SpeakUp Ventures
Accelerator for Ambitious Young Asians
Cohort 3 will start in early September. Don't need an idea or team to apply. Deadline to apply is August 19.
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Launch your 1st company
Get one-on-one help from successful startup founders to build your company from scratch
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Get your 1st customers
Learn simple and effective strategies from experienced entrepreneurs to get your first customers
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Supportive Community
Join a safe space where friendly mentors who understand your challenges are ready to help you succeed
Meet Our Mentors and Speakers
We are building an ecosystem for ambitious young people to find guidance and take steps toward acheving their biggest dreams.
and many more...
What to expect
We want everyone to benefit from our community, regardless of financial background or ethnicity
⭐ Week 1 ⭐
Team Formation + Ideation
⭐ Week 2 ⭐
Product Development + Customer Discovery
⭐ Week 3 ⭐
Sales + Marketing
⭐ Week 4 ⭐
Pitch Presentation
⭐ Week 5 ⭐
Shark Tank Competition
Why We Exist
We understand that many Asian students often lack support when pursuing ambitious and unconventional goals. Parents, friends, and schools may not understand and cannot provide the necessary guidance. Culturally, Asians are often discouraged from taking risks and trying new things. This can feel unbelievably lonely and overwhelming.
We're here to change that. By offering mentorship, resources, and a supportive community, we help you navigate these challenges. Our vision is to help Asian students all over the world confidently explore unconventional paths, achieve ambitious goals, and foster self-belief and resilience.
At SpeakUp Ventures, we don't care about your resume or prestige.
We believe the following values are foundational to uplifting others and achieving personal success:
Curiosity: Your eagerness to learn and explore new ideas.
Passion: Your enthusiasm and dedication to your goals.
Resilience: Your ability to overcome challenges and keep pushing forward.
Empathy: Your capacity to understand and support others.
Action: Your drive to make a meaningful impact.
If you resonate with our values and mission, we welcome you to apply to our community. 😇
