<aside> 💡 Welcome to our Silicon Allee X Fraunhofer HHI Accelerator Application Guide
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<aside> 💡 We’re thrilled that you're considering applying to our startup program! We know how much heart, soul, and hard work you've poured into your startup, and we want to see you succeed. Use this guide to find out exactly what we're looking for and how you can best present your startup to stand out and get a positive response.
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Thank you for your interest in our acceleration program! We are excited to learn more about your project and help you take it to the next level. To increase your chances of being selected, we’ve put together some suggestions on how to present your startup in the best possible light.
Your Pitch Deck is the star of the show! 🌟 It’s the main document we use to evaluate the potential of your startup. First, our internal committee, made up of fellow founders and experienced entrepreneurs, will carefully review your pitch deck based on the criteria below. Once approved internally, it moves to an external committee where we’ll collect insights from our VC partners.
Your pitch deck isn't just a document - it’s your opportunity to showcase why your startup is poised for success and why your team is right for launching and scaling this product. It's where you highlight your vision, demonstrate market understanding, and show why your solution is innovative, necessary, and unique.
This is your chance to really shine and show off everything that makes your startup amazing. We want to see your passion, creativity, and the unique story behind your venture.
Here’s what we’re assessing you on, and what you need to include:
Problem 😱
What problem does your startup solve?
Solution 🛠️
How do you solve the problem?
Business Model 💸
What’s your source of revenue?
Market Size 🌍