Tech Cohort
A fast-track incubation program tailored for established tech startups operating in Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral (GBC). This program aims to equip high-potential startups with advanced financial modelling and forecasting skills, digital marketing and sales strategies, AI-driven business solutions, and investor relations management.
Program Goals
- Provide advanced financial modelling and forecasting training tailored for tech solutions.
- Enhance digital marketing, AI-driven business solutions, and sales strategies for tech startups.
- Strengthen investor relations and fundraising capabilities for scaling ventures.
Who is this program for?
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Startups based in GBC or have at least one founding partner originating from the region
Post-revenue, service-based startups with a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) ready for commercialization or with research completed for MVP development.
Post-revenue, service-based startups seeking technical advisory support to accelerate their growth trajectory.
Key Program Features
This 2-month program offers a comprehensive and hands-on incubation experience structured around the following key components:
Advanced Business Training and Advisory
Tailored Training Sessions:
In-depth sessions focusing on advanced financial modelling and forecasting specifically for tech businesses.
Expert Workshops:
Interactive workshops on leveraging AI-driven business solutions, implementing effective digital marketing strategies, and accelerating sales growth.
Investor-Readiness Training:
Comprehensive training to refine your pitch, understand deal structuring, and prepare for investor interactions.
Investor and Ecosystem Linkages
Investor Engagement:
Opportunities to connect with both local and international investors.
Ecosystem Networking:
Opportunities to network with established ecosystem enablers, mentors, and industry experts.
Investor-Readiness Training:
Comprehensive training to refine your pitch, understand deal structuring, and prepare for investor interactions.
Co-working and Networking Spaces
Access to Collaborative Workspaces:
Availability of co-working spaces provided by AP and its partners during and after the program (subject to availability).
Peer Learning and Mentorship:
Opportunities for peer-to-peer learning and guidance from experienced industry professionals.
Research Financial Assistance
Leveraged Technical Assistance:
Potential to unlock leveraged Technical Assistance financing from sister agencies to support the development, launch, or commercialization of your MVP projects.
Submission of Applications
Interviews of shortlisted applicants
In-Person Training Sessions
Pitch for Financing/Investments
Mentorship Sessions
Online Group Sessions
Due Diligence by AP Team
Offer of Financing/Investment
Post Financial Technical Assistance
Selection Criteria
- The startup must be an established tech startup operating in Gilgit-Baltistan or Chitral (GBC).
- The startup must be post-revenue and service-based with a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) ready for commercialization or with research completed for MVP development.
- The startup demonstrates strong growth potential and a clear understanding of its market.
- The founding team exhibits commitment, relevant experience, and a strong vision for their venture.
