Are you an ambitious founder ready to take your startup to new heights? Look no further than Startmate, one of Australia’s most successful accelerator programs. With a decade of experience, Startmate has invested in over 230 startups, creating a portfolio valued at over $3.5 billion.
What is the Startmate Accelerator?

Startmate’s 12-week program is designed to propel your early-stage company forward, faster than you ever thought possible. Here’s what you can expect:
- Rapid Growth: In just 3 months, you’ll achieve milestones that might otherwise take years.
- World-Class Mentorship: Tap into a network of experienced mentors who invest their own money and are dedicated to your success.
- Clear Investment Terms: Receive $120k with no hidden strings attached, providing a solid foundation for raising future capital.
- Valuable Community: Join a network of 3,500+ founders, operators, and investors who will support and guide you throughout your journey.
Why Choose Startmate?
Unmatched Support: Our belief in your potential transforms what you think is possible. Startmate alumni rate the program 9.2/10, thanks to our relentless focus on customer obsession and product-market fit.
Inclusive and Diverse: We proudly maintain one of the most gender-diverse portfolios in ANZ, with 40% of companies having women co-founders.
Early-Stage Friendly: Whether you’re pre-product, pre-customers, or pre-revenue, Startmate is here to help you build and grow.
How They Help You Succeed
Focused Growth: Spend 12 weeks intensely focused on your customer and product, laying the groundwork for exponential growth.
Mentorship with Skin in the Game: Our mentors are personally invested in your success, ready to break down walls to help you thrive.
Peer Support: Collaborate with fellow founders who share your drive and challenges, creating lifelong connections and support networks.
A Proven Track Record
Startmate’s impact speaks for itself:
- 50% of companies raise capital post-accelerator.
- $1.8M AUD is the median round size for companies that raised equity rounds in the past two years.
Are You Ready?

If you’re a wildly ambitious founder ready to scale your pre-Series A startup, Startmate is your launchpad. They are industry-agnostic and welcome startups from all sectors, from ed-tech to climate-tech and beyond.
Join the ranks of Australia’s most innovative startups and let Startmate’s accelerator program unlock your full potential. Apply here and take the first step towards transforming your startup into a high-growth success story.