Empowering German Startups to Scale Globally
We take high-potential German startups on a fast-paced learning journey to understand, discover, and access the world’s leading innovation hubs. #GoFarGrowFast
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Who We Are
German Accelerator empowers German startups to scale globally. We take high-potential companies on a fast-paced learning journey to understand, discover, and access the world’s leading innovation hubs in the U.S. and Asia. Through highly-customized programs, mentoring from dedicated experts, as well as access to our vast network of business partners and investors, we help startups from all stages and across various industries on their way to international success. Since launching in 2012, German Accelerator has nurtured over 500 startups which have raised more than $12 billion in funding so far. German Accelerator is run by German Entrepreneurship GmbH and is proudly financed by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK).
What’s in It for Your Startup
Accelerate Your International Expansion
We help you prepare for international expansion and navigate your new market, develop a go-to-market strategy, and quickly reach your goals. You have no time to waste.
Save Valuable Resources
We help protect your business by accompanying your company from early on to support you in minimizing risk, avoiding costly mistakes, and saving resources.
Get Noticed
We introduce you to our strong global network, facilitate connections and pair you with the right people in the respective ecosystems, and help you get noticed not only in the new markets but also within Germany.
Receive Unbiased Advice
We don’t take any equity from our startups and our programs are financed by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy. Our goal is to help you succeed. No hidden agendas, no strings attached.
Our Markets
Our Programs & Offerings
For Startups of All Stages
Academy
Our Academy provides German startups with a head start on their journey to internationalization. Through different programs and workshops, startups will learn to build a global mindset and consider the potential of international expansion with all necessary basics early on.
Market Discovery Program
Market Discovery program that helps startups explore new markets in Asia and assess their suitability for a new region.
Market Access Program
Market Access program that helps startups successfully enter the U.S. or Asian markets.
Industry-Specific Program
Life Sciences Program
Industry-focused program for life science startups to prepare for and access international markets.