Innovates | South Caucasus
Supporting Early Stage Innovators Across Azerbaijan, Armenia, and Georgia
TBILISI 2025
Applications are now closed!
INNOVATES | South Caucasus is an eight-week program focused on fostering entrepreneurship through the Lean Startup methodology, designed specifically for this exciting region.
Aimed at innovators, it emphasizes agile customer discovery to identify scalable opportunities. Participants engage with potential customers to gather insights for product development and business model design, ensuring relevance to market needs.
Benefits of Attending:
Training and Support: Extensive training accelerates growth and commercialization pathways.
Expert Mentorship: Connect with experienced mentors, including regional instructors and U.S.-based venture development experts.
Travel Stipend: Financial assistance for participants traveling to Tbilisi enhances accessibility and learning.
Questions about this program? Email [email protected].
We’re proud to be back!
Highlights from our previous 2024 Session:
Funded by the
U.S. Department of State
This program is supported by funding provided by the the U.S. Department of State.
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