Applications have just started to the TechUP – Technology-Focused Accelerator Program, which has been redesigned to support entrepreneurs with innovative and technological products/services who face challenges such as lack of investment access or experience. This program aims to help startups to achieve their growth targets by facilitating Proof of Concept (PoC) processes at Turkey’s leading companies. his program also aims to increase the customer and investment opportunities for entrepreneurs.
TechUP, which will be carried out by Bursa Eskişehir Bilecik Development Agency and DOMiNO Ventures in cooperation with Istanbul Development Agency , East Marmara Developlment Agency , South Marmara Development Agency and Trakya Development Agency is an accelerator program consisting of training, mentorship, and PoC processes for entrepreneurs residing or operating in the Marmara region. Some of our PoC partners in the program include Doğuş Teknoloji, Yapı Kredi, and Cevher Holding.
Who Can Apply?
- Entrepreneurs operating in the Marmara Region
- Entrepreneurs with an innovative and technological product/service, regardless of the sector
- Preferably, those who have achieved revenue
- Those in need of support in PoC processes
- Those who want to grow with mentor support, find customers, and receive investment
- Technology-based entrepreneurs
2024 being declared as the “Year of Women’s Entrepreneurship and Employment” by the Ministry of Industry and Technology, additional points will be awarded to applications from women entrepreneurs.
What Do We Offer in the Program?
- Entrepreneur Analysis / Identification of Deficiencies
- Accelerator Trainings
- Mentorship from Sectoral and Venture Capital Investment Funds
- Opportunity to conduct PoC at Turkey’s leading companies
- Opportunity to present business ideas to investors
Application deadline: June 28, 2024, Friday at 17:00
For the application form and detailed information, click here
