U.S. Market Access Life Sciences
Our program equips your life science startup with the tools and mentorship needed to successfully enter the U.S. market.
Tailored Support for Global Expansion
Unlock International Growth: Prepare your life science startup for U.S. market entry.
Through an intensive program, we provide expert guidance to help life science startups accelerate their entry and growth in one of the world’s most competitive healthcare markets.
All-In-One: Maximizing Startup Success.
About the Program
The U.S. Market Access Life Science program is a dedicated program for life science startups working on diagnostics, digital health, medical devices, therapeutics and platform technologies.
The program addresses the individual needs of each startup with the help of expert mentors who guide the development and execution of a market entry strategy.
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Creating a viable roadmap for international expansion by understanding and developing your target and beachhead markets, business model and fundraising strategy
Identifying and strengthening your value proposition for the local market through customer discovery
Optimizing your clinical, regulatory and reimbursement strategy
Executing market access plans with guidance from mentors and partners
Identifying and facilitating partnerships and exit scenarios
Program Dates
Duration & Location:
Program Dates: January 27 – April 25, 2025
On-site: To be announced
Format:
Workshops, 1-1 Mentoring, Immersion Week
Application Deadline:
October 14, 2024
Cost:
Free*
What’s in It for Your Startup
Accelerate Global Growth
Navigate a new market, develop market entry strategies, and execute go-to-market plans with the help of business and clinical experts.
Global Network Access
Tap into a global network of potential partners, customers, investors, and other program participants.
Save Valuable Resources
Protect your business by avoiding costly mistakes, saving valuable resources, and succeeding quickly.
Receive Unbiased Advice
Our Market Access programs are free of charge, we don’t take any fees or equity. Our goal is to help you succeed. No hidden agendas, no strings attached.
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How to Get Started with Us
Follow these simple steps and begin your journey with German Accelerator.
Getting Started
Before the actual program starts, we will help you prepare for your new business journey. Together, we will work on identifying individual priorities, setting goals, and will give you an overview of what to expect.
It’s all About the Base
You will participate in the German Accelerator Immersion Week – a series of curated workshops tailored to equip you with the knowledge needed to enter new markets.
Tailor-Made Support
Through in-depth and open dialogue with a dedicated expert team of mentors and German Accelerator team members, you will receive a customized curriculum based on co-created milestones and tackle the individualized work streams based on your company’s specific needs and challenges.
Your Time to Shine
We will send you off with an immersive graduation event to celebrate your achievements and provide you with the chance to pitch a network of investors, mentors, and partners in the local ecosystem.
Individual Program Length
The duration of the program is based on your individual needs and progress. Together with you, our mentors and team will develop a follow-up plan to best follow your needs, help you grow further and gain a lasting foothold in the new market.
What Previous Program Participants Say
You have the questions we have the answers
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How Can I Apply to the Program?
To apply, simply follow the instructions in the application form. After submission, our team will review your application and get in touch with next steps.
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Will German Accelerator take any equity?
We don’t take any equity from our startups and our programs are financed by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK). Our goal is to help you succeed. No hidden agendas, no strings attached.
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Who Is Eligible to Join?
To qualify for any German Accelerator program, your company has to meet our selection criteria:
- Your company must be incorporated in Germany with one of the following legal forms: UG; AG; GmbH; GmbH & Co. KG. We also consider GbRs on a case-by-case basis
- Qualify as a small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) based on the EU definition of a SME
- Be under the limit of the official EU De-minimis aid regulation
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What Are the Program Costs?
Participation in the Market Access Life Science program is fully funded, meaning there are no direct costs to startups. This is made possible through funding provided by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK). Also we don’t take any equity - means no strings attached.
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How Long Does the Program Last?
The program lasts a minimum of three months. The length varies based on the specific needs of each startup.