NYC AI Expansion Program 2026

About

The NYC AI Expansion Program supports growing AI companies from outside the U.S. in establishing a presence in New York City, offering a fully funded program with coworking space, investor introductions, and monthly events to facilitate U.S. market entry.

Benefits

• 🎓Fully funded program — No equity taken, providing a supported pathway to U.S. expansion
• 🏢Complimentary coworking space — Available in Manhattan for up to two team members for 12 months
• 🤝Investor introductions — Access to curated introductions with leading venture firms, including Lightspeed
• 📅Monthly events — Participation in corporate engagement sessions, workshops, and community events

Eligibility Criteria

• Growing AI companies
• $5M+ in revenue or funds raised
• Currently operating outside the U.S.
• Intend to establish a NYC presence
• Plan to hire 5+ U.S. team members within 24 months

Participation Commitments

• 🗓️ Program duration — Starts on March 2, 2026, for 12 months
• 👥 Team hiring — Expected to hire and grow a NYC-based team of 5+ within 24 months
• 🌍 U.S. presence — Designed for companies planning to establish a meaningful presence in NYC

Target Region

Companies operating outside the U.S. intending to establish a presence in New York City

Target Sector

AI companies looking to expand into the U.S. market