Is your startup seeking an opportunity for investment and growth?
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This 12-week program was designed with you in mind, thoughtfully divided into three parts, meticulously designed to provide you with the best hands-on acceleration journey. Alongside this structured approach, you’ll also benefit from personalized mentorship, a vibrant entrepreneurial community, and the opportunity to apply newfound skills immediately to your startup, setting you on the path to sustainable growth.
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The 500 Global Accelerator Program in Eurasia is tailor-made for ambitious tech startups operating in the dynamic Eurasia region and:
Tech startups that have direct or indirect operations in the following countries can apply:
Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia (the Czech Republic), Estonia, Georgia, Greece, Hungary, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan (the Kyrgyz Republic), Latvia, Lithuania, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Poland, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, Uzbekistan.
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Experience an immersive 2-week journey in the dynamic city of Tbilisi, where you'll connect with fellow startup enthusiasts, seasoned mentors, and visionary partners.
During these transformative weeks, you'll actively participate in practical, hands-on sessions, receive invaluable one-on-one mentorship, and embark on a journey through a proven process of startup growth that includes:
The program Fee for Phase 1 is $35,000 per startup, excluding travel expenses. This fee covers the comprehensive support, mentorship, and resources provided throughout Phase 1.
By completing Phase 1, startups is expected to gain valuable insights, refine their strategies, and make informed decisions for successful market expansion.
The following 8 weeks constitute the 'Big Growth' phase, during which you'll work closely with your dedicated mentor while launching tens of experiments for your business. This is where we tackle growth.
Here's what you'll learn:
Additionally, you'll participate in workshops with global experts covering:
The program Fee for Phase 1 is $35,000 per startup, excluding travel expenses. This fee covers the comprehensive support, mentorship, and resources provided throughout Phase 1.
By completing Phase 1, startups is expected to gain valuable insights, refine their strategies, and make informed decisions for successful market expansion.
Phase 3 represents the culmination of your journey as you come together in Tbilisi with your mentors and fellow startup founders.
These final two weeks are thoughtfully designed to prepare you for your fundraising efforts. You'll receive guidance on crafting a compelling pitch, designing an impactful deck, building an investor network, and formulating a comprehensive fundraising strategy.
This phase culminates in an exciting Demo Day event, where you'll have the opportunity to present your company to a diverse audience of hundreds of local and international key ecosystem stakeholders. It's your chance to showcase your product in Tbilisi to propel your startup to new heights.
The program Fee for Phase 1 is $35,000 per startup, excluding travel expenses. This fee covers the comprehensive support, mentorship, and resources provided throughout Phase 1.
By completing Phase 1, startups is expected to gain valuable insights, refine their strategies, and make informed decisions for successful market expansion.
Through the accelerator program you will have an opportunity for an investment of potentially $100,000.
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1. AS OF 31 MARCH 2024. ASSETS UNDER MANAGEMENT (“AUM”) STATED HEREIN ARE ROUNDED TO THE NEAREST $100M AND ARE CALCULATED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SEC FORM ADV PART 1A INSTRUCTION 5.B. TO INCLUDE THE CURRENT MARKET VALUE (OR FAIR VALUE) OF ALL PRIVATE FUND ASSETS AND THE CONTRACTUAL AMOUNT OF ANY UNCALLED COMMITMENTS TO SUCH PRIVATE FUNDS, TOGETHER WITH THE CURRENT MARKET VALUE OF ALL OTHER SECURITIES PORTFOLIOS FOR WHICH 500 STARTUPS MANAGEMENT COMPANY, L.L.C. OR ITS AFFILIATES PROVIDES ONGOING DISCRETIONARY INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES, WITH MARKET VALUE DETERMINED USING THE SAME METHOD USED TO REPORT ACCOUNT VALUES TO CLIENTS OR TO CALCULATE FEES FOR INVESTMENT ADVISORY SERVICES. ASSETS UNDER MANAGEMENT MAY INCREASE OR DECREASE SIGNIFICANTLY OVER TIME.
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