Spacecubed this week were very excited to announce RAC SeedSpark, a collaboration between RAC and Spacecubed to deliver a seed funded startup accelerator.
RAC SeedSpark is a startup accelerator program that provides you with the funding and support to get your mobile app off the ground.
Full details can be found here but the first step is to to attend the RAC SeedSpark launch and information night on September 2nd. There you will get the chance to find out key information, timelines, ask burning questions, meet new collaborators, form teams and pitch your idea to see who will work on it with you then get some early feedback.
On the 25th of September is Pitch Night, a selection panel will award the best ideas seed funding of up to $25,000 and the opportunity to participate in an 8 week accelerator program based at Spacecubed.
Who is this for?
Participation at RAC SeedSpark is not limited to coders, developers or the tech savvy. There will be opportunities during on the launch and information night to team up with people with complementary skills to your own. If you’re a designer, business person, marketer, artist or just someone who simply has a great idea, you’ll be welcome at RAC SeedSpark.
Why participate?
- Seed funding for your idea of up to $25,000
- The backing and mentorship from RAC to help build your prototype and commercialise your solution
- Access to Spacecubed coworking space, meeting rooms and mentor network
- Access to an 8 week Accelerator program where you’ll learn the tricks of the Startup trade from experienced professionals
- Learn new skills in lean startup, prototyping and pitching
- The chance to build relationships and create something great
Why is this big?
Perth’s startup and entrepreneur ecosystem has been growing at a rapid rate, however the biggest hurdle to-date has been access to early stage funding to support early idea development. RAC SeedSpark has been created to help fill this gap and to help make a better WA.
Tickets for the launch and information night on September 2nd are free, but strictly limited so find out more information and book your place.
Follow the spark at #RACSeedSpark on twitter and facebook.
**DUE TO A GREAT RESPONSE AND REACHING CAPACITY FOR THIS EVENT, THERE WILL BE A SECOND LAUNCH AND INFORMATION SESSION ON MONDAY 1ST SEPTEMBER. PLEASE REGISTER FOR THE SECOND SESSION HERE**