Startup Wise Guys 2024 Web3 Accelerator Program

Published: 20 May 2024

Startup Wise Guys Web3 acceleration program will provide an optimized approach that delivers tailored guidance and support from world-class mentors and experts. Our accelerator program will help you navigate the bumps in the company-building road, revolutionize your go-to-market strategy and encourage you to bring your A game. 

As a Web3 founder, we know you’re passionate about the decentralized future you’re building. That’s why our Web3 Accelerator Program provides access to a constantly expanding network of like-minded founders, practitioners, and investors who share your vision. By joining our program, you’ll have the opportunity to form value-driven partnerships with people who understand the importance of Web3 and the role it will play in shaping the future.

We believe in the power of community and are committed to helping you connect with the right people to drive your Web3 startup forward. As a participant in our Web3 Accelerator Program, you’ll be part of a growing network of founders who are building the future of finance, governance, and more on the blockchain.

Startup Wise Guys Web3 Accelerator Program

Application Deadline	October 3, 2024
Funding Type	Partially Funded
Type	College School
Sponsor	Startup Wise Guys
Gender	Men and Women

Benefits of Startup Wise Guys Web3 Accelerator Program

Benefits

• Get up to €150K convertible investment (115K cash + 35K program) with a €300K follow-on possibility.
• You’ll have the chance to learn top sales and product development tricks from leading experts in the Web3 industry.
• Access a community +350 mentors, +200 investors and collaborate with 600+ fellow visionary founders growing in the same Web3 industry as you.

What to Expect

• Workshops and masterclasses delivered by industry experts on specialized topics like product development, fundraising, tech solutions, pitching, marketing strategies.
• Networking sessions with the mentors and investors.
• Chance to learn from the founders. Successful entrepreneurs will share exactly how they built their company and tell you the good, the bad and the ugly! It’s not all sunshines and rainbows building startups!
• Intensive pitch practice, in preparation for Demo Day and fundraising.

Requirements for Startup Wise Guys Web3 Accelerator Program

To be eligible for the full-time acceleration program you need to have:

• At least a working MVP;
• At least 2 co-founders/team members;
• Initial customer traction, MRR or revenues.

Selection Process

 Selection Process 

• After the submission of the application to the Dealum, the Scouting team evaluates the application for eligibility. It can take up to 2 weeks for us to get back to you after we have received your application.
• If the application fits our criteria we might ask you additional questions and invite you to take part in the Product day to present the business to SWG General partners and team members.
• Product day is an internal event to evaluate the business idea and meet founders face to face, after the pitches SWG team decides how to proceed with the application. Decisions are: move forward with Due Diligence, offer Wise Guys Pre-accelerator program, reject or stay in touch until later.
• Due diligence process includes: the Tech call, Managing Director call, Partner/ expert call, and the Deal call.
• After the startup has successfully gone through the due diligence process they are invited to the interviews with General Partners.
• TOP 10-12 teams are selected to participate in the acceleration program.

Application Deadline

October 3, 2024

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to Startup Wise Guys on app.dealum.com to apply