IRA and Hero Training: Accelerators for Startups from Central Asia

We are sharing a selection of accelerators to which you can apply to receive support in business development, improve traction, and learn how to attract investments.

Business Accelerator Quick Start

The program helps startups at the MVP stage with validated demand to test new growth hypotheses, build sales, and scale.
Startup applications are accepted twice a year.

Investment Readiness Accelerator

IRA is the proprietary acceleration program of the MOST Ventures fund for startups from Central Asia. It is conducted regularly in two languages: English and Russian.

Hero Training

An exclusive acceleration program designed for the rapid growth of your startup in the global market. The accelerator was launched by Astana Hub in collaboration with Draper University and takes place in Silicon Valley.

Silkway Accelerator

Silkway Accelerator is a joint program by Google for Startups and Astana Hub. It is held in an offline format in Astana and is designed for startups at the Product-Market Fit and Scale stages from Central Asian countries, Mongolia, Azerbaijan, and Georgia.

Plug and Play

By participating in the program, startups gain access to a wide range of resources, including mentoring, workshops, and networking opportunities. It also helps them enter international markets and attract investments from leading venture capital funds. The acceleration takes place offline in Tashkent and is open to startups from around the world.

Growthhack Accelerator

The accelerator is a free business development and scaling program supported by experienced experts. Small and medium-sized businesses can participate.

Accelerate Prosperity

Accelerate Prosperity is an initiative by the Aga Khan Development Network in Central and South Asia, aimed at stimulating enterprises where economic opportunities remain insufficient. The goal of the accelerator is to give entrepreneurs the opportunity to develop or improve their business model, execution plan, and existing processes.

Go Green Accelerator

Companies involved in producing "green" technologies and offering "green" services can participate. Companies looking to integrate "green" technologies into their operations are also invited.

Peak Tech Accelerator

The goal of the program is to prepare startups for international scaling and investment through mentoring, practical training, and networking with experienced Kazakhstani and local IT entrepreneurs and investors. Upon completion of the program, selected startups will have the opportunity to pitch to real investors to secure funding.