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šŸŒ ERAĀ Global x JETRO:Ā Global VentureĀ Builder Program "Go Global"

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Accelerating Global Expansion forĀ Japan's Leading Startups with Funding,Ā Mentoring, and USĀ Market Access
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ERA Global andĀ JETROĀ have partnered to launch the Global Venture Builder program for Japanese Startups, designed to support two distinct pathways: Series A climate tech companies ready to enter and scale in the US market, and pre-seed startups across all sectors building toward their first major milestone. ERA Global provides capital investment, a customized go-to-market strategy, and access to ERA's network of mentors, investors, and corporate partners.
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Apply to the Global Venture Builder Program "Go Global" powered by ERA Global and grow your company in the US with hands-on support and investment: https://forms.gle/gjUB7HAu1AMx68af8


Program Benefits:Ā What Startups Receive
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āœ… Potential investment of up to $1M per startup
Investment eligibility is evaluated individually based on business model, growth potential, and program progress
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āœ… Tailored Mentorship from a 1,000+ Expert Network
Connect with industry leaders, founders, executives, and USĀ market tech leaders
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āœ… Go-to-Market Strategy for US Expansion
Build and execute a go-to-market strategy for theĀ US market with the advice of the ERAĀ network and team
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āœ… Introductions to Investors and Customers
Access ERA's network of early-stage investors and enterprise partners
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āœ… Brand Exposure at High-Visibility Events
Showcase your company as a leader at high-impact events in New YorkĀ City and Tokyo
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āœ… Recruiting Support & HR Guidance in the US
Receive expert local insights about hiring and operating in the USĀ market
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āœ… Access to a Top-Tier Community
Join the network and make connections within ERA

Program Structure and Timeline

Location: šŸ‡ÆšŸ‡µ Japan ā€¢ šŸ‡ŗšŸ‡ø US ā€¢ šŸŒ Online

This hybrid program is managed in New York City, with localized support in Japan and online.

Timing: Rolling Admissions

Applications are accepted and reviewed continuously. Startups are onboarded on a rolling basis.

Apply now to get early access to resources and maximize your benefits from the program:
https://forms.gle/gjUB7HAu1AMx68af8


šŸ’¼ Who Should Apply?

āž”ļø Japanese startups (incorporated in Japan or with at least one Japanese founder)
āž”ļø Series A stage and beyond: building in climate tech, energy, mobility, built environment, AgTech, manufacturing, or climate fintech
āž”ļø Pre-seed / ideation stage: open to all sectors (priority areas include AI, enterprise software, fintech, developer tools, climate tech, healthcare technology, future of work, and industrial AI)
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ā€šŸ† Why ERA Global?
ERAĀ Global is the USĀ market expansion arm of ERA (Entrepreneurs Roundtable Accelerator), NYC's leading tech accelerator.
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āž”ļø 400+ startups
āž”ļø $10B+ portfolio value
āž”ļø $2B+ capital raised

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Frequently Asked Questions
1. Are there co-founder or language requirements for the Global Venture Builder Program?
A co-founder or C-level executive must be fluent in English. The company must be committed to expanding to the US market. A participant must be a decision-maker capable of making strategic decisions related to overseas expansion (CXO level is recommended).
2. Do we already need to have a US entity or customers to join the program?
ā€No, you do not need to have a US legal entity or traction in the US prior to applying. We work with you to develop your US expansion strategy.
3. What are the program dates?
ā€We run this program on a rolling basis with individualized support for each company. We will accept and onboard startups throughout the year.
4. Has ERA Global worked with Japanese startups before? Yes. ERA Global has supported Japanese startups' expansion to the US for over a decade. Japanese startups have hailed from Tokyo, the Ibaraki Prefecture, and many other regions of Japan. Testimonials can be accessed through video or news posts here.
5. Do founders need to relocate to the US? Relocation is not required, but we highly recommend that at least one founder spend time in the US, especially during events, key meetings, and major US customer and investor engagements.
6. What does the investment process look like? Selected companies will receive a term sheet. The investment is typically made via a SAFE or equity round, depending on the company's funding structure.
7. Can pre-seed companies apply even if they don't have a product yet? Yes. Pre-seed and ideation-stage companies are welcome. We work with you on customer discovery, problem validation, and MVP design from the ground up.
8. Does the program invest in pre-seed companies? For pre-seed companies, the program will prepare the founders to be ready to apply to a US accelerator program for funding.
9. Do pre-seed companies need to be in climate tech? No. The pre-seed track is open to all sectors. Series A companies are prioritized for investment if they are in climate tech.
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