With our Bridge to China program we set up an internationalization program for startups to teach them the foundations of a global mindset. By joining forces between science and industry, we support startups decoding the Chinese market.
Bridge to China
Market Decoding Program for Science-based Startups
With our Bridge to China Program, we take your startup international and help you decode the Chinese market in 3 Steps:
STEP 1: LEARN
- Market Decoding Workshops (topics are: Market and Business Culture, Legal Requirements, IP Protection, Market Entry Strategy, Pitch Training and more)
- Free 1-on-1 Mentoring
STEP 2: PITCH
- Pitch your startup to Chinese investors, business partners and corporates at the Bridge to China conference
- Win your ticket to China
STEP 3: DISCOVER
- Discovery trip to China (Beijing, Chengdu, Shanghai, Suzhou)
- Get first-hand experience in the Chinese market
- Meet Chinese investors and potential business partners at networking and pitch events
- Co-working spaces in Shanghai & Suzhou available for free use at any time
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WHO SHOULD APPLY?
Must have
- You are a German startup with the potential to scale in China
- You are looking for Chinese investors and/or strategic business partners in China
- You are a tech-related startup with a scientific background
- Your prototype is ready (TRL 4+) or you even have first customers
Nice to have
- You have a patent filed or registered
YOUR BENEFITS
- No fees
- No equity
- Support team in Germany & China
- 26 China expert mentors
- Access to our vast scientific and business network in Germany & China
- Network of 500+ Chinese investors
- Get your pitch deck translated into Chinese
- 2 Co-working spaces in China
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