Xpand
A programme by Parallel18
A free, all-year community for growth-stage companies in Puerto Rico, with a one-day strategy bootcamp, investment readiness support and roundtables.
At a glance
| Best for | Puerto Rico-based growth-stage companies with at least three years of operations |
|---|---|
| Stage | Growth |
| Duration | A one-day bootcamp, then ongoing engagement through the year |
| Cost | Free |
| Run with | Banco Popular |
About Xpand
Xpand supports growth-stage companies that want to reach new markets from Puerto Rico. It is a community rather than a competition, so participants learn together and draw on shared resources.
What you get
- A one-day bootcamp on strategy, operations and finance
- Investment readiness assessment and support for capital raising
- Technical assistance in areas such as public relations, marketing and business development
- Roundtable meetings with other founders, guided by a mentor
Who can apply
- Companies with at least three years of operations and sustainable revenue
- At least two people dedicated to the business, with proven impact or plans to expand in Puerto Rico
- Former parallel18 alumni, or companies that have been through another accelerator
How to apply: use the apply button on the Xpand page. Applications are accepted all year. Selected participants take part at no cost.
Where to apply
Other Parallel18 programmes
- P18A 16-week, in-person acceleration programme for early-stage startups from anywhere in the world, with an investment on selection.
- BioLeapA free, hybrid life sciences incubator with a 12-week curriculum, a fully equipped laboratory and 14 weeks of technical assistance.
- VCAP (Venture Capital Access Program)An equity programme that invests in seed and early-stage companies headquartered in Puerto Rico, alongside private co-investors.
- parallel18 Ventures Matching FundFollow-on co-investment for top parallel18 alumni who raise capital from institutional and angel investors.