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The Techstars worldwide network helps entrepreneurs succeed. Founded in 2006, Techstars began with three simple ideas—entrepreneurs create a better future for everyone, collaboration drives innovation, and great ideas can come from anywhere. Now we are on a mission to enable every person on the planet to contribute to, and benefit from, the success of entrepreneurs. In addition to operating accelerator programs and venture capital funds, we do this by connecting startups, investors, corporations, and cities to help build thriving startup communities. Techstars has invested in more than 2,200 companies that today have a combined market cap valuation of more than $30 Billion.
Techstars Startup Week is a five-day, entrepreneur-led, community event held in cities across the world to showcase the local startup ecosystem through meetups, lectures, discussions, and celebrations. The Techstars Startup Week mission is to help establish thriving entrepreneurial ecosystems anywhere in the world. Our events in 2022 was celebrated by over 100 entrepreneurs from the isles. This year we take things a step further on this journey toward an inclusive Startup Climate. Come join the worlds leading startup Community!
Why Attend Startup Week Zanzibar
Networking Opportunities
Come meet a diverse range of entrepreneurs, investors, industry experts, and potential customers. Techstars Startup Week Zanzibar provides an excellent opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, potential collaborators, mentors, and investors who can help you grow your business.
Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Techstars Startup Week Zanzibar will provide a platform for startups, entrepreneurs, and innovators from various industries to showcase their ideas, products, and services. Engaging workshops, pitch competitions, and networking events will empower participants to share their visions for a sustainable future while addressing local and global challenges.
Empowering Local Entrepreneurs
Techstars Startup Week Zanzibar will prioritize the empowerment of local entrepreneurs by providing them with opportunities to connect with investors, access mentorship, and gain exposure to international markets. The event will feature pitch competitions, networking sessions, and workshops focused on fostering innovation and growth in the local startup ecosystem.
Collaboration and Partnership
To maximize the impact of the event, Startup Week Zanzibar will foster collaboration between the government, private sector, non-profit organizations, and the local community of entrepreneurs and innovators. This partnership will encourage knowledge exchange, foster entrepreneurship, and create opportunities for sustainable growth.
Access to Investors
Techstars Startup Week Zanzibar Many intends to bring together angel investors, venture capitalists, and other funding sources seeking promising startups to invest in. Presenting your business at such an event can enhance your chances of securing funding or partnerships that are essential for scaling your operations.
Events
Press Conference
Golden Tulip
Airport Hotel
Celebrating Innovation and Entrepreneurship: The Grand Opening of Techstars Startup Week Zanzibar 2023, 2nd Edition!
Event/Conference
Golden Tulip
Airport Hotel
Unleash Your Startup Potential! Are you ready to take your startup to new heights? Join us at TechStars Startup Week Zanzibar, where innovation meets opportunity in the stunning backdrop of Zanzibar’s tropical paradise. Don’t miss the chance to showcase your game-changing ideas and products to a global audience of tech enthusiasts, investors, and industry leaders.
Panel Discussion
Golden Tulip
Airport Hotel
Join the insightful Panel Discussion: ‘Sailing Through Challenges, Charting Opportunities.
Pitch In A Snap
Golden Tulip
Airport Hotel
Get ready for the most intense elevator pitches in town! Over two action-packed days, startups will have just 30 seconds to dazzle us with their ideas.
Golden Tulip
Airport Hotel
Join us for a workshop that delves into dissecting and examining the various elements of a significant policy, aiming to unravel its impact and implications.Â
Golden Tulip
Airport Hotel
Join us for a riveting Panel Discussion as we delve deep into the “Zanzibar Startup Policy.Â
Golden Tulip
Airport Hotel
We’re thrilled to introduce you to the incredible #mentors joining us from all around the world for ‘Mentors Corner’during @startupweekzanzibar `23
Golden Tulip
Airport Hotel
Join us for the ‘Online and Offline Search for Information’ workshop featuring Dr. Lena Bernhofer, a leading expert in Entrepreneurship and Innovation.
Pitch In A Snap
Golden Tulip
Airport Hotel
Get ready for the most intense elevator pitches in town! Over two action-packed days, startups will have just 30 seconds to dazzle us with their ideas.
Mentors Corner
Golden Tulip
Airport Hotel
Grab the opportunity to have a one-on-one 15-minute session with seasoned entrepreneurs, both global and local, during our 2-day event.Â
Panel Discussion
Golden Tulip
Airport Hotel
 Unlocking Zanzibar’s PotentialÂ
Join us for a riveting Panel Discussion as we delve deep into the “Zanzibar Startup Policy.” We’ll analyze its impact and unveil the implications for the business landscape with local and global policymakers.Â
Panel Discusion
The Box
Join our Panel Discussion for Small Startup CEOs and discover key tactics and tools for growth.
TECHNOLOGY
The Box
Get ready to put your tech knowledge to the test. Anastasia facilitationwithanastasia invites you to an exciting Tech Trivia.
Mentors Corner
The Box
Grab the opportunity to have a one-on-one 15-minute session with seasoned entrepreneurs, both global and local, during our 2-day event.Â
Panel Discussion
The Box
Join our Panel Discussion for Small Startup CEOs and discover key tactics and tools for growth.
WORKSHOP
The Box
Discover the magic of Blockchain in our empowering workshop.
Let’s unlock the power of decentralized technology together!
The Box
 Excited to join the workshop on Sustainable Entrepreneurship with Prof. Dr. Esin Bozyazi, a trailblazer in the field
/Entertainment
Paje/Matemwe
Beach, Zanzibar
We are thrilled to invite you to a one-of-a-kind experience during Techstars Startup Week Zanzibar – our Beach Party!
Days
Workshops
Stage
Quick facts about
Techstars Startup Week
80
Cities and growing
Stats as of 10/31/20
+200,0000
Entrepreneurs attended Startup Week since 2010.
Dozen
of educational tracks and hundreds of program sessions at each Startup Week.
400 - 6,000+
attendees at each Startup Week.
100%
program growth year after year (attendees, programming, etc.)
46
Accelerator Programs.
7,848
Active Members.
2,270
Graduate Companies
$10.7B
Total Lifetime Funding Raised.
242
Classes.
16,213
Active Investors.
1,662
Active Companies (73.2%).
$30.5B
Market Cap Techstars Graduates All Time.
596
Techstars Founders.
1st
Accelerator with a portfolio company to reach IPO.
11.1%
Acquired Companies.
$1.0M
Avg. First Raise Post Program