Program Overview

Introduction to the AUC Venture Lab

The AUC Venture Lab is a platform that supports entrepreneurs in designing and scaling their startups. It offers various programs, including the Startup Accelerator, Fintech Accelerator, Startup Launchpad, and AUC Angels.

Startup Accelerator Program

The Startup Accelerator is a four-month program that helps entrepreneurs design and grow the region's next generation of tech-enabled, innovation-driven startups. Using evidence-based entrepreneurship and expert industry insights, the program supports entrepreneurs in designing and scaling their startups and preparing them for growth and investment.

What to Expect

• Business building and growth hacking support
• Business model design support
• Mentor matchmaking
• One-on-one business coaching
• Networking opportunities
• Access to the AUC community, networks, and facilities
• Business perks after graduation
• Fundraising and investment support
• Access to investment clinic
• Access to Egypt's top investors and VC firms
• Pitching training and pitch deck design support
• Demo Day

Industries Supported

The program works across multiple industries, including:

• Green Economy
• Sustainability
• Ed-tech
• Health-tech
• E-commerce
• Energy
• Artificial Intelligence
• Logistics
• Creative and Digital Industries
• Mobility
• Food Value Chain
• More

Program History

The sector-agnostic flagship program has been supporting entrepreneurs since 2013, with the support of corporate sponsors.