About us

Where German Startups Grow Beyond Borders

We empower Germany's future unicorns with international networks, mentorship, and the knowledge needed to scale globally.

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Our Mission

German Accelerator breaks down barriers and cultivates an interconnected ecosystem where innovation and startups thrive on a global stage.

More Than Just an Accelerator

For more than 12 years, German Accelerator empowers high-potential German startups and scale-ups to thrive on a global scale. Our proven systems connect businesses to over 30 international ecosystems, granting access to top innovation hubs while removing growth barriers. Each of our programs is tailored to meet the unique needs of participants, helping them scale, enter new markets, and achieve success.

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Collective

Backed by the German Government

Financed by

Startup Growth Financially Supported

German Accelerator is proudly financed by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWE) – it is their belief that supporting startups is key to driving innovation.

Run by

Accelerating Innovation on a Global Scale

German Accelerator is run by Start2 Group, a premier startup ecosystem platform, helping growth-oriented startups to shape and scale ventures.

Part of

On the Road to Startup Nation Germany

German Accelerator is a central program of the German startup strategy, designed to position the country as a global leader in innovation and entrepreneurship.

Timeline

German Accelerator Milestones

2010
2010

2011
2011

2012
2012

Silicon Valley / San Francisco

2014
2014

New York

2015
2015

Life Sciences

2018
2018

Southeast Asia with Office in Singapore

2019
2019

Launch of Market Discovery Program

2021
2021

Launch of German Accelerator Academy

2022
2022

German Accelerator’s 10th Anniversary & Launch of AI Competence Center

2023
2023

German Accelerator Program Launches in Latin America

2024
2024

2025
2025

Any Questions?

Our Advisors Are Happy to Help!

Our advisors are your first point of contact for taking your startup international. They offer personalized guidance and will support you on your journey to global success.

André Seidel
Prof. Dietmar Harhoff

Global Scaling Advisor
Location
Germany

Divotsna
Prof. Matthias Notz

Global Scaling Advisor
Location
Germany

Thomas Mack
Andy Goldstein

Head of Scouting
Location
Germany

Alina Zukic
Till Ammelburg

Global Scaling Advisor
Location
Germany
Our Team
Our Team
Careers

Working at German Accelerator

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Network

A Collective to Activate Your Growth

Partners
Partners
Alumni
Alumni
Benefit Partners

100+

We offer startups and alumni exclusive access and benefits to essential tools and services.

Alumni

1.200+

Connect and join the ranks of other successful German companies who have participated in our programs.

Markets

Where Innovation Meets Opportunity

Europe
Europe
United States
United States
Latin America
Latin America
Asia
Asia
Contact

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