Berkeley SkyDeck Batch 22 Accelerator Program

About

The Berkeley SkyDeck Batch 22 Accelerator Program offers global startups a unique opportunity to receive $200,000 in investment, access to over 900 mentors, and extensive resources over a 6-month period, culminating in a Demo Day for funding opportunities, making it ideal for teams with clear growth potential.

Benefits

• 💰 Financial Support
• $200,000 investment provided to participating startups.
• 🎓 Mentorship Program
• Access to over 900 top-tier mentors for guidance and support.
• 🏢 Office Space
• Dedicated workspace provided for the duration of the 6-month program.
• 🌐 Network Access
• Connection to the Berkeley alumni network and business development services.
• 📈 Business Support
• Access to over $750,000 in legal, financial, and technical resources.
• 🎤 Exposure Opportunities
• Participation in a Demo Day for funding and investment opportunities.

Eligibility Criteria

• 🌍 Geographic Eligibility
• Open to startups from around the world, including international and UC system founders.
• 🏢 Legal Status
• No requirement for UC Berkeley affiliation; open to all legally registered startups.
• 💼 Business Stage
• Targeted at startups at various stages of development with clear growth potential.
• 👥 Team Requirements
• Must be a startup team with a defined business model and growth strategy.

Participation Commitments

• 📍 Physical Attendance
• Must attend the 6-month accelerator program in person.
• 🎤 Presentation Requirement
• Must present at the Demo Day to potential investors.
• ⏰ Time Commitment
• Full-time commitment required during the accelerator program duration.

Target Region

Open to global startups from any region.

Target Sector

All industries are welcome to apply.