US Market Gateway Accelerator for BioSciences and MedTech
Our impact shows that we will double your odds of success in the U.S. Entering any new market comes with a variety of opportunities and challenges for growth companies. Statistically, only one in five companies succeeds in expanding to the U.S. market. In 3 years, WorldUpstart has graduated 64 companies from 18 countries and 27 of them are now growing in the U.S. market with 8 FDA approvals.
Alumni Startups
64
Successful Exits
2
Total Funding Raised
$144.2 million (as of April 2024)
About the Program
To gain fast traction and reliable growth in the U.S., entering companies need both exceptional strategy and execution. If your company is considering or ready to expand to the U.S. market and has demonstrated market traction in your own country or other regions, and/or has sufficient funding for market expansion, this program is for you. By the end of our eight-week online program with subject matter experts, weekly meetings with industry leader mentors, and in-person sessions, you will gain the strategy, connections and roadmap for a successful entry to the U.S. The program includes 4 modules: U.S. Healthcare and Operations, Legal, Fundraising, and Business Communication. The accelerator program culminates with the in-person opportunity to pitch to a panel of Angel and VC investors, and visit major local medical centers.