Global Startup Acceleration Program (GSAP)
Offers startup acceleration for Japan-based founders, helping teams refine strategy, raise capital, and expand internationally.
The Global Startup Acceleration Program (GSAP) is an equity-free acceleration initiative operated by JETRO (Japan External Trade Organization) to help Japan-based startups expand their businesses or raise capital in overseas markets, primarily the United States. JETRO covers program fees for all participating companies; participants are responsible for their own travel, accommodation, visas, insur…
Five sector-focused courses: Enterprise B2B (Alchemist), AI (StartX), AI-CTO (ERA), Sustainability/GX (Third Derivative), ManufacturingTech & HardTech (Centrepolis).
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