SCALE'HER Accelerator Program 2026

About

A 6-month intensive accelerator program designed for women-led startups in the deep-tech sector, offering expert mentorship, investor access, and opportunities for cross-border collaboration. Participants will engage in a personalized mentoring phase and actively participate in workshops and pitch sessions to enhance their visibility and scaling potential within the European innovation ecosystem.

Benefits

• 💼Expert Mentorship
  Access to experienced mentors who provide tailored scaling support
• 🤝Investor Access
  Direct access to investors through curated matchmaking opportunities
• 🌍Increased Visibility
  Enhanced visibility across the European innovation ecosystem
• 🤝Cross-Border Collaboration
  Opportunities for collaboration and market entry across Europe
• 👩‍👩‍👧‍👧 Peer Learning
  Engagement within a strong community of women founders for shared learning

Eligibility Criteria

• Women founders or co-founders in tech or innovation
• Companies must be at the capital execution stage (not idea-stage or early MVP)
• Must have proven traction and ambitions to scale internationally

Participation Commitments

• Must complete a 6-month intensive acceleration program
• Participation in a 3-month personalized mentoring phase is required
• Active involvement in workshops and pitch sessions is mandatory

Target Region

Europe

Target Sector

Deep-tech