XPRENEURS Acceleration

This 3-month incubation and acceleration programme targeted at EIC Transition and Accelerator Beneficiaries supports tech startups on their way from MVP to market entry. Through expertise and a huge network, the programme helps up to 100 startups each year to validate their business model, win first customers and secure initial investments. On their way to market maturity, startups benefit from the cooperation and support of investors, business angels, mentors and decision-makers. By providing market-oriented and industry-specific support, XPRENEURS creates excellent starting conditions for tech entrepreneurs across Europe, including successful alumni teams like Isar Aerospace or Air up. The programme runs from March - June & September - December each year. Application deadlines are usually 1.5 months before the programme starts. EIC Beneficiaries can participate online with a number of physical sprints (ca. 4 x 3 days). The 12-week programme consists of: a) Dedicated matchmaking events with mentors, alumni, VC’s and business angels as well as industry contacts; b) A curriculum with workshops and flexible 1on1 sessions with experts including modules about Investor Readiness, B2B Sales, Strategy, HR, Legal, Tax, IP, Marketing, Pitching, Product Development - the workshops are optional and the 1on1 sessions can be booked on demand; c) Individual introductions to potential customers, investors and experts; d) Regular coaching sessions with a lead coach; and e) Free office space in the Innovation hub Munich Urban Colab.