Accelerate your startup to the next level with CIVITTA & Impact HUB.
ABOUT
Each year Uplift – leading Slovak startup accelerator – supports dozens of the most innovative and promising startups from the CEE region. We work with founders on growing their business and increasing the value of their company.
WHAT WE OFFER?
4 months complex acceleration program
200 000 EUR investment for the selected startup
10 000 EUR cash prize for the best team
Workshops, networking sessions, dedicated business coaching and 1-on-1 mentoring
50+ top industry experts, mentors and successful entrepreneurs
Access to leading CEE investors at final Uplift Demo Day
Pilot your solution through networking with Uplift key partners
Office space in the heart of Bratislava
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
Startups and teams mainly in the field of Urban Innovation and Blockchain
Minimum viable product or service
Demonstrated traction such as first (paying/not paying) customers, subscribers, revenue or relevant partners/deals in the pipeline.
Potential to monetize and scale your business internationally
Full-time commitment and ability to participate in the program in Bratislava
Teams capable to work intensively to deliver substantial progress and tangible results during the program
Timeline
04.10.2019
Registration Deadline
12.10.2019
Selection Bootcamp
22.10.2019
Program Kickoff
16.12.2019
Progress Pitch
13.02.2020
Demo Day
Our key areas
URBAN INNOVATION
We are looking for innovative products and services disrupting industries in the field of smart city, urban mobility, cleantech, health & well-being.
BLOCKCHAIN
We are looking for startups using blockchain technologies, across a wide range of fields, such as fintech, medtech, utilities or supply chain.
Still not sure if you fit in? Read our FAQ here or contact Kristína at tomas.penxa@civitta.com.
Program
Be among the best and get access to intensive acceleration program designed to support your startup in key business areas.
Business model & Value proposition
Product development
Sales strategy
Marketing strategy
New markets development
Business intelligence
Presentation skills
Fundraising
HR & Team development
Finance & Accounting
IP & Legal
Finances & Investments