Startupbootcamp Istanbul
Startupbootcamp Istanbul is a leading startup accelerator that supports tech startups through a 3-month program offering mentorship, funding, and incubation space. With a focus on fintech, healthtech, SaaS, and e-commerce, they help startups scale rapidly by connecting them to a global network of mentors and investors.
Key Info
Number of Investments
21
Industries
Technology, Fintech, HealthTech, SaaS, E-commerce
Industry Groups
Data and Analytics, Financial Services, Professional Services
Investment Stage
Seed
Accelerator Program Type
On-Site
Year Founded
2013
CB Rank
544,108
Sabancı ARF
Sabancı ARF is a 20-week acceleration platform by Sabancı Holding in Istanbul. It supports early-stage startups with mentoring, structural support, and pre-seed investment up to $150,000. The program focuses on open innovation and sustainability, helping startups like Miote and Avokadio to commercialize their innovative ideas.
Key Info
Number of Investments
16
Industries
Open Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Clean Technology, Sustainability
Industry Groups
Financial Services, Lending and Investments
Investment Stage
Seed
CB Rank
235,364
Arya Women’s Investment Platform
Arya Women's Investment Platform is a VC firm based in Istanbul that focuses on women-led entrepreneurship across various sectors. They provide investments, mentoring, and training, aiming to bridge the gap between talent and funding. Their portfolio includes startups like Ingosa and Teleporter.
Key Info
Number of Investments
16
Number of Exits
1
Industries
Finance, Financial Services, Women's
Industry Groups
Community and Lifestyle, Financial Services
Investment Stage
Seed
Accelerator Program Type
On-Site
Year Founded
2013
CB Rank
254,867
Inventures
Inventures is an early-stage internet business accelerator in Istanbul. It provides seed-level investment, technological partnership, and mentorship to startups, focusing on technology, SaaS, fintech, and e-commerce sectors. Inventures has a robust portfolio including Supplementler and IdeaSoft, supporting high-potential tech ventures.
Key Info
Number of Investments
15
Number of Exits
2
Industries
Analytics, Business Development, E-Commerce, Finance, Internet of Things, Mobile, Retail Technology
Industry Groups
Commerce and Shopping, Data and Analytics, Financial Services, Hardware, Internet Services, Lending and Investments, Mobile, Professional Services, Software
Year Founded
2009
Etohum
Etohum is a startup accelerator and seed investor in Istanbul. They focus on tech, internet, and mobile startups, offering funding, mentorship, and networking. Notable alumni include Peak Games and Gram Games, demonstrating their strong support for high-potential ventures.
Key Info
Number of Investments
7
Industries
Technology, Internet, Mobile, E-commerce
Industry Groups
Financial Services, Lending and Investments
Investment Stage
Seed
Year Founded
2008
CB Rank
296,152
KWORKS Koç University Entrepreneurship Research Center
KWORKS Koç University Entrepreneurship Research Center in Istanbul offers a 12-month accelerator and incubator program focused on technology startups. They provide co-working space, business development, legal and financial consultancy, and mentorship, aiming to build scalable, successful ventures through extensive support and access to demo days.
Key Info
Number of Investments
3
Industries
Technology, SaaS, Fintech, E-commerce
Industry Groups
Community and Lifestyle, Education, Financial Services, Lending and Investments, Other, Social Impact
Investment Stage
Seed, Venture
Accelerator Program Type
Online
Year Founded
2015
Lonca Girişimcilik Merkezi
Lonca Girişimcilik Merkezi is a startup accelerator in Istanbul focusing on technology, fintech, e-commerce, and AI. They offer a 6-month program providing funding, mentorship, and training. Their strategy is to equip startups with the necessary resources and industry connections to achieve growth and success.
Key Info
Number of Investments
3
Industries
Technology, Fintech, E-commerce, AI
Investment Stage
Seed
Accelerator Program Type
On-Site
Year Founded
2017
CB Rank
510,826
Innovate 21st
Innovate 21st in Istanbul focuses on accelerating startups in FinTech, e-commerce, and environmental sectors. Offering up to $250,000 in funding, mentorship, and access to a wide network of investors, the 6-month program supports startups like Navlungo and Fintegre in achieving significant growth and market penetration.
Key Info
Number of Investments
3
Industries
FinTech, E-commerce, Value Chain, Environment, Climate, Social Responsibility
Industry Groups
Financial Services, Lending and Investments
CB Rank
605,165
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