Apply as an accent Startup

We look forward to your application to become an accent Startup!

We invite all startups and founders in high-tech sectors to apply to become an accent Startup. As the incubator of the province of Lower Austria, accent supports you with individual coaching, expertise, and a broad network – from project to company.

Ideally, submit your business idea up to 6 weeks before the next rehearsal date – we look forward to your application!

We support high-tech startups in the areas of

Founders receive individual support and assistance from our expert team in the form of

• Business development and guidance

• Development of an IP strategy

• Funding and financing strategy

• Access to business angels and venture capitalists

• Expert insights through impulse sessions

• International hackathons and boot camps

By collaborating with our team, accent Startups significantly increase their chances of a positive grant application and successful financing rounds.

The application process for accent Startup is open to all founding teams and innovators who are implementing a technical innovation in a relevant technology area and want to take the path from project to company.

We are particularly interested in startups, spin-offs, and scale-ups that want to found their company in Lower Austria and aim to create value and jobs as potential leading companies of tomorrow, making a valuable contribution to our economy and society.

Applying to become an accent Startup is possible at any time. We recommend contacting our team well in advance (ideally no later than six weeks before the next rehearsal date).

1. Use the application form below to tell us more about your technological innovation and your startup idea.

2. Our team will contact you for an initial consultation to discuss all the necessary steps and answer any questions you may have.

3. If your startup idea and the level of innovation of your technology align well with accent's focus, you will be invited to a rehearsal where you will present your business plan and pitch deck and receive valuable feedback.

4. The best startup ideas will then have the opportunity to pitch to our distinguished advisory board (our decision-making body).

5. If your technical innovation and your business idea convince the experts on our advisory board, we look forward to welcoming you and your team as a new accent Startup and supporting you to the best of our ability until your company is founded in Lower Austria (and beyond).

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