KYIV, Ukraine – The Mission Possible accelerator program, backed by the Ukraine-Moldova American Enterprise Fund, has announced its third round, aiming to onboard 15 promising Ukrainian startups with the potential for significant growth and investment. In a unique proposition, Mission Possible will acquire a 2.5% equity stake in the selected startups.
The program is a six-month in-person initiative designed to propel startup founders towards scaling and attracting investment. This year, participants stand to gain a $25,000 grant to fuel their development.
Who Should Apply?
- Established startups with a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) and proven traction.
- Tech enthusiasts with “powerful ideas and expertise,” equipped to navigate the “pain and gain” of bringing new products to market.
What’s on Offer?
- Weekly breakfasts with successful founders.
- Investment introductions to a network of over 50 funds.
- Over 300 hours of personalized mentorship.
- Access to the prestigious Saïd Business School program from Oxford.
- A high-profile demo day with potential investors.
- A collaborative workspace in the heart of Kyiv.
- Membership in a network of 100+ tech industry leaders.
- A $25,000 grant to boost development.
The program runs for six months in Kyiv, with applications accepted until May 31st at 6:00 PM.
Dmitry Koshelnyk, COO of Mission Possible, highlights the program’s track record of attracting diverse talent: “In the previous two cohorts, we saw a range of participants, from serial entrepreneurs to talented students. Their common trait? Ambition and a readiness to take ownership of their project’s growth”.
Bohdan Drykhaupt, CEO of Cross Check and an alumnus of the first Mission Possible cohort, credits the program and its mentors for helping his startup “correct mistakes, learn to rapidly iterate on our product, and gain access to a network of investors and funds”. Currently, Cross Check is pitching to global venture capital funds.
This latest round of Mission Possible represents a vital opportunity for Ukrainian startups to accelerate their growth, gain invaluable mentorship, and secure essential funding.
Source: DEV.ua
