Startmate Summer ’27 Accelerator

About

The Startmate Summer ’27 Accelerator offers ambitious founders in Australia and New Zealand a 14-week program featuring $120k investment, expert mentorship, and opportunities for global exposure, culminating in a Demo Day to connect with top investors.

Benefits

• 💰Investment
  $120k AUD at a $1.5m post-money valuation
• 🏢Co-working space
  Access to Melbourne and Sydney offices
• 🤝Mentorship
  Dedicated partner mentors with deep expertise
• 🎤Demo Day
  Present to 1,000+ investors and operators
• 🌍Global exposure
  Opportunity to pitch in San Francisco

Eligibility Criteria

• Founders must be full-time
• Open to solo founders and teams
• Industry agnostic
• Must be based in Australia or New Zealand

Participation Commitments

• Program duration — 14 weeks from Feb 1 to May 7, 2027
• In-person attendance — 3 weeks required in person
• Application requirements — Written responses and a 90-second video
• Interview — One-hour remote interview with mentors

Target Region

Australia and New Zealand

Target Sector

Technology startups across various sectors