Deadline:
As soon as possible
Location(s)
Ireland Online
Our accelerator operates in a hybrid fashion. We ask startups to be on-site at Dogpatch Labs in Dublin for 3 “core” weeks throughout the programme. The rest of the programme is facilitated fully virtually allowing founders to be anywhere they wish.
Overview
Details
Designed to support ambitious entrepreneurs with globally scalable, innovative tech startups. Receive investment and coaching from accomplished mentors and Entrepreneurs in Residence.
Startups move at internet speed. We match this speed with our always-on approach. No fixed cohort, no deadline; applications are open on a rolling basis.
Opportunity is About
Eligibility
Candidates should be from:
Description of Ideal Candidate
Is This Accelerator For You?
We’re looking for founders who are building global solutions to global problems.
Industry
We invest in teams and companies, not industries. If you have a globally scalable tech solution, get in touch.
Investment Stage
You’re typically at the pre-seed investment stage and are looking to close a seed round in the next 3-12 months.
Product Stage
You’re developing or testing an early product / MVP and have some early proof-points with customers.
Team
We’re looking for teams with some unique insight or competency in their domain, who are aligned on passion and vision.
Can/should non-Irish startups apply?
Yes, we do work with international startups that have a strong intent to relocate to or incorporate in Ireland. We also consider companies that are not Irish but headquartered and controlled in Ireland. This generally means that one or more of the founders live in (or are moving to) Ireland and that key business functions have their worldwide HQ here.
Dates
Deadline: As soon as possible
Cost/funding for participants
Founder-First, Entrepreneur-Led
We offer founder-friendly investment with mentorship from proven entrepreneurs and a whole range of value-adds.
€100k Investment
We’re one of the first European accelerators to offer €100k investment using a SAFE (Simple Agreement for Future Equity), pioneered by Y Combinator.
Mentors & EIRs
Receive highly personalized mentoring from 40+ successful entrepreneurs as well as access to dedicated Entrepreneurs in Residence.
Value Adds
Tailored supports, investor lunches, 12 months space, €500k perks, post-accelerator support, and much more.
Mentors & Speakers
As an entrepreneur-led programme the NDRC Accelerator involves Mentors & Speakers who support the founders. They have deep knowledge across all stages of a startup, from founding to funding, to scaling, to exit.
Do we get the full €100k at the start of the programme?
The €100k will be divided into two installments of €50k. You will receive the first €50k at the beginning of the programme, and the second €50k upon completion of your accelerator goal (set at the outset of the programme). It is the full intention of NDRC to invest €100k in each accelerator startup.
Un-save Opportunity
Internships, scholarships, student conferences and competitions.
