Start-up support for internationalization: Kickstart International from German Accelerator

Internationalization - a big word for every startup. It's good that you can prepare for international expansion at an early stage. Even better, if the perfect program is available to help you get started. Best of all, there's no catch.

Kickstart International - All eyes on YOU and your startup

Five days, opportunities to participate several times a year, a hybrid schedule with workshops and events in different German cities - Kickstart International is that compact and simple. Startups thinking about taking the plunge into international markets are in good hands in this program. Together with the individual participants, it is determined whether the company meets the requirements for such a step and which market offers the most potential. In a global network of experts, Kickstart International is guaranteed to find the right mentors for every business sector and industry. Don't worry about a hidden agenda: the program is part of the German Accelerator, funded by the German Federal Ministry of Economics and Climate Protection (BMWK), which sees support for startups as a direct investment in innovation, new jobs and economic growth. Applying and participating in Kickstart International is free of charge for startups and without giving up any company shares.

Who we are

German Accelerator is part of the startup ecosystem - here in Germany, but also in Asia and the US and has been for 10 years. More than 500 startups have successfully gone through at least one of the programs and received more than US$4.9 billion in funding so far, including unicorns like Celonis, Forto, Raisin and Signavio. With tailored offerings, companies are nurtured at eye level and prepared for the demands of their target markets while innovation is driven with passion. Startups should make a decision for their international future based on knowledge, with insight into the target market and guidance from experts.

Internationalization - thinking about tomorrow today

The well-prepared bird catches the international worm. The program gives participants an overview of the various global markets and where the greatest potential for their startup lies. However, preparation is not just about imparting knowledge. Participants work closely with experienced mentors who help evaluate and possibly adapt each startup's existing business model for new markets. Even if internationalization is still in the future: Early adaptations avoid money- and time-consuming detours or mistakes and put startups on safe footing in the long run.

More than just a program for internationalization

Startups will find in our portfolio not only advanced support offers for an expansion to the USA and Asia (including Singapore, India, South Korea, China, Japan), the range of which is constantly being expanded. Participants also become part of the ecosystem of German Entrepreneurship, which operates the German Accelerator. This network consists of already successful startups, international partners such as universities, companies of all sizes, relevant associations and investors.

See you later, innovator! Find your perfect program at https://www.germanaccelerator.com/our-programs/kickstart/.

Apply now or talk to one of our Startup Scouts!