Google for Startups Accelerator: Women Founders (Canada and US)

About the Program

• A global series of programs
  • Each accelerator features a cohort of 10-15 top startups that come together to tackle specific technical challenges that can help grow their businesses through a mix of remote and in-person, 1-to-1, group learning sessions, and sprint projects.
• Tailored, expert help
  • Founders outline the top technical challenges for their startup, and are then paired with relevant experts from both Google and the industry to solve those challenges and grow their business.
• Specialist deep dives
  • In addition to mentorship and technical project support, Google for Startups Accelerators include deep dives and workshops focused on product design, customer acquisition, and leadership development for founders.

Key Benefits

• Equity-free support: For duration of program.
• Mentoring: Dedicated mentoring from Google teams.
• Training: Exclusive invitations to technical bootcamps hosted by Google where offered.
• Access to experts: Access to Google’s network of industry experts.
• Google product credits: Eligible startups receive product credits.
• Early access: Access to new Google products and tools as relevant.
• Strategic support: Support on company and product strategy.
• Technical project partnership: Work hand in hand with experts from Google on your biggest tech challenges.
• Founder Network: Connect and learn from fellow founders, and access a peer-to-peer support network.

Entry Criteria

• Startups demonstrating traction, ideally between Seed and Series A stage.
• Building a scalable product or service with a significant total addressable market and defensible growth model.
• Deeply technical, preferably leveraging technologies like Machine Learning and AI.
• Commitment from CTO and/or technical roles to participate and engage in required program sessions.
• This program is open to women-led technology startups within the U.S. and Canada.

For more information, visit Google for Startups.