Boost your international investment readiness

[maxtitle type=”3″]Boost your international investment readiness[/maxtitle]

Egypt is listed among Goldman Sachs N-11 (Next 11 Growth Economies) with high potential of attracting international growth capital. This program seeks to increase the readiness of Egypt-based Growth-stage ventures to access international investment opportunities through:

Optimizing growth strategy
Optimizing investor communications
Optimizing skillset in building connections
Making proactive investor and media introductions when feasible

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[maxtitle type=”4″]What you get[/maxtitle]

[iconbox type=”7″ icon_title=”Self Assessment” icon_name=”fa-tasks”]In just 5 minutes, receive a Funding Readiness Reports with your areas of competence and improvement[/iconbox]

[iconbox type=”7″ icon_title=”Instant Feedback” icon_name=”li_news”]Receive recommendations on what to work on next to improve your Funding Readiness Score[/iconbox]

[iconbox type=”7″ icon_title=”Expert Mentorship” icon_name=”li_bubble”]Get matched to the international experts with answers to your most pressing questions[/iconbox]

[iconbox type=”7″ icon_title=”Hands-on Workshops” icon_name=”li_megaphone”]Participate in workshops facilitated with experts with hands-on experience in the area of improvement you desire[/iconbox]

[iconbox type=”7″ icon_title=”Media Exposure” icon_name=”li_diamond”]Stand a chance of increasing your publicity locally and globally when your opportunity is ready[/iconbox]

[iconbox type=”7″ icon_title=”Matchmaking & Intros” icon_name=”li_paperplane”]Get matched with direct introductions to international investors interested in your opportunity[/iconbox]

[maxtitle type=”5″]Who should apply?[/maxtitle]

[iconbox icon_title=”Startup Teams” icon_name=”li_lab”]Startups with high growth potential with a credible funding need of $100K+ in the next 6 months[/iconbox]

[iconbox type=”1″ icon_title=”SMEs” icon_name=”li_shop”]Small and Medium Enterprises with an innovative growth-ready product/service with credible funding need of up to $5 Million USD[/iconbox]

[maxtitle type=”5″]Who you will meet[/maxtitle]

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How it works

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[maxtitle type=”5″]Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)[/maxtitle]

What Minimum amount should I be raising in order to qualify for the program?

Ideally, you are trying to raise between $25K and $2 Million USD during 2019, this could be on multiple rounds.

Do I have to be a technology business to apply?

No, we accepted applications from 26 different sectors though, technology is a vechicle for growth, ideally, you should be integrating technology with your business operation for maximum growth.

Do I have to be selling already?

Depending on the economic sector and product type, your company should ideally have 3 months of sales track record, though, it’s necessary for applying.

What kind of companies can apply. I run a family SME, do I qualify to apply?

Yes, any types of ventures with an innovative edge are able to apply to the program

How is U.S. States Department involved with the program?

U.S. States Department provided the initial grant to design and initiate the program as part of The Professional Fellowship Program 2018.

Are there any fees to participate in this program?

No. The program fees are covered through the grant, in-kind contributions and sponsorship.

How do I gurantee the confidentiality of the information shared through the scoring system?

You are not expected to share confidential information through the application system, though information will be made available to Egypreneur staff for assessment purposes.

What am I expected to receive If I'm selected through the program?

You’ll receive coaching sessions and workshop to, optimize your business strategy and enhance your communications to match the expectations of international investors

What funding vechicles will you be able to introduce me to?

Depending on your profile you’ll be matched with: Private Investors, Startup Accelerators and Crowdfunding Campaigns

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[maxtitle type=”5″]Supported by[/maxtitle]

U.S. Department of State - Professional Fellowship Program