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Participant Entry Criteria

At iter8, we seek ambitious and dedicated entrepreneurs who are ready to take their startups to the next level. Our program is tailored for founders who demonstrate a clear passion for innovation and a commitment to achieving tangible business success. Below are the criteria we use to assess potential participants.

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Commitment to Growth

  1. Applicants must be fully committee to their business idea and its potential development.

  2. We look for founders willings to engage actively with mentors & peers throughout the programme.

Stages of Business

  1. Your startup should be at the early stages of its journey, ranging from ideation to having a working ptototype.

  2. Preference is given to businesses that have not yet received major funding but have demonstrated potential through initial user engagement or market research.

Innovative Solution

  1. Your business idea should offer a novel solution to a clear & significant problem.

  2. We value solutions that are scalable & have the potential to make a substantial impact in their target markets.

Team Capability

  1. While individual founders are welcome, having a team can be a strong advantage.

  2. We assess the skills & experiences of your team members, looking for complementary strengths that support your business objectives.

Team Commitment

  1. Participants must be able to dedicate at least 5 hours per week to the programme, including attendance at workshops & meetings with mentors.

Scalability & Market Potential

  1. The idea should have the potential to scale & grow in size & profitability.

  2. We look for ideas that can expand beyond local markets to national or international realms.

Ethical Considerations

  1. Your business idea should offer a novel solution to a clear & significant problem.

  2. We value solutions that are scalable & have the potential to make a substantial impact in their target markets.

HOW TO APPLY

If you meet this criteria and are excited about the opportunity to accelerate your startup, we invite you to apply to the iter8 Accelerator Programme. Please review our application form & submit the required information detailing how your business aligns with these criteria. 

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Together, let's turn your innovation ideas into reality!

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