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ABOUT US:
We believe entrepreneurs are
one of humanity's greatest
catalysts for positive change.

Accelerating Asia is a recognised leader in Asia’s

startup ecosystem, it runs an award-winning
independent startup accelerator, invests in startups
through an early-stage venture capital fund and
delivers high-impact startup programs for partners and
clients.

The flagship 100 -day accelerator program is backed

by Accelerating Asia Ventures and works with high
impact, high potential startups from across sectors to
take them to the next level. Founded by a team of
experienced startup veterans and experienced
investors, Accelerating Asia Ventures invests up to
S$200,000 in accelerated startups.

Our consulting and partnerships arm works close with

multinationals, governments, development
organisations and education institutions to deliver
programs and achieve results for clients. Accelerating
Asia has worked with clients around the world to
support better engagement with startups and more
effective implementation of new technologies.
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IN NUMBERS
25 STARTUPS IN OUR PORTFOLIO
10 COUNTRIES REPRESENTED AROUND ASIA
10 INDUSTRY VERTICALS
40% FEMALE FOUNDERS
65% ADDRESS A SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOAL
85% RAISED FOLLOW ON CAPITAL
2.5X AVERAGE STARTUP GROWTH IN 100 DAYS
1000 APPLICATIONS REVIEWED PER YEAR

Winner, Singapore’s Best Accelerator/Incubator Program

2019, Singapore Rice Bowl Awards
Runner-Up, Accelerator of the Year 2019, In_Pact Asia
Runner-Up, Fast Track Accelerator 2019, Jumpstart Awards

OUR REACH
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A TEAM DEDICATED
TO DRIVING SUCCESS
Accelerating Asia’s team is uniquely designed
and recruited to provide tailored support to our
partners and make startups and programs thrive.
Entrepreneurs in Residence, venture specialists
and operations and marketing to support
programs from our centralised HQ in Singapore,
delivering full end to end service. With a
diversity and depth of experience, the
Accelerating Asia team has expertise across:
Fintech and financial inclusion
Agritech, food sustainability and food
production value chains
Logistics, supply chain and access to last mile
services
Smart, connected and liveable cities
Advanced Manufacturing
B2B and B2G solutions
Gender, social inclusion and social impact
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OUR PROGRAMS
Accelerating Asia has flexible program structures to
meet your unique objectives, having successfully
delivered support in a variety of formats.

REMOTE
Program content can be delivered remotely for
programs that are structured to enable remote
participation for startup and two way collaboration
and learning for founders.

REGIONAL
With an established brand presence across 10 markets,
Accelerating Asia has networks to support in-country
program operations across key markets in the region

WHITE LABELLING
Get full brand exposure through our white label
startup programs 

SINGAPORE-BASED
For Singapore-based programs, Accelerating Asia can
support startups with relocation requirements
including visas, accommodation and company set up.
Facilities such as dedicated office space for startups in
Singapore can also be provided.

CURATED DESIGN & MODULAR PROGRAMMING

Accelerating Asia offers program modules that can be
added or removed to tailor your program design to
your needs and resources.
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AMPLIFY
A high impact virtual pre-accelerator startup program
Accelerating Asia’s Digital Pre-Accelerator is a 6 week course that gives early-
stage entrepreneurs the knowledge and resources they need to take their
venture across Asia.

The 6 week course is broken down into core areas about investing and
managing your startup as it grows and gains traction. Facilitated by the
Accelerating Asia team, the program consists of:
Sourcing Investors
Pitching Investors
Preparing For Hyper Growth
Preparing For Investors
Recruiting The Right Team
Story Telling for Founders

Other Add Ons:

Growth Jam Session Recordings
Product Management For Non-Developers
Finding product-market and keeping product market fit.
Community building and customer success
Storytelling to save time finding investors and talent.
Capital raising strategy - how to steer your rounds

HOW IT WORKS
Delivery: Online through dedicated learning platform
White-labelled so your brand is front and centre
Who this is for: early stage startups (seed/ pre-seed); venture building
teams & corporate innovation teams looking to understand the startup
founding journey better
Others have used this program for: engagement with early stage startups;
up-skilling teams; additional due diligence on a group of startups you wish
to engage with further

Starts from $1500 USD per startup

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ANGEL360
Your A to Z guide to Angel Investing, access to a regional network,
deal flow, resources, tools & more.
Angel360 gives you access to thought leaders, experienced Angel Investors
and deal flow alongside 6 modules of professional development and
education designed to support you make effective investment decisions,
negotiate with startups, managing a portfolio and accessing deal flow.

It’s ideal for investors who are just getting started or have made a handful of
investments and are looking to understand more about the startup ecosystem,
gain access to deals and startups and level up your approach to Angel
Investing.Angel360 will give you the skills and intel so you can:
Create an effective portfolio that fits with your interests.
Effectively build your Angel reputation so that you gain access to the best
deals in the region.
Be in a position to source and assess investment opportunities and make
decisions quickly and with confidence.
Know how to structure your deal and negotiate terms with startup
founders.
Gain access to pre-qualified deals and startups
Manage your investment portfolio with ease and building your ongoing
relationship with startup founders.
Build your network to de-risk your investments and ensure access to high
potential early stage founders and teams.
Carve out your role in the ecosystem as an Angel Investor.
Leverage your existing investments and use your reputation so the best
founders and institutional investors approach you first for opportunities.

HOW IT WORKS
Delivery: Online through dedicated learning platform
Who this is for: investors; angel investors; venture building teams &
corporate innovation teams looking to understand the early stage
fundraising and investment ecosystem better

Starts from $600 USD per person

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LAND & EXPAND
Land & Expand in Asia with a ready network of investors,
entrepreneurs and clients
Accelerating Asia runs Land & Expand Programs for startups looking to
expand within the Southeast Asian region, through establishing a Singapore
headquarters.

Objectives:
Enable and accelerate the establishment of new products and services.
Level up the experience and knowledge that founders can utilise in South
East Asia.
Connect investors to early stage founders.

Landing in Singapore
A white-labelled or co-branded 2-week immersion trip for startups to
experience the Singapore startup ecosystem as a gateway to the rest of the
Southeast Asian region

Startups meet with services providers, mentors, fellow entrepreneurs and

potential investors to get an accelerated understanding of the opportunities
and potential challenges for market expansion to Singapore and/or Southeast
Asia

Expanding in Singapore
Startups participate in a 3-month ‘Expansion’ program where Accelerating Asia
will work hands on with Founders who have decided to begin initial business
expansion in the region.

HOW IT WORKS
Duration: 2 weeks, full time or 3 months
Delivery: In person in Singapore (program an be adapted for remote
delivery, depending on travel limitations)
Who this is for: seed-Series A startups that are exploring international
expansion pathways

Quote available on request; starting from $2000 USD for 2-week program
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INVESTOR LOUNGE
Leverage the Accelerating Asia platform for qualified dealflow,
networks & regional branding
The investor lounge enables Accelerating Asia's exclusive partners to leverage
the regional platform for their own programs, deals, networks and
investments. Through an annual membership, gain access to the following:

ACCESS
Selection Days: Join our Selection Day, where we invite the top 25 teams
who have applied to our accelerator program to Singapore for a day of
mentor engagement that culminates in choosing ~10 startups to join the
cohort.
Introductions to Founders: Direct Introductions to founders on behalf of
Accelerating Asia.
Access to Applications: Each recruitment period, Accelerating Asia receives
hundreds of applications from around the region. Gain access to 25 pre-
screened startups that Accelerating Asia has interviewed for each cohort
(50 per year).
Curated Startup Dealflow: Accelerating Asia receives hundreds of
applications from around the region. Gain access to a pre-screened and
curated list of startups that match your investment interests.

EXPOSURE & ENGAGEMENT

Brand & PR Exposure
Curated Events
PR Exposure
Annual Networking Dinner & Portfolio Day
Attend Silicon Valley Startup Mastery Week

HOW IT WORKS
Duration: annual membership
Who this is for: corporate venture capital funds, innovation teams, family
offices, funds & institutional investors, syndicates

Starting from $5000 USD for an annual membership

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KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER
Immerse yourself in the regional startup ecosystem for high-impact
learning opportunities

Accelerating Asia facilities in-person and virtual knowledge transfer programs

for participants with a focus on innovation and entrepreneurship. Accelerating
Asia matches participants in the program to our own regional network which
includes some of Singapore’s best technology startups.

Participants will immerse themselves in the daily working environment of a

fast-paced startup. Participants will be asked to do a variety of roles within
the organisation, supporting the Founders and the startup's operations,
fundraising, growth and current priorities.

Knowledge transfer programs include:

Briefings on the startup ecosystem & startup working environments
'Internship'/ Job placement program with an early stage startup
Workshops & Ask-Me-Anything Sessions for participants to learn more
about the regional startup ecosystem

HOW IT WORKS
Duration: minimum 4-weeks
Delivery: Remote, through digital platforms
Who this is for: students; angel investors; venture building teams, senior
executives & corporate innovation teams looking to understand the early
stage startup and investment ecosystem better

Starting from $2000 USD per participant

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CUSTOM DESIGN
Accelerating Asia unlocks networks and interprets organisational
needs into startup talk. We get down to business by creating
opportunities to access new ideas, methodologies, technology and
talent.Accelerating Asia customises engagements, providing you
with the best ecosystem access and startup matches. We do this
through:
Design: Creating customised program design
Insights: Identifying trends and delivering insights
Access: Facilitating access to high growth startups and new
technologies
Solutions: Scouting for solutions to your biggest business
challenges, now and into the future

Our differentiation:
Independence: We operate the only independent non-vertical
focused accelerator in the region
Connectors: We specialise in connecting startups and
organisations in various ways that advances everyone’s goals
Leadership: We champion founder friendly startup investment
terms, up-skill angel investors and advocate for ‘good’ business

LET'S GET DOWN TO BUSINESS

Accelerating Asia unlocks the potential of high growth startups
working at the forefront of technology and its real applications in
the world around us. We deliver solutions that work for our
partners by providing access to tools, resources and networks to
accelerate impact and growth.

Our team are straight-talking, driven and focused on high-impact

outcomes for everyone.

We’re looking forward to getting started and working with you

.For more information please contact Amra Naidoo, Director of

Partnerships at amra@acceleratingasia.com