving relationships and the experiences that they create. Their culture is a dynamic force that propels their organization towards innovation, growth, and lasting impact.