Seedstars Startup World Competition 2019
Details
Seedstars World is a Switzerland based startup competition that takes place in emerging markets. It runs +100 local competitions while giving the startups training. Also, it identifies and selects the best seed-stage startup from each country. Further, it awards the winners with an opportunity to compete in a Regional Event. The winner of the regional event will then compete in the Seedstars Global Summit in Switzerland for the title of Seedstars World Global Winner.
What will the winning Startup of Seedstars World Competition receive?
Equity Investment
There is a prize package consisting of up to $ 1 Million in equity investment and more in cash and in-kind prizes. You will be exposed to VCs, corporates, and angels searching for investment opportunities. We also invest in ~20 companies through the exclusive Seedstars Growth program.
Coverage & Prestige
All Seedstars World events are heavily covered by the local and international press with around 500 articles on us last year. Represent your country at the worldwide Seedstars Summit in front of an international audience.
Partnerships & Family
Join the close-knit Seedstars Family of talented entrepreneurs in 75+ countries. Find potential partners and business opportunities through the community and at the various events.
Learn & Grow
We hand pick top-quality mentors from all over the world with experience in relevant industries. Benefit from the knowledge of corporate leaders, serial entrepreneurs, accelerator directors, and investors.
Startups requirements for Seedstars World Competition
To be eligible for the Seedstars World Competition, the startup must demonstrate a capability to develop successfully into a venture. Furthermore, they must meet the following requirements.
- The Startup must have a demonstrable product or service (Minimum Viable Product, MVP);
- If the Startup has received external funding, it can only be up to US$ 500k;
- And finally, the Startup needs to be scalable or have the potential to reach the scalability.
How to apply for the Seedstars World Competition?
The startup may apply for the local round of the Seedstars World competition. To apply for the competition, the startup will require to choose their region, and apply online before the deadline. Moreover, the startups also should keep in mind that they must meet the eligibility criteria.
Deadline
Since the Seedstars Startup World Competition runs all over the world at different time, the deadline for the competition varies as per the region.
Specifications
| Type of Opportunity | Competitions and Awards Entrepreneurship Events |
|---|---|
| Deadline | Varies |
| Country | Worldwide |
| Open to | All Nationalities |
| Organizer | Seedstars World |
| Contact the organizer | [email protected] |