Deep Tech Course
@San Diego

FY2024 Activity Report

2024年度の応募はこちら

Accomplishments

OUTPUT
16
Activities per startup

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

OUTCOME
1

The number of achieved outcomes post-program such as various contract signings, personnel recruitments and establishment of bases outside of Japan

1 US local hires recruited in the US, and 4 other prospective projects such as fundraising, POC contracts, etc

Satisfaction
3.2

/5

Number of Participants: 5 Founders from 4 startups
Academic and hands on business training was provided to all startups
Fully supported by accelerators (UCSD and LaunchStarz) and mentors, this program provided advice, recommendations and teachings tailored to the needs of each individual company
Numerous networking opportunities with San Diego ecosystem stakeholders were included in this program
Some of the participating startups succesfully recruited local hires

Program Schedule
(PST)

01. Selection / Interview

6/1~7/31

Individual online interviews in English (15-minute pitch and 10-minute Q&A) were conducted by IGE-UCSD and LaunchStarz for those who passed the document screening stage

02. Domestic program (Online)

8/5〜9/4

Provided 1 on 1 mentoring and workshops (3 times each) by local professionals
Eliminated any doubts about entering the American market and helped startups check in advance for any possible barriers or points of contention
In preparation for the local program LaunchStarz helped the startups create an in-depth plan and priorities document so they could hit ground running when they arrived in the U.S.

03. Local program

2 week course: 9/11〜9/24

4 week course: 9/11〜10/9

Startups had the option to choose the length of their stay in the US from 2 weeks or 4 weeks
Provided sessions covering both technical and business aspects
By setting regular Mini-Pitch opportunities, the program provided not only input but also output opportunities

01. Individual 1on1 mentoring

Experts in each field provided accompanying support as mentors (approximately 1 hour/twice a week), and LaunchStarz provided hands-on support for the startups via individual walk-in consultations to support business aspects

02. Various sessions

While providing sessions covering both technical and business aspects, the program also provided advice sessions from experts regarding various regulations, laws, taxes, etc. unique to Deep Tech

03. Event

Supporting exhibiting at San Diego Innovaiton Day to understand the local ecosystem
In addition, by providing pitch opportunities when visiting each related organization, we have realized more practical sessions

※Schedule and content are based on the 2024 program. Please note this year may be different
※Unless otherwise specified, all programs will be conducted in English
JP / EN