Startup Program
A programme by KiwiTech
A tech-for-equity engagement where KiwiTech builds a startup's software for a mix of cash and equity, with mentoring, pitch events and investor introductions around it.
At a glance
| Best for | Startups that want a product built and are open to a tech-for-equity engagement |
|---|---|
| Format | Hybrid |
| Cost | Paid, takes equity |
About Startup Program
The Startup Program is KiwiTech's offer to founders: it builds custom software for a startup and charges for it with a mixture of cash and equity rather than cash alone, so an early-stage team spends less cash to get a product built. KiwiTech describes this as investing its technology resources in a startup in exchange for a minority stake. Around the build it adds ecosystem support.
What you get
- Custom software development for your product, charged as a mix of cash and equity
- Access to KiwiTech's mentors, partners and investors
- Pitch events and Demo Days
- Introductions to investors when you are raising
- Go-to-market, crowdfunding and marketing support
Who can apply
- Startups that need cost-effective custom software development
- Industry-agnostic — teams across sectors such as healthtech, fintech and edtech
- Founders based anywhere, India included, since KiwiTech states it works with startups across the globe
How to apply: There is no cohort intake or deadline. Request services through the form on the Startup Program page or the Contact Us page. General enquiries go to info@kiwitech.com.