International Accelerator Program 2024 for Startups

This informs the public about the International Accelerator Program 2024 for Startups. Details about the Program are given below. The International Accelerator’s 12-month program offers foreign-born entrepreneurs the unique opportunity to live, work and develop their concept in the United States.

International Accelerator Program 2024 for Startups

Program Details

From free housing and office space to relocation and legal support, we provide everything our founders need to be successful, in addition to a powerful network of investors, experts and mentors who help them navigate the challenges of launching their company in the United States.

Our mission is to help forward-thinking immigrant founders join the American market. View a complete list of our offerings here.

Benefit

  • Introductions to investors
    Angel investors, venture capital firms and family offices, other access to capital, including non-dilutive (with the goal to raise up to $500k)

  • Potential funding of $25K – $100K
    in a SAFE via direct investment from IA founder Angelos Angelou

  • Free housing ​
    One bedroom per startup in a co-living space for up to 6 months 

  • Business development assistance
    At least 30+ introductions and strategic meetings with mentors, experts and potential clients

  • Free C-Corp incorporation
    Free incorporation in the states of Delaware and Texas with registration as a Foreign Entity in Texas

  • Free office space
    1 to 3 seats, with free parking

  • Immigration services
    VISA support and guidance, with discounted rates, to cover everything needed for relocation

  • IA team guidance and support
    Bi-weekly meetings including the entire IA team to work with the founder, helping them meet their needs

  • Our network of mentors and industry experts
    Personalized introductions to mentors and potential board advisors for longer-term support

  • Legal assistance
    Our lawyer can help with local, state, and federal government forms

  • Marketing services
    We help revamp your marketing material, redesign your Pitch Deck, and provide a free audit for your company’s online presence. 

  • International business alliances 
    Introductions to international business alliances, entrepreneurship competitions, and invitations to international conferences. E.g., SXSW, Southwest Impact Angel Network, US China Innovation Alliance

  • Growing your team
    We consult with startups and help their teams grow by assisting with job postings, interviewing and hiring. 

  • Partner perks and credits
    Cloud services and ad credits

Eligibility

  • A Viable MVP
    Startups must have at least an MVP with some early market validation or traction.

  • A Unique Product
    A unique product addressing a specific, unfulfilled need in a large and growing U.S. market

  • An Amazing Team 
    A confident and coachable management team with a high level of business and technical knowledge of the product and its market

  • A Business Model
    A business model with an accelerated monetization strategy

  • A Foreign-Born Founder
    A founding team with at least one foreign-born employee committed to moving to Austin, TX

  • Provide A Solution
    Startups must address solving a significant pain point in the market

How to Apply

For those interested in the International Accelerator Program 2024 for Startups. Open this link to start the application process.

Application Deadline

  • The deadline for receipt of applications is 30 April 2024.

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