Start it @KBC
Start it @KBC supports and promotes innovative and scalable entrepreneurship and is the largest start-up accelerator in Belgium with more than 500 startups. Start It @KBC builds a…
Start it @KBC at a glance
| Address | Antwerp, Belgium |
|---|---|
| Programmes | 1 standing programme |
| Official website | startit.be |
Programmes they run
Standing programmes at Start it @KBC, separate from the funding calls above.
Start it @KBC Program
AcceleratorA one-year, no-strings-attached acceleration program for innovative and scalable startups across all industries and growth stages.
What you get, who can apply and how to applyHide details
The Start it @KBC Program is an intensive, founder-centric one-year acceleration program that offers 1-1 coaching, workshops, networking, e-learning, and mentorship. It is designed to speed up startup growth, expand networks, develop skills, and facilitate market expansion. Participants gain access to coworking spaces and guidance on funding, legal, and financial matters through partner referrals. The program comprises a mandatory 2-day bootcamp, an 'Accelerate' phase for the first 6 months focusing on expert introductions and progress tracking, and a 'Grow' phase for the subsequent 6 months dedicated to network expansion and continued business development. Mandatory monthly OKR sessions are conducted during the first 6 months, becoming voluntary peer-led sessions in the latter half. Graduates remain lifelong members of the Start it @KBC community and receive reduced rates on co-working spaces.
Incubation tracks
The routes into Start it @KBC, and what each one includes.
| Track | Type | Space | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Start it @KBC ProgramFree, no equity or monetary strings attached. Available for innovative and scalable startups across all industries and growth phases, from ideation to scale-up. The program includes a 2-day mandatory bootcamp, a 6-month 'Accelerate' phase, and a 6-month 'Grow' phase. Monthly OKR sessions are mandatory in the first 6 months and voluntary in the last 6 months. Graduates retain lifetime community membership with reduced rates on co-working space. | Acceleration | — | 1-1 coaching, workshops, networking, e-learning, mentorship, access to inspiring workspace, guidance on funding, connections to business partners and investors, market expansion support, personalised coaching |
Labs & facilities
Equipment and space on campus.
Inspiring workspace
Co-working spaces
Located in Antwerp, Brussels, Budapest, Ghent, Gyor, Hasselt, Kortrijk, Leuven, New York & Prague.
Support services
Help offered alongside funding and space.
About Start it @KBC
Start it @KBC is a startup accelerator that supports entrepreneurs in making an impact through their passion and ambition. It operates with 9 hubs in Belgium and additional international hubs in New York and Budapest. The accelerator focuses on innovative and scalable businesses of all industries and all startup and growth phases, from ideation to scale-up. It offers a one-year, no-strings-attached program that includes 1-1 coaching, workshops, networking, e-learning, and mentorship. Participants also gain access to coworking spaces, a global network through GAN membership, and guidance on funding and market expansion. The program connects startups to business partners and offers referrals to external experts for accounting, legal, and financial advice.
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Frequently asked questions about Start it @KBC
What does Start it @KBC do?
Start it @KBC is a startup accelerator that supports entrepreneurs in making an impact through their passion and ambition. It operates with 9 hubs in Belgium and additional international hubs in New York and Budapest.
Where is Start it @KBC located?
Start it @KBC is located at Antwerp, Belgium.
What programs does Start it @KBC run?
Start it @KBC runs Start it @KBC Program.
What facilities does Start it @KBC offer?
Start it @KBC offers Inspiring workspace and Co-working spaces.
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