XceleRise is a program designed to equip ~30 startups with industry knowledge and market insights from key experts to successfully scale their operations internationally and raise capital by tapping Into Endeavor’s global network of mentors, investors and top industry professionals.
APPLICATIONS FOR COHORT 2 ARE NOW OPEN
Fundraising Strategies and Introductions
Market Expansion Guidelines and in Person Visits to 5 Selected Countries
Networking and Stakeholder Engagement
Program
Sector Focus
This program will also support companies promoting the emergence of competitive enterprises and job creation in various sectors including fintech, ed-tech, health-tech and the likes as well as companies in the logistics and smart-city sectors who promote fair supply chains and sustainable transformation of global supply chains.
Program Details
Phase 1: Investor Webinar Series
1
Matchmaking investors with companies and create opportunities to connect with experts and industry peers to understand the investment dynamics in the selected countries and the ease of raising funds.
Phase 2 : “ Ask The Experts ” Guidelines on Market Expansion
2
Discussing the main challenges companies face when expanding globally and connecting with experts from 5 markets selected by the startups (from the 42 markets Endeavor is present in) ,to discuss the key pillars of market expansion and dynamics in the region.
Market Access- Country Visit
3
Discussing the main challenges companies face when expanding globally and connecting with experts from 5 markets selected by the startups (from the 42 markets Endeavor is present in) ,to discuss the key pillars of market expansion and dynamics in the region.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Strong Network With Key Stakeholders
Readiness for Market Penetration
Best Practices for Effective Fundraising
Deep Understanding of Market and Investment Dynamics
Eligibility Criteria
- Sector Agnostic
- Pre Series/Series A Stage
- Generate A Minimum Of $250k (EGP 8M-10M) Revenues Annually.
- Reach A Minimum of 10+ Employees.
- Look To Expand Internationally; Within The MEA Region.
- Look To Raise Capital
COHORT 1 & 2 STARTUPS
