STARTUP FRAMEWORK
NOV 15 | 5 PM – 8 PM
You will learn how Dutch startups grow, what you can learn from other startups and which activities you should prioritize.
INCREASE YOUR CHANCE TO SUCCEED!
THERE ARE MANY MISTAKES MADE BY FOUNDERS THAT CAN BE AVOIDED.
The Startup Readiness Program Data – AI is developed by startup experts to help accelerate your startup. The program consists of four different modules: Ready, Game, Set and Match. Depending on what point you are at with your startup, there is an appropriate module available.
Besides the program with the different modules, you will also be guided in the Startup Readiness Program by Data-AI mentors, domain experts and coaches. You get (online) tools, startup deals and community events are organized to expand your network even further. Below you will find more information about the GAME module, which starts on November 15. The other modules will be published at a later date.
GAME MODULE
FIND YOUR CUSTOMER PROBLEM
Do you have a repeatable and scalable startup (idea) with a substantial Data Science and AI element? Do you want to validate whether your problem, really is a customer problem. And discover who your customer is? Then this ‘GAME’ module of the Startup Readiness Program – Data/AI is right for you!
During 8 sessions spread over 5 weeks, you will learn to conduct customer conversations to achieve deep customer insight. The program is a fast-paced mix of theory, practical assignments and individual coaching. The program is provided by experts and DATA/AI mentors in the Brabant startup ecosystem.
“IF YOU’RE LAUNCHING A BUSINESS, THE ODDS ARE AGAINST YOU. SO YOU BETTER USE THE EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE OF SEASONED ENTREPRENEURS, INVESTORS AND DATA FROM SUCCESSFUL STARTUPS.”
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
NOV 17 | 2 PM – 5 PM
You will learn more about Intellectual property (IP). IP is a way of making your innovative new product or idea your actual property.
MARKET DISCOVERY
NOV 22 | 5 PM – 8 PM
You will learn who your customer is and what assumptions you hold towards your customer. Besides, you will learn how big the market really is and what is your true ambition.
TEAM SCAN
NOV 24 | 2 PM – 5 PM
Through a unique tool, designed for startups, you gain insight into the founding team, where the opportunities and challenges lie.
CUSTOMER INTERVIEWS
NOV 29 | 5 PM – 8 PM
You will learn how to conduct a good interview, what questions to ask and how to introduce yourself.
BUSINESS MODEL
DEC 1 | 2 PM – 5 PM
You get to work on the building blocks for your business model, is it future-proof and scalable.
DECISION MAKING UNIT (DMU)
DEC 6 | 5 PM – 8 PM
You will learn who is involved in the buying process and how those identified actors are influencing this process. Besides, you will learn to identify the problems of those involved.
CUSTOMER PROBLEM VALIDATION
DEC 13 | 5 PM – 8 PM
You will learn which customer segment has the biggest problem and how to validate this problem. Besides, you will learn when your validation is actually successful.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME?
- You are going to find your first customer segment that is experiencing the same problem. Continuous validation is central to this;
- Access to a vast startup ecosystem and a network of like-minded entrepreneurs
- Free program valued at €7.500.
WHAT DO WE EXPECT FROM YOU?
- Your startup (idea) meets the selection criteria of a potentially scalable and repeatable revenue model;
- Presence and commitment throughout the program, you will spend approximately 8 hours per week on assignments
- Active contribution during the sessions.
MENTOR NETWORK & COMMUNITY
- During the program you will be guided by specialized data ai mentors and domain experts from the Brabant startup network. This mentor will support you in setting up your startup successfully.
- Besides the mentor network, you will also have access to the community of other data ai startup founders and exclusive events.
TOOLS & STARTUP DEALS
- You will have access on an online environment where you can view and download the presentations, startup theory, videos and canvases.
- In addition, you can take advantage of startup deals like 10,000 euros in Amazon Web Service Credits, Mailchimp and Hubspot.
The program, starting November 15, is now completely filled. If you are interested in attending the next edition (Q1 2023), please register below.