3-month zero equity accelerator program empowering seed-stage tech startups to scale their ventures to the next stages.
The Misk Accelerator was founded in 2019 with the goal of enabling and supporting early-stage tech startups locally and worldwide that seek to have Saudi Arabia, the largest market in the MENA region, as their platform to operate and grow.
Since 2019, the Misk Accelerator has supported 153 startups across 8 cohorts. In its 9th cohort, a qualified batch of 20 startups will participate in the 12-week hybrid (in-person and virtual) program providing startups with all the mentorship, resources, and tools aimed at accelerating their growth and expansion in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
The program offers a hybrid experience of in-person and virtual sessions. The physical parts will take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Requirements
The Misk Accelerator is looking for startups that meet the following criteria:
- Tech startups
- Early-stage with early traction
- Operating or looking to scale in KSA
- The program is open for all nationalities residing in Saudi or any country around the world.
Program Highlights
- Zero equity
- Access to local and global network of founders, investors, communities, and more
- Business development and funding opportunities
- Access to shared office space
- Tailored support services and IT perks
- Post-program support
Benefits
- The program covers full accommodation expenses and partial flights expenses for the physical weeks.
Timeline:
Enrollment Status
Applications open
Applications open
05 Dec 2023
Applications close
31 Jan 2024
Program Format
Hybrid
Program Type
Instructor-paced
Program Start/End Date
03 Mar – 06 Jun 2024
Application Process
- Sign up: Sign up to Misk Hub and create your profile.
- Apply: Select the Misk Accelerator program and apply.
- Evaluation: The Misk Accelerator team will review your application based on eligibility criteria and interviews.
- Application confirmation: All applicants will receive an email confirming or rejecting their program enrollment.
For More Information:
Visit the Official Webpage of the Misk Accelerator Program 2024