FY2024 Activity Report
Average number of startup activities conducted during the program period, such as market research and meetings with potential partners/investors.
※Excluding seminars and one-on-one sessions provided by the Beyond Japan Program
The number of achieved outcomes post-program such as various contract signings, personnel recruitments and establishment of bases outside of Japan
1 successful fundraising achievement, 7 successfully signed contracts (New business / partnerships), 2 new US offices established / opened, 1 US local hires recruited in the US, and 2 Other Acceleralators Programs outside of Japan
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6/1~7/31
8/19~9/20
2 week course: 9/30~10/11
4 week course: 10/14~10/25
Participants selected one mentor from a wide variety of mentors according to their needs
Individual mentoring was provided twice a week in one hour sessions
In addition to the necessities for business development in the United States through workshops, Expert advice sessions on law, taxes, HR and more wre set up and provided through LaunchStarz' netowrk and ecosystem
Provided pitch events to the startups which gave them an opportunity to networking with investors and local companies in Los Angeles and Silicon Valley
These events and introduction of investors and local companies were provided by Plug and Play and LaunchStarz
Beyond JAPAN Zero to X is a program designed to nurture entrepreneurs and leaders who will drive the next generation of innovation and contribute to Japan's growth strategy. This program provides personalized assistance and training specifically tailored to participants' grasp of startup phases and the North American business landscape. It aims to empower participants to take proactive steps and optimize their effectiveness.
This program enables participants to maximize their time efficiently, prioritizing business success and optimal outcomes. It focuses on independent tasks such as validating business ideas, crafting MVPs, and acquiring customers. Support and training are readily available as required to aid participants in their endeavors.
Local business professionals provide mentoring, training, workshops, networking, individual matching, and other business opportunities (Conducted in English). They also provide consultation (Conducted in Japanese and English) on issues and concerns unique to overseas expansion from Japan due to differences in business practices between Japan and the U.S.
To make it easier for early-stage startup founders to participate, the Beyond Japan Program and the Japanese government fully subsidizes the entire program and accommodation during the US training period. The decision of these two categories have been decided by the Japanese government.
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