Metta in partnership with the UK-Kenya Tech Hub presents the Startup-SME linkage program 2.0 aimed at providing tech startups direct linkages to SMEs which fall under their target customers for a chance to secure a commercial deal.
The program will require selected startups to present/demo their solutions to SMEs in a digital live marketplace for a partnership or commercialization deal.
In this 2021 program referred to as the Startup-SME Linkage Program 2.0 (SSL 2.0) UK-Kenya Tech Hub will provide tech startups and SMEs with direct linkages to one another, and a collaboration playbook aimed at helping them increase their partnership and commercial deal rates.
WORTH
Benefits of the Program:
- 4 free masterclasses modeled on the Deal Making Design Framework.
- Access to practical templates for deal-making.
- Participation in the Deal Rooms with potential clients and service providers.
- Business feature on the Metta and UK-Kenya Tech networks.
ELIGIBILITY
- Startups and SMEs from across the country are encouraged to apply for this program.
Criteria for Sart-Ups:
- Should be open to collaboration.
- Should be a registered entity.
- Must be a tech-driven startup.
- Should have active users on their platform: demonstrate use cases.
- Offer valid solutions in the thematic areas identified.
DEADLINE: February 16, 2021.
To apply and for more information visit here.
