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Techstars helps founders scale their startups into world-changing businesses. Founded in 2006, Techstars is on a mission to invest in startups to enable more capital to flow to more entrepreneurs around the world in order to deliver exceptional returns to our investors. We do this by operating accelerator programs and venture capital funds, as well as by connecting startups, investors, corporations, and cities to help build thriving startup communities. Our results show why Techstars is Better for Founders than any other global accelerator: On average, 74.5% of Techstars companies will raise money within 3 years of their program; 18.5% of Techstars portfolio companies have exited 5 years after their program and 31.1% after eight years. (PitchBook June 2023)

Y Combinator is the leading startup accelerator for entrepreneurs. Since 2005, YC has invested in over 5,400 companies, including Airbnb, Dropbox, Stripe, Reddit, Instacart, DoorDash, and Coinbase. Today, YC has built the most powerful startup community in the world alongside the products and programs to support founders for the life of their company.

500 Global is a venture capital firm with US$2.1B in assets under management investing in globally ambitious founders building fast-growing technology companies. We focus on markets where innovation, capital, and ecosystems can propel startups and unlock long-term value. Our mission is to uplift people and economies around the world through entrepreneurship. 500 Global has backed over 5,000 founders representing more than 3,000 companies operating in 80+ countries. We have invested in 35+ companies valued at over $1 billion and 150+ companies valued at over $100 million (including private, public, and exited companies). Our team members are located around the world and bring experience as entrepreneurs, investors, and operators from the world’s leading technology companies. 500 Global’s Southeast Asia funds have backed over 300 companies across sectors, including investing early in companies valued at over US$1 billion such as Grab, Carsome, Carousell, Bukalapak, and FinAccel. Our team members bring experience as entrepreneurs, investors, and operators. We are actively growing to serve more founders, as well as connect companies with capital, expertise, and global networks to help them succeed.