Deadline:February 4, 2012
Countries/Region:UK,SILICON VALLEY, NEW YORK ,EUROPE , INDIA
Astia is a global not-for-profit organization built on a community of men and women dedicated to the success of women-led, high-growth ventures and to the eradication of the need for the organization within the decade.
The Astia method is designed for entrepreneurs by entrepreneurs who understand the value of extraordinary relationships and believe in giving back.
The Entrepreneur Program is an unparalleled resource for success—a transformative program designed by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs who want to become dominant players in their sectors. The format? A comprehensive 6–day workshop, 2–month program of personalized advising from premier experts and the opportunity to start benefiting from the global ecosystem of angels, VCs, corporations, and entrepreneurs that is Astia.
Developed by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs, Astia’s Global Entrepreneur Program is about delivering results in every area of an entrepreneur’s business, from initial funding strategy and growth to leadership development. As an Astia company, entrepreneurs will cultivate invaluable relationships with key players, receive introductions to capital in all of its forms (ventures capitalists, angels, strategics, etc) and gain access to expertise and opportunity from around the globe.
Eligibility Criteria:
- An innovative idea in a high-growth sector such as Technology, Life Sciences, Clean Tech, or high-growth Consumer
- A high-growth investment opportunity – at any stage of growth
- An exceptional team and business strategy
- A significant market opportunity
- A defendable competitive advantage
- At least one woman in a leadership role (at C level) or in significant position of equity.
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