Internationalization Bootcamp: US Edition, powered by gener8tor
About the Internationalization Bootcamp
Introducing the Internationalization Bootcamp: US Edition, launched by the Ministry of the Economy, Luxinnovation & Startup Luxembourg and powered by gener8tor, a dynamic program designed to propel the growth and success of Luxembourg startups in the global market. With a focus on facilitating international expansion, the bootcamp will guide five selected startups from Luxembourg on a transformative journey through key U.S. innovation hubs in Chicago, Milwaukee, and San Francisco. Our goal is to provide hands-on support and invaluable resources for these startups to thrive, offering a unique blend of personalized 1:1 coaching tailored to each company's growth trajectory and comprehensive workshops covering essential aspects of sales practices, financing methods, and growth strategies. Moreover, our program places a strong emphasis on fostering meaningful connections by facilitating interactions with business mentors, relevant venture capitalists, and key industry players within gener8tor's extensive network. Join us on this exciting journey as we empower Luxembourg startups to explore new horizons and unlock their full potential on the global stage.
Eligibility Criteria for the Internationalization Bootcamp
You're based in Luxembourg
Startups need to be based in Luxembourg and at a stage where international expansion would benefit the growth of the company. The selection will be made by gener8tor, the Ministry of the Economy and Luxinnovation.
You're Committed
While we don't expect you to have launched internationally yet, the program is a two-week, full-time commitment. We expect you to meet with us before the travel period to set up logistics and prepare your startup for the program.
You're Ready to Grow
We are open to accepting companies across a broad spectrum, from those contemplating their next market as the USA—'I think my next market is in the USA'—to those with significant revenue seeking additional entry points into the US market: 'I have significant revenue and need additional entry points in the USA market.' As long as you are prepared to engage fully with coaching on customer growth, investor readiness, mentor meetings, and pitching, we're ready to welcome you!
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We are not currently accepting applications for this program.
Stay tuned. While there aren't any upcoming programs for this location at the moment, there are plenty of other available opportunities at gener8tor!
Program Schedule
While traveling Chicago, Milwaukee and San Francisco from June 10 - June 20, 2024, the 5 startups will gain skill and resources while participating in:
Team & Cohort Meetings feature individualized coaching and mentorship from the gener8tor Luxembourg team and meetings with the cohort of startups to share learnings.
6 Workshops as a cohort focusing on topics relevant to international expansion and scaling such as market, strategy and launching.
Mentor, Investor and Customer Meetings from the various startup ecosystems in the United States and the Luxembourg startup ecosystem.
Follow-Up Support to each of the 5 startups as they continue to scale and explore international opportunities.
FAQS
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This is a 10-day traveling startup accelerator to introduce 5 Luxembourg startups to the US market.
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Startups will need to pay for travel and accommodation. Some meals will be provided as part of group events. There is no direct charge for the startups for the program itself. However, the the program itself is considered as in-kind support in accordance with the law of 20 December 2019 having as objective the implementation of a de minimis aid scheme.
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We will meet before the program begins to prepare for the trip and discuss travel logistics.
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This program aims to provide 1:1 coaching to support each company’s unique growth path as well as training workshops for sales practices, financing methods, and growth strategies. Throughout the program emphasis will also be set on connecting the Luxembourg startups with business mentors, relevant VCs, and companies active within the business network of gener8tor.
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Yes! We will have office hours and cohort meetings following the program and will continue to support introductions as needed.
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You will be traveling in a group to 3 cities in the United States over a period of 10 days - this program is intensive over those 10 days.
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All startups who are domiciled in Luxembourg are eligible to apply. We are specifically looking for startups that can benefit from this program to expand into the USA market during the next 12 months.
Startups who have previously received an investment from gener8tor are not eligible for this program.
Meet the 2021 Cohort
Questions? Find a time for Internationalization Bootcamp Office Hours or email the program Director.
Menachem Tabanpour
gener8tor Luxembourg
Managing Director
menachem@gener8tor.com
Mentors are crucial to the success of the Internationalization Bootcamp
During this traveling accelerator, we invite a handful of mentors to "speed date"–aka Mentor Swarm–with each of the Internationalization Bootcamp teams over a two-hour afternoon session in-person. During the Mentor Swarms, mentors will be at stations and the cohort rotates. Each startup having 15-20 minutes per mentor. The startup will start by pitching and presenting an ask to the mentor, and the mentor can give any feedback to the startup. Every mentor, no matter the industry, is asked to provide mentorship on a pay-it-forward basis, dedicating two hours per program.
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