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Do you have a startup or business idea? Don’t miss this opportunity! CODES Regional Pre-Accelerator Program for Startups
As part of the CODES project, the regional pre-accelerator program for startups will begin in February, aimed at participants from Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, and Croatia. The program offers a unique opportunity to develop startup ideas through intensive workshops, mentoring support, and international networking.
The Program Kicks Off with a Bootcamp in Mostar
The first step of the program is a Bootcamp in Mostar, where 24 teams (eight from each country) will participate. Over five days, participants will go through a series of educational workshops and work with mentors. Key topics include:
- Startup basics and business model development
- Market research and competitor analysis
- Financial planning and market entry strategy
- Preparing pitch presentations
Download the detailed workshop schedule here:
What Does the Program Offer?
After the Bootcamp, the top four teams from each country will proceed to a three-month pre-accelerator program with intensive mentoring support.
The program concludes with a final phase, where the best team will participate in a six-month validation of their business idea. With continuous mentoring support, the team will have the opportunity to attend the prestigious PODIM conference in Slovenia, one of the most important startup conferences in the region.
Why Participate?
This program is an opportunity for startup teams to gain practical knowledge, enhance their business models, and secure support from expert mentors. Additionally, networking with other startups and accessing key resources can significantly accelerate the development of their ideas.
Applications are Open!
Seize the opportunity to be part of this innovative program that provides a chance for development and networking. You can apply via the following link:
https://forms.office.com/e/5XDfjfKrxN
If further clarification is needed, the organizer reserves the right to invite applicants to an informational meeting before the final selection of teams that will participate in the program.
Applications for the program are open until February 13, 2025. Travel and accommodation costs for one team member from selected teams coming from outside Mostar will be covered by the program organizer.
The CODES project is co-financed by the European Union through the Interreg VI-A IPA Croatia – Bosnia and Herzegovina – Montenegro Program 2021 – 2027.
January 17, 2025
