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Originally established in 2019 as a non-profit program within our civic association, #accacelife, with the aim of supporting start-ups and businesses, our concept soon evolved into a comprehensive accelerator program. As of 2023, we are glad to announce our collaboration with a VC fund and other start-up enthusiasts, as well as outstanding speakers and mentors, to introduce a groundbreaking accelerator, AceOn. Divided into two rounds: a spring pre-accelerator and an autumn accelerator, our program is carefully designed to nurture start-ups and exceptional ideas throughout the year, offering specialized support and the potential for investment opportunities.
Actively engaged in supporting start-ups through accelerators since 2019
Engaged over 50 expert mentors and speakers
6 successfully completed accelerator programs to date – and still counting
Supported more than 100 start-ups from Slovakia, Czechia, the UK and Norway
As we move forward with AceOn, our mission continues with helping founders to realise their ambitions by providing them with opportunities to cultivate their businesses and foster entrepreneurial spirit. Additionally, we provide insights into valuable topics relevant to start-ups, such as fundraising, valuation, marketing, business development, founder vesting, utilizing design thinking – and more.
The spring round of the accelerator lasts approximately 2 months and is held online or in a hybrid format. It is designed for startups in the idea or pre-seed stage, seeking support in building their prototype or MVP (minimum viable product). Participants in the program receive free mentoring, workshops, and lectures from local and international experts in various fields, from business management and finance to marketing.
The program focuses on scalable tech startups with growth potential. It is open to around 20 startups, which will be divided into two groups based on their stage of development.
The autumn round of the accelerator lasts approximately 2 months and also takes place online or in a hybrid format. It is intended for early-stage startups with a prototype or initial customers but still pre-investment. This year, we have added a specialization – in addition to startups from various segments, we are looking for teams focused on developing and improving technologies and processes within companies, such as CRM and AI solutions, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and more.
Participants in the program will have access to education through lectures and workshops, as well as mentoring from local and international experts in marketing, business, law, finance, fundraising, and other fields.
Two startups with the most potential will have the opportunity to receive an investment of 40,000 EUR to kickstart their business.
Key dates:
Take part in personalised one-on-one mentoring, attend lectures, and participate in workshops covering various topics such as fundraising, business development and knowledge exchange, all at zero cost to your team.
Make valuable connections with in-house professionals, industry experts, fellow entrepreneurs and people keen on providing support. Network with other founders, build partnerships with strategic allies and mentors.
Gain expertise in crafting a business strategy and validating your business model. Present your concept to potential investors and receive feedback that helps to advance your plans.
About Accace Adept South Africa
We are a joint venture between Accace and Adept Advisory, established to pursue a long-term strategy of providing innovative Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) and advisory services to clients in the United Kingdom and South Africa. We joined forces to augment each other’s valuable insight, knowhow and practices, whilst combining our experience in complementary fields of expertise.
About Accace Circle
Accace Adept operates internationally as Accace Circle, a co-created business community of like-minded BPO providers and advisors who deliver outstanding services with elevated customer experience and erase the borders of service delivery. Covering over 50 jurisdictions with nearly 2,500 professionals, we support more than 15,000 customers, mostly mid-size and international Fortune 500 companies from various sectors, and process at least 200,000 pay slips globally.
