Activities

September 8-11, 2023

Design Thinking Bootcamp

An immersive, hands-on workshop focused on teaching the principles and methods of design thinking, a human-centered approach to problem-solving.

September 8-11, 2023

October 9, 2023

Go-To-Market Workshop 1

Introduced key marketing concepts like the 4 Ps (Product, Price, Place, Promotion), market segmentation, targeting, positioning, and competitor analysis.

October 9, 2023

October 12, 2023

Legal Workshop 1

Covered the main legal challenges co-founders may face during the early stages of their startup and explored different types of legal registration.

October 12, 2023

October 24, 2023

Go-To-Market Workshop 2

Provided a comprehensive overview of developing a go-to-market strategy, product strategy, business models, market entry, and scaling strategies.

October 24, 2023

November 7, 2023

Go-To-Market Workshop 3

Focused on marketing tactics, building sales funnels, attracting leads, and utilizing various marketing channels to enhance marketing efforts.

November 7, 2023

November 30, 2023

Legal Workshop 2

Explained the importance of Co-Founder Agreements and the logic behind their main provisions, with an emphasis on legal protection.

November 30, 2023

December 19, 2023

Pitching Workshop 1

Taught how to build a compelling pitch deck, including the science of storytelling, crafting 60-second elevator pitches, and structuring 3-minute presentations.

December 19, 2023

January 9, 2024

Finance Workshop 1

Covered accounting fundamentals, financial statements, audit cycles, and managing working capital, crucial for startup financial management.

January 9, 2024

January 19, 2024

Pitching Workshop 2

Focused on mastering body language for pitching, with tips on nonverbal communication, overcoming stage fright, and presenting confidently.

January 19, 2024

January 24, 2024

Go-To-Market Workshop 4

Introduced market sizing, pricing strategies, and models, providing skills for effective market analysis and pricing for products.

January 24, 2024

February 2, 2024

Pitch Night 1 and Huddle

Startups presented their business ideas to a panel of judges for feedback, followed by a huddle to facilitate collaboration with the accelerator team.

February 2, 2024

February 8, 2024

Finance Workshop 2

Explored cost structure, break-even analysis, pricing strategies, and financial projections to help businesses manage costs and achieve sustainability.

February 8, 2024

February 12, 2024

IP Workshop

Explored intellectual property (IP) concepts, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets, and the importance of IP in business innovation.

February 12, 2024

February 13, 2024

Board Meetings 1

Simulated board meetings to help participants prepare for real-world board discussions and decision-making processes.

February 13, 2024

February 25 - March 3, 2024

Immersion Trip to StartLife

An immersion trip for startups to StartLife to gain exposure to international ecosystems and learn from other innovators.

February 25 - March 3, 2024

March 13, 2024

Final Pitching and Selection for Phase 2

Final pitching event where six startups were selected for the incubation phase after presenting their business ideas to a panel.

March 13, 2024

March 22, 2024

OKR Workshop

Introduced the OKR framework, teaching participants how to set clear objectives and measurable key results to align with organizational goals.

March 22, 2024

April 17, 2024

Finance Workshop 1

Recap on the fundamentals of financial statements to refresh participants’ understanding of startup finance.

April 17, 2024

April 22, 2024

Export Readiness Workshop

Focused on food and agrifood compliance, covering global market regulations, certifications, packaging, and labeling for export readiness.

April 22, 2024

April 30, 2024

Internal Governance Workshop

Provided guidance on governance practices, organizational structures, managing boards, and stakeholder relationships for sustainable business development.

April 30, 2024

May 9, 2024

Pitch Night 1 and Huddle

Startups presented their ideas to judges for feedback, followed by a huddle to encourage communication and collaboration.

May 9, 2024

May 14, 2024

Board Meetings 1

Simulated board meetings to help participants gain experience in real-world discussions and decision-making.

May 14, 2024

May 16, 2024

Sales and Negotiation Workshop

Covered essential negotiation strategies, including preparation techniques, adapting for online environments, and role-playing real-world negotiation scenarios.

May 16, 2024

May 19 - May 31, 2024

Soft-landing trip to the Netherlands

A soft-landing trip to the Netherlands for startups to explore new markets and gain international exposure.

May 19 - May 31, 2024

June 7, 2024

Communication for Results Workshop

Focused on crafting impactful messages, effective communication channels, and strategies for engaging and influencing stakeholders.

June 7, 2024

June 12, 2024

Board Meetings 2

Simulated board meetings to help participants prepare for real-world decision-making and board dynamics.

June 12, 2024

June 26, 2024

Finance Workshop 2

Introduced term sheets and startup valuation methods to help participants understand the investment process and negotiate terms effectively.

June 26, 2024

July 18, 2024

End of Phase Event – Farm to Fortune

A Shark Tank-style competition where startups pitched to investors and experts, showcasing their progress and competing for investment.

July 18, 2024