Join the cohort of the Startup City Acceleration Program Boston

• CIC is partnering with JETRO to host the Startup City Acceleration Program in Boston.
• The Startup City Acceleration Program Boston at CIC will support high potential Japanese bio and healthcare related startups in entering the Boston biotech / medtech ecosystem and building meaningful connections with diverse stakeholders.

Calling for bio and healthcare startups

• Bio and healthcare related startups (e.g., pharmaceuticals, drug discovery, digital health, medical device,, other healthcare services)
• Early stage (Pre-seed to Series B) 
• Application deadline September 27, 2021. Results announced early to mid October, 2021.
• For more details on eligibility and the application, please click here. 

Program centered around building meaningful connections (Online)

Schedule

• Preparation Phase October 26 – November 5
• Acceleration Phase November 9 – February 10
• Demo Day February 17

Seminars: Topics include an introduction to the Boston biotech/medtech ecosystem, how to pitch effectively to US investors, strategies of business development in the US, developing a global mindset and understanding, how to develop your value proposition and communicate with potential partners. 

Pitch Events: Pitch your idea and get feedback from investors and industry experts.

Mentoring: Receive individualized mentoring on how to position your business to succeed in the US market.

One-on-one meetings: Be matched with local investors and potential strategic partners.

Highlighted Lecturers / Potential Mentors

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