Launchpad Silicon Valley - December 2024

Explore the world's leading innovation ecosystem and learn from pioneering Silicon Valley experts on how to take your startup to the next level.

December 2 - 4, 2024

 

Explore - Ignite - Accelerate

Do you want to propel your startup - at home or in Silicon Valley?

We help your startup grow and seize the right opportunities!
With our program, we support founders to network with key players in the world-leading ecosystem, showcase best practices and provide you with the right tools to scale long-term - at home or in the US.

Goals of the Program

Best Practices

Discover the latest trends in Silicon Valley, learn from experts, and benefit from engaging company visits.

Market Discovery

Workshops & tools on topics such as sales, marketing, investor mindset, pitch training & customer discovery in the USA.

Networking

Pitch in front of pioneers of the tech scene, meet fellow founders and become part of Silicon Valley.

Program Highlights

4 weeks before the trip | 1.5-h Virtual Bootcamp

  • Welcome & Intro
  • Cultural Aspects of Doing Business in Silicon Valley
  • Walk Through Agenda
  • Internal Networking

Day 1 | Kick-Off & Intro to Silicon Valley

  • Welcome & Briefing: Understand legal frameworks, HR, and tax considerations for US business activities.
  • Silicon Valley Mindset Workshop: Learn and practice the unique mindset driving innovation and growth in Silicon Valley.
  • Silicon Valley Pitch Training: Master the art of pitching with effective storytelling techniques at the heart of Silicon Valley.
  • Investor Mindset & Fundraising: Discover what US investors expect and secure the right investments with top fundraising strategies.

Day 2 | Market Discovery

  • Strategic Insights: Learn how to attract US customers and gain deeper insights through customer discovery and user research.
  • Expert Talk: Ask experts targeted questions and gain unique knowledge.

Day 3 | Best Practices & Site-Visits

  • Site Visits: We show you how the most disruptive innovators in Silicon Valley are working while taking you on exciting site-visits.
  • Pitch in Silicon Valley: Conclude your trip by presenting your startup, refining your pitch skills, and expanding your network.

Join Us & Apply Now!

Details about the Programm

  • Dates: December 2 - 4, 2024
  • Virtual Workshop: Approximately 4 weeks before the trip, 1.5 hours, starting at 5 PM
  • Language: English
  • Cost: €3,950 for the first participant; additional registratant €600.
  • Eligibility: You should have a market-ready product and initial customers to gain the most benefit. The program is limited to a maximum of 10 startups (up to 2 people per startup).

Application Deadline: October 7, 2024 (As spots are filled on a rolling basis, early application is recommended.)

Why Silicon Valley?

Silicon Valley is the world's leading innovation ecosystem with the largest share of global VC investments. 

Nowhere else in the world are technologies being driven forward at the same speed and scale. German founders can also benefit from this decades-long experience. 

Key facts of the ecosystem

  • 40,000 - 50,000 startups
  • 75 billion USD VC funding
  • 50%+ of global AI investment
  • 78 colleges & universities

Seize the opportunity and learn from world-leading innovators to drive your startup forward!