500 Global

500 Startups is Enterprise Singapore’s Global Innovation Alliance (GIA) partner in San Francisco, for the United States.

Founded in Silicon Valley in 2010, 500 Startups is one of the world’s most global venture capital firms and has built a leading startup accelerator. Its mission is to discover and support the world’s most talented entrepreneurs, help them to create successful companies at scale, and build thriving ecosystems.

500 Startups has:
  • Over $500 million in committed capital
  • Invested in more than 2,300 companies across more than 75 countries
  • More than 125 staff in 20 locations worldwide
  • Produced 15 unicorns from its portfolio
  • Accelerated more than 600 companies in over 25 batches

500 Startups is partnering with Enterprise Singapore to run Global Launch, a Global Innovation Alliance (GIA) Acceleration Programme supported by Enterprise Singapore. The programme will support:

  • Singapore-based technology startups and SMEs in entering the US; and
  • US-based startups in scaling up in Asia through Singapore as a springboard

Applications to the Global Launch SF Programme and Global SG Launch Programme are now open until 10 Dec 2021. Find out more about how you can apply below.

Global Launch SF Programme
 

The San Francisco Launch Programme is designed to help Singapore-based startups gain a foothold in San Francisco.

Virtual programme

As a result of the situation brought about by COVID-19, the San Francisco Launch Programme has been revised to the following:

  • Stage 1: Virtual programme (8 weeks)

    • In the first two weeks, participating startups will be guided through fundamental concepts to access new markets. The next seven weeks will focus on facilitating startup’s understanding of local partner/customers needs to secure early indication of market demand. Participants will attend a series of workshops and masterclasses to develop the necessary skills to gain entry into the US market. In addition, participants will receive 1-1 mentor guidance and participate in virtual networking events with potential partners and customers.

  • Stage 2: Optional in-market immersion (8 weeks)*

    • Startups will have the opportunity to take up an optional eight-week market immersion to San Francisco. Participants will make further connections to potential customers and investors. Participants will also spend the time in San Francisco to test their go-to-market plan with guidance from mentors and 500 startups.

    Startups may apply for stage 2 without applying for stage 1.

    *subject to prevailing conditions & travel restrictions

The total programme fee is $3,000 for stage 1 and $7,000 for stage 2. Participants can participate in both stages at a total programme fee of $8,000.

Who can apply

Singapore-based technology startups and SMEs.

How to apply

Interested applicants can visit this link or contact the key personnel below for more information on the application process:

LOCATION ADDRESS CONTACT DETAILS
San Francisco 814 Mission Street, 6th Floor
San Francisco, CA 94103 		Leonard Lee
Programme Manager (San Francisco)
E leonard.lee@500.co
Global SG Launch Programme
 

The Singapore Launch Programme will support global startups that want to establish a presence in Singapore and use Singapore as a launchpad to expand to Asia.

Virtual programme

As a result of the situation brought about by COVID-19, the Singapore Launch Programme have been revised to the following:

  • Stage 1: Eight-week virtual programme

    • In the first two weeks, participating startups will learn how to build a go-to-market strategy and create a plan for product-market fit validation. The next six weeks will focus on facilitating startup’s understanding local customers and partners needs and secure early indication of market demand in Singapore. Participants will attend a series of workshops and masterclasses to develop their go-to market strategy. In addition, participants will receive 1-1 mentor guidance and be introduced to potential customers and partners.

  • Stage 2: Optional eight-week in-market immersion*

    • Participants will have the opportunity to take up an optional eight-week market immersion to Singapore. Participants would make further connections to potential customers and investors, attend networking events and participate in a showcase and pitch day.

    *subject to prevailing conditions & travel restrictions

The total programme fee is $5,000 for stage 1 and $10,000 for stage 2.

Who can apply

International startups.

How to apply

Interested applicants can visit www.global-launch.500.co or contact the key personnel below for more information on the application process:

LOCATION ADDRESS CONTACT DETAILS
Singapore 100 Amoy Street
Singapore 069920 		Felicia Phan
Programme Lead (Singapore)
E sg.sv.launch@500startups.com
Service Offerings
 

For Singapore corporates, SMEs and startups, 500 Startups can also provide tailored support for engaging the US startup ecosystem. Please reach out directly to innovation@500.co to find out more about their tailored service offerings.

500 Startups’ services include:

  • Business development and partnership support
  • Briefings on business and technology trends
  • Startup-oriented programming, including custom accelerators and corporate venture capital (CVC)
  • Supporting marketing of products and services to the startup ecosystem
  • Mentorship and training

500 Startups also offers ecosystem development programmes. Examples of these programmes include providing training and mentorship for founders, educating investors and accelerator managers, as well as supporting some of the largest global corporates in their corporate startup innovation initiatives to drive digital transformation.

For more information about 500 Startups and its programmes, please visit www.500.co or email contactecosystemteam@500startups.com.



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