A three-month zero-equity accelerator program enables software firms at the seed stage to grow their businesses to new heights.
Established in 2019, the Misk Accelerator aims to facilitate and assist nascent technology entrepreneurs both domestically and globally, seeking to leverage Saudi Arabia, the biggest market in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) area, as a base of operations and expansion.
Through eight cohorts, the Misk Accelerator has helped 153 businesses since 2019. A qualified group of twenty businesses, in its ninth cohort, will take part in the 12-week hybrid program (in-person and virtual), which offers all the tools, resources, and mentorship needed to help startups develop and expand faster in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
The program offers a hybrid experience of in-person and virtual sessions. The physical parts will take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Highlights:
- Zero equity
- Access to local and global network of founders, investors, communities, and more
- Business development and funding opportunities
- Access to shared office space
- Tailored support services and IT perks
- Post-program support
Benefits:
- The program covers full accommodation expenses and partial flights expenses for the physical weeks.
Requirements:
The Misk Accelerator is looking for startups that meet the following criteria:
- Tech startups
- Early-stage with early traction
- Operating or looking to scale in KSA
- The program is open for all nationalities residing in Saudi or any country around the world.
Application:
- Sign up: Sign up to Misk Hub and create your profile.
- Apply: Select the Misk Accelerator program and apply.
- Evaluation: The Misk Accelerator team will review your application based on eligibility criteria and interviews.
- Application confirmation: All applicants will receive an email confirming or rejecting their program enrollment.
