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US Consulate Mumbai, in Partnership with MyStepUp, Launch StrongHer AWE Tech Spark Program to Accelerate Aspiring Women Tech Entrepreneurs in India to US – Apply Before 31st March 2024

• ByStartupStory     |    March 20, 2024

Today, the U.S. Consulate General Mumbai, in collaboration with MyStepUp, Tholons, StrongHer, FICCI FLO Mumbai and Arise Ventures, announced the the flagship StrongHer AWE Tech Spark program. This program aims to accelerate and equip aspiring women tech entrepreneurs across India with the tools and knowledge they need to thrive in the dynamic tech landscape in India and US.

AWE Tech Spark offers a comprehensive program designed to nurture a vibrant community of female leaders in the Indian tech ecosystem. The program will provide participants with:

•⁠ ⁠Tailored US-Style Business Curriculum: Master critical skills through the Dream Builder app and receive guidance from experienced mentors.

•⁠ ⁠Skill Development Workshops: Gain expertise in areas like business planning, marketing, and financial management.

•⁠ ⁠Industry Connections: Access a valuable network of investors, corporations, and industry veterans in India – US.

•⁠ ⁠Peer-to-Peer Learning: Collaborate and share experiences with other aspiring entrepreneurs.

•⁠ ⁠Global Networks and Connections: Engage with US-India founders, leaders, and ecosystem partners.

•⁠ ⁠Get shortlisted for an in person immersion week in US.

•⁠ ⁠Demo Day and Potential Funding: Showcase your startup, receive valuable feedback, and unlock seed funding opportunities.

Who Should Apply?

•⁠ ⁠Early-stage women-founded/co-founded tech startups in India.

•⁠ ⁠Startups located in Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, or Goa.

•⁠ ⁠Businesses with aspirations to scale globally in the US

•⁠ ⁠Passionate and committed individuals driven to make a difference.

Applications Open Now!
Don’t miss this transformative opportunity to elevate your tech venture. Applications for the StrongHer AWE Tech Spark program close on March 31, 2024.

Click here to apply!

Together, let’s empower women to lead the future of tech!

Contact:
Ankita Vashistha
ankita@mystepup.com

About the AWE Tech Spark Partners:

•⁠ ⁠U.S. Consulate General Mumbai: The U.S. Consulate plays a vital role in fostering economic ties between the United States and India. They are committed to promoting entrepreneurship and innovation offering resources, access to U.S. mentorship, facilitate connects.

•⁠ ⁠MyStepUp: MyStepUp is an organization dedicated to empowering women entrepreneurs and leaders globally. They provide training programs, mentorship opportunities, access to funding and networks.

•⁠ ⁠Tholons: Tholons is a leading advisory and research firm on globalization strategies. Tholons helps enterprises reinvent through AI, global talent, and innovation hubs. Their expertise in the global tech landscape will be invaluable for the AWE Tech Spark program participants.

•⁠ ⁠StrongHer: StrongHer the first and leading platform for women-led/focused early-stage tech companies across Consumer, Climate, and Enterprise. StrongHer is passionate about backing visionary founders who are transforming industries through innovation.

•⁠ ⁠Arise Ventures: Arise Ventures is the leading global early stage venture fund providing capital and acceleration to pre-seed to series A companies across consumer and enterprise. The fund is also runs StrongHer by Arise Ventures, the first and leading platform and capital allocation to women led tech and focused companies.

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