DEEP Startup Ecosystem Accelerator 2023

Implement world class startup support programs and ecosystem initiatives in your region and raise funds for them!

The 2-year ecosystem acceleration and the DEEPSEA program enable advanced ecosystem hubs to develop world-class innovation support offerings and to raise funds for their activities via public funding applications and the development of own business models.

• Work with world-class facilitators and mentors with experiences in ecosystem development from top hubs
• Data-driven analysis of your ecosystem UVPs and definition of key objectives
• Blueprints from Silicon Valley, Estonia, Munich, Chile and more
• Partnering strategy and networking support to achieve global impact
• Develop a sustainable business model for your project to sustain activities in the long-term
• Raise funds via public funding opportunities supported by DEEP’s funding monitoring and partner search

2023 Accelerator Program

Dates: 11 September to 20 October 2023

Concept & Vision: Week 1

• Knowledge – Master Class (3h)
• Individual 1:1 sessions (1h)
• Community Session (1h)
• Presentation of Intermediary Results (1h)

Ecosystem Analysis: Weeks 2 & 3

• Knowledge – Master Class – Training (3h)
• Individual 1:1 sessions (1h)
• Community Session (1h)
• Presentation of Intermediary Results (1h)

Partnering Strategy: Week 4

• Knowledge – Master Class – Training (3h)
• Individual 1:1 sessions (1h)
• Expert Mentor Sessions – Reality Check (1h)
• Presentation of Intermediary Results (1h)

Business Model & Fundraising: Week 5

• Knowledge – Master Class – Training (3h)
• Individual 1:1 sessions (1h)
• Expert Mentor Sessions – Reality Check (1h)
• Presentation of Intermediary Results (1h)

Pitch Training: Week 6

• Knowledge – Master Class – Training (3h)
• Individual 1:1 sessions – Pitch Training (1h)
• Expert Mentor Sessions – Reality Check (1h)
• Community Session: Closing (1h)

Demo Day: Q4 2023

• Pitch your project on stage & win partners

Implementation: 2023-2025

• Customized support
• Quarterly check-ins
• Fundraising
• Joint ecosystem building offerings
• DEEP Community benefits