Accelerator
About eWorks Accelerator program
Boost your project’s growth with the eWorks accelerator!
The program aims to help startups during the development phase, launching their products in the market and getting their first customers until they begin to grow. Through the eWorks acceleration program, we provide customized support to startups in any industry, in a customized way.
Structure, approach and values
We believe that “one size does not fit all”. That’s why we try to customize the journey for each startup within our program. We believe founders have to be conscious of their paths and learn to focus on what they want to achieve.
Bi-weekly sprints
Our program is based on bi-weekly sprints in which each team works on its own goals.
Learn by doing
We believe you have to get your hands dirty. That’s why we value the learn-by-doing approach!
Support & mentorship
We believe support is important. That’s why we’ll be by your side throughout the entire program.
Pull approach
We believe a pull approach is the winning strategy. We want you to tell us where we can support you and what we can help you with.
Our numbers
We've supported entrepreneurs with resources, activities and our accelerator programs since 2015.
Accelerator programs managed
Projects accelerated
Mentors & collaborators within our network
Benefits and perks
The applications opens once a year, with the program running during the summer. The program is equity-free, delivered in English and entirely online.
Selected startups will have access to:
- Mentorship with successful entrepreneurs
- 10,000+ EUR on benefits & resources
- Workshops with experts
- Lifetime community membership
- Demo Day with international investors
- A 3-days boot camp in Barcelona for the first sessions
- If you’re based in Barcelona, you can also set up your workspace in our eWorks facilities!
The Accelerators
We run several acceleration programs to help jumpstart businesses based on validated ideas. These accelerators are open to students, alumni and external startups and delivered in English. Our programs are totally equity-free, though providing you the support and knowledge you need to develop your project and turn your ideas into profitable businesses.
We’re here to help. Find the program that best suits your needs.
eWorks Accelerator
Our main accelerator: industry agnostic, equity-free, open to everybody.
EdTech Accelerator
The program specialized in educational projects and organized alongside Esade’s educational departments.
0waste Accelerator
For innovative and sustainable businesses, run together with the Esade Center for Social Impact.
Corporate accelerators
Accelerator programs for companies, based on Esade’s expertise and with maximum flexibility.
Who can join the program
eWorks Accelerator is a selective program that aims to identify and support high-growth ideas and help entrepreneurial projects develop efficiently. The accelerator is open to Esade students and alumni but also to external startups with no relation to Esade.
Teams and individuals with validated* ideas/projects are welcome to apply. Ideally, teams should include someone who can develop the required technology or is an expert in the field of application, as well as someone with a more sales-based focus.
*Validation depends on the type of project and industry: For B2C services, at least 30-50 customer interactions are required; for B2B projects (including administration and academia), 2-4 LOIs are strongly recommended. In addition, concept validation by an academic expert is a plus.
The program is selective, meaning that only the teams that meet all the requirements and demonstrate their commitment are admitted.
What we’re looking for in a team is passion, commitment and the desire to change the world!
The Team
