ACE Incubation Program: Open for Applications

The latest ACE Incubation Program is now open for applications. The deadline for applications is 14th October 2019.

Are you a student, researcher or technology professional with an innovative business idea? The ACE Incubation Program helps you develop your tech or science concept into a successful company. ACE covers all stages of starting a business and help you boost your entrepreneurial skills. Once you are accepted into the program, ACE guarantees two years of support.

ACE Offer

  • 12 weeks of interactive lectures and workshops
  • Individual mentoring sessions with seasoned entrepreneurs and business experts
  • A network of consultants and service providers
  • Access to our professional network of partners
  • Matching to venture capital and industry leaders
  • A vibrant and welcoming community of passionate founders

For Whom

  • MSc or PhD students, researchers, technology professionals or alumni of any Dutch university. International applications are also welcome
  • You have an innovative tech or science business idea
  • You have a passionate and ambitious team
  • You are willing to set up your business in the Amsterdam region
  • You have potential for growth and ambition to scale up internationally

More information HERE

Apply HERE

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