Prepare for Global Expansion and Receive Free Mentorship
The Kickstart program helps you develop clear, data-backed hypotheses to identify the right markets for your business.
Tailored Learning and Mentorship for Global Growth
For companies looking to go global, uncertainty is the norm — and it often leads to wasted time, money, and momentum.
That’s where Kickstart comes in.
With the support of experienced mentors, practical tools, and strategic guidance, you’ll assess your startup’s readiness for international expansion and identify which market makes the most sense to explore first — all without pressure or cost.
It’s free of charge and in just 2 weeks, you’ll learn to make smarter decisions about going global.
What you will work on
These are some of the topics we will cover during the virtual program with the help of workshops and one-on-one mentoring sessions. This is just a sneak preview, there’s plenty of other things you will work on!
Networking & Elevator Pitch Practice
Learn how to craft a compelling elevator pitch - no matter what stage your company is in. Being able to clearly and confidently explain your business in just a few seconds is a vital skill. You’ll also discover how to get the best contacts and make the most of your networking efforts.
How to Pitch to Investors & Raise Funding
This hands-on example-loaded session will discuss the key elements of any startup's business plan, and how to represent these elements in your pitch deck, in a way that will spark the attention of investors, and get you to due diligence.
Customer Conversations
Gain a deep dive into the customer discovery preparation process in this hands-on workshop. Learn the importance of customer research and validating your findings in order to find your product / market fit.
Networking & Elevator Pitch Practice
Learn how to craft a compelling elevator pitch - no matter what stage your company is in. Being able to clearly and confidently explain your business in just a few seconds is a vital skill. You’ll also discover how to get the best contacts and make the most of your networking efforts.
How to Pitch to Investors & Raise Funding
This hands-on example-loaded session will discuss the key elements of any startup's business plan, and how to represent these elements in your pitch deck, in a way that will spark the attention of investors, and get you to due diligence.
Customer Conversations
Gain a deep dive into the customer discovery preparation process in this hands-on workshop. Learn the importance of customer research and validating your findings in order to find your product / market fit.
Networking & Elevator Pitch Practice
Learn how to craft a compelling elevator pitch - no matter what stage your company is in. Being able to clearly and confidently explain your business in just a few seconds is a vital skill. You’ll also discover how to get the best contacts and make the most of your networking efforts.
How to Pitch to Investors & Raise Funding
This hands-on example-loaded session will discuss the key elements of any startup's business plan, and how to represent these elements in your pitch deck, in a way that will spark the attention of investors, and get you to due diligence.
Customer Conversations
Gain a deep dive into the customer discovery preparation process in this hands-on workshop. Learn the importance of customer research and validating your findings in order to find your product / market fit.
Networking & Elevator Pitch Practice
Learn how to craft a compelling elevator pitch - no matter what stage your company is in. Being able to clearly and confidently explain your business in just a few seconds is a vital skill. You’ll also discover how to get the best contacts and make the most of your networking efforts.
How to Pitch to Investors & Raise Funding
This hands-on example-loaded session will discuss the key elements of any startup's business plan, and how to represent these elements in your pitch deck, in a way that will spark the attention of investors, and get you to due diligence.
Customer Conversations
Gain a deep dive into the customer discovery preparation process in this hands-on workshop. Learn the importance of customer research and validating your findings in order to find your product / market fit.
Networking & Elevator Pitch Practice
Learn how to craft a compelling elevator pitch - no matter what stage your company is in. Being able to clearly and confidently explain your business in just a few seconds is a vital skill. You’ll also discover how to get the best contacts and make the most of your networking efforts.
How to Pitch to Investors & Raise Funding
This hands-on example-loaded session will discuss the key elements of any startup's business plan, and how to represent these elements in your pitch deck, in a way that will spark the attention of investors, and get you to due diligence.
Customer Conversations
Gain a deep dive into the customer discovery preparation process in this hands-on workshop. Learn the importance of customer research and validating your findings in order to find your product / market fit.
What’s in It for Your Startup
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Find the Right Market Faster
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Make Smarter, Data-Backed Decisions
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Learn from International Experts
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Get All This — Free of Charge
Upcoming Kickstart Focus sessions
Kickstart Defense & Dual Use
The Kickstart Defense & Dual-Use Cohort helps founders navigate complex procurement, compliance, and investor challenges with expert mentorship, strategic introductions, and a clear scaling roadmap—accelerating growth and avoiding costly trial-and-error.
Program Details
What You Will Learn
Busy this time? Kickstart Focus runs regularly —
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How to Get Started
Follow these simple steps and begin your journey with German Accelerator.
Submit Your Application
Submit your pitch deck along with answers to key questions about your business, including your vision, market-fit, and current growth stage. This information will help assess your company’s potential for success and eligibility for the German Accelerator program.
Selection Process
Our team will carefully evaluate your application, reviewing all provided materials including your pitch deck and company details. If your startup is selected and meets the eligibility criteria, you will be notified of the next steps.
Time to Roll Up Your Sleeves
Join our virtual or hybrid program, featuring speaker sessions, workshops, and fireside chats, designed to kickstart your international expansion or deepen your subject matter expertise. Benefit from personalized 1:1 mentoring to help turn insights into action.
Ready, Set, Go!
With a global mindset in place and feedback on your startup’s readiness for international expansion, you can start working on your milestones. If you’re ready to take the next step, check out German Accelerator’s full Kickstart program, Market Discovery and Market Access offerings.
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