--- title: "Seedstars Acceleration Program" url: https://seedstars.com/programs/acceleration/ --- PROGRAM # Seedstars Acceleration Designed for companies to achieve a functional prototype, obtain first paying customers and product market fit [LEARN MORE __](/contact-us/) ## We focus on utilizing control tower methodology and support companies in getting to their proven concept faster and with fewer losses. ### We focus on utilizing control tower methodology and support companies in getting to their proven concept faster and with fewer losses.: details Our hands-on experience building and investing in startups from emerging markets gives us our edge. The majority of the theory being taught has been tried in the field. Our regional/global vision and network adds an element most programs cannot offer. ### Acceleration methodology The acceleration program is structured around 1:1 mentoring aimed at tailored support, while formats include weekly workshops, bootcamps, KPI sessions, and social activities. #### WORKSHOPS Workshops given during bootcamps and on a weekly basis provide the knowledge base for the product market fit, customer acquisition & fundraising fundamentals. #### 1:1 MENTORING Apart from 1:1 meetings with workshop mentors, companies have weekly KPI meeting with Entrepreneur in Residence, who coaches the venture throughout the program. EIR ensures program content adoption, supports with challenges, tracks progress. #### TOOLS Seedstars has developed a "Control Tower" to facilitate the tracking of ventures goals and progress, to be used as an internal workbook after graduation. ### Acceleration program objectives ![Drive economic growth](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/economic_growth.max-150x150.png) #### DRIVE ECONOMIC GROWTH Support ventures on their journey to profitability and reaching product market fit faster, with potential for future growth & scalability. ![Solve societal challenges](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/puzzle.max-150x150.png) #### SOLVE SOCIETAL CHALLENGES Focus on one of more themes (eg. EdTech, FinTech, HealthTech, AgriTech) and help reach the SDG with tech enabled, scalable our products. ![Import global best practices](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/skills.max-150x150.png) #### IMPORT GLOBAL BEST PRACTICES Lean methodologies, tools and best startup practices are taught to the cohort by the Seedstars internal experts and selected external mentors. ![Attract global investors](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/rocket.max-150x150.png) #### ATTRACT GLOBAL INVESTORS Participants reach a level of interest for foreign investors and can tap into the Seedstars global investor network of over 500 members. ### Acceleration program track record #### PROGRAMS 6 #### STARTUPS 52 #### LOCATIONS 5 #### NET PROMOTOR SCORE 89% ### Formats we work with ![Virtual](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/virtual.max-150x150.png) #### VIRTUAL Seedstars has been a proponent of Virtual programs since 2017. The program can be conducted fully virtually and allow the founders to stay close to their team and clients. ![hybrid](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/hybrid.max-150x150.png) #### HYBRID Hybrid programs benefit from the best of both formats with short, intense onsite bootcamps complimenting the virtual learning and mentoring. ![Onsite](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/onsite.max-150x150.png) #### ONSITE In countries with a critical mass of potential program participants, an onsite program can be conducted. ### Client success [ GLOBAL • EDUCATION & CONSULTING Empowering Caregivers in Africa to Fully Utilize Immunisation Services In Their Communities __ ](https://www.seedstars.com/community/client-success/empoweringcaregivers-in-africa-to-fully-utilize-immunisation-services-in-their-communities/) [ GLOBAL • HEALTHCARE Making the World More Accessible for People with Disabilities __ ](https://www.seedstars.com/community/client-success/making-world-more-accessible-people-disabilities/) [ AFRICA • HEALTHCARE Facilitating Innovative Ideas for a Post-COVID Reality in the African Continent __ ](https://www.seedstars.com/community/client-success/facilitating-innovative-ideas-for-a-post-covid-reality-in-the-african-continent/) [ MIDDLE EAST AND NORTH AFRICA • TECHNOLOGY Reducing Migrants Vulnerability in MENA and Africa __ ](https://www.seedstars.com/community/client-success/reducing-migrants-vulnerability-in-mena-and-africa/) [ GLOBAL • EDUCATION & CONSULTING Tackling Education Challenges in Emerging Markets with the Help of Technology __ ](https://www.seedstars.com/community/client-success/tackling-education-challenges-in-emerging-markets-with-the-help-of-technology/) [ GLOBAL • OTHER Powering Early-Stage Ventures for Growth in Bangladesh __ ](https://www.seedstars.com/community/client-success/powering-early-stage-ventures-growth-bangladesh/) [ MIDDLE EAST AND NORTH AFRICA • FINANCIAL SERVICES Growing Economy Through Growing Ventures in Saudi Arabia with Misk Foundation __ ](https://www.seedstars.com/community/client-success/growing-economy-through-growing-Ventures-in-saudi-arabia-with-misk-foundation/) ### FAQs Here are our most frequently asked questions. There are a lot of acceleration programs around, how are you different and how can you add value? ‎Our hands-on experience building and investing in startups from emerging markets gives us our edge. The majority of the theory being taught has been tried in the field. Our regional/global vision and network adds an element most programs cannot offer. The Accelerator Program is designed for startups looking for product market fit, while we focus on utilizing control tower methodology and support companies in getting to their proven concept faster and with fewer losses. Is it fair to take a program fee from the startups? Yes, almost all programs do this as per the analysis [**here**](https://www.seedstars.com/2017/07/27/global-acceleration-program-comparison-where-to-go-for-the-best-deal/). Can you really have results doing this virtually? ‎Yes, so far we have achieved excellent results as measured by NPS and follow on funding. In fact having the founders close to their team and their customers is beneficial at this stage of a startup. Can we get the batch of startups in to our corporate headquarters? ‎Yes, this is an additional element we can customise for you. For example we could do the opening bootcamp or customised week in your HQ to facilitate the collaboration. Are you able to source startups for my sector/region to attend a program? ‎Yes, our network covers all digital sectors in over 80 emerging market ecosystems and we’re confident we can source for all mandates. Can you manage the setup of an investment vehicle, due diligence etc.? ‎We can do this at an extra cost. Due diligence for the first phase of investment is already covered by us. For follow-on investment management, we can structure specific deals. # Interested in launching a program for entrepreneurs? Having the biggest positive impact in emerging markets is our mission and purpose as a company. 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