ISDI Start
Join the startup incubation program for ISDI students and xISDI.
How to apply?
Then, follow the instructions to get to the application form.
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Aimed at ISDI students and xISDI worldwide who are leading technology-based projects between definition, pre-seed and seed stage
Potential entrepreneurs with an association with ISDI are helped on the journey to creating a startup company. Participants will have access to training, mentoring, investors, among other services, to take their idea and convert it into a successful commercial venture.
After the experience of helping several startups scaling up their projects, the approach is demonstrated to be effective.
The incubation program will be delivered in two phases: ISDI Start and ISDI Start UP.
Every person interested will have the opportunity to join ISDI Start, an online training bootcamp with a very practical
approach that will help participants to work on their value proposition, team definition, prototyping, technology & operations, go to market and pitching.
After this initial phase, up to 5 finalists will be invited to join ISDI Start UP for the development of an MVP in two months in which ISDI provides a number of benefits (two-month online incubation program, demo day and other events, visibility, access to relevant investors and corporates and external services at favorable conditions, etc).
ISDI START (First Stage)
BOOTCAMP TRAINING
An immersive and intensive learning
nine-day long experience
VISIBILITY BOOST
Exposure to ISDI ecosystem, networking and opportunities to showcase your solution
ACCESS TO INCUBATION
Potential access to a two-month incubation program, ISDI Start UP, lead by ISDI Accelerator
ISDI START UP (Second Stage)
INCUBATION
Two-month online incubation program
MENTORING
One-to-one sessions with experts to help your startup grow
TAILORED AGENDA
Meetings with interesting contacts precisely chosen for your project
COMMUNITY
Be part of a blooming community after incubation
DEMO DAY
Pitch in front of investors, big corps and media
ADDITIONAL SERVICES
Free services and discounts from renowned providers such as Amazon Web Services, IBM, and more
ACCESS TO INVESTMENT
Access to relevant investors, VCs, BAs and our own Investors Club.
IS YOUR PROJECT A GOOD FIT?
The ideal project to be eligible for ISDI Start program meets the following requirements:
– You are an ISDI student or xISDI.
– Your idea shows strong potential.
– You are committed to the program and ISDI.
– Have the initial team.
– Have a prototype or preliminary MVP.
The particular conditions in which the collaboration between the startup and ISDI will be developed must be included in writing in the corresponding agreement that will be signed by the parties if your project is selected to be part of ISDI Start Up.
Do you want to know more?
Have a look at the Guide for Applicants and the Frequently Asked Questions.