Start Alliance and SUAB go China 2019

MAIN INFO
What? Startup delegation trip
Where? Shanghai and Shenzhen
When? November 25th - 29th 2019
For Whom? Startups from Start Alliance partner cities
Deadline? October 1st, 2019

WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY?
During this delegation trip the startups will have the opportunity to explore the possibility of expanding into the Chinese market while engaging with the local startup ecosystem and making connections with accelerators, VCs, startup CEOs and other high-ranking industry experts.
You will learn refreshing insights during panel discussions on how to start in China, you will watch awesome startup demos and get cool pitch opportunities. Also, the program includes networking events, lunch & dinner keynotes and site visits at interesting startups. That way, startups can test the Chinese market and connect with the local startup scene and its main actors without any commitment.

CONDITIONS OF PARTICIPATION

This event is designed for startups from Start Alliance partner cities that are beyond the idea/prototype stage and have already successfully launched in their domestic market

It could be right for you, if your startup is interested in:
-Expanding into the Chinese market
-Looking for international partners
-Seeking to raise capital internationally (esp. in China)
-Recruiting international teams (esp. in China)

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

Accepted startups will receive for free:
-main program participation
-preparation material including a physical meeting in Berlin
-transportation between agenda items on location in China
-multiple pitch possibilities
-business coaching
-site visits
-several group activities
Please note that travel expenses (flights & hotel) are not covered. We will suggest cheap flights.

AGENDA

The agenda will include many different events such as:
-welcome event (briefing, dinner)
-cultural program
-meetings with local startups, corporates and investors
-pitch events