Requirements
- Operations headquartered in Africa
- Product alignment with one of the five Sports and Creative startup categories
- Proven demand for product and/or service through strong customer base and/or revenue
- Demonstrable impact and/or relevancy to the broader African continent
ELIGIBLE CATEGORIES OF STARTUPS
The Triple Double Accelerator is seeking startups whose products and/or services align with the below categories.
Live Event Experience and Ticketing
- Transforming or enhancing live events through improved ticketing, entry, or in-arena or in-stadium experience.
Digital Fan Platforms and Connectivity
- Creating new, innovative ways to collect fan data, translate data into targeted offerings for fans, and create digital hubs for fans to connect.
AI for Consumers
- Designing new products for fans that leverage AI, such as dubbing content in local languages, creating an NBA chatbot, etc.
Investing in Youth
- Creating tools to promote life skills, positive habits, and other programs for a highly digitally – connected African youth population.
Other Sports and Creative Startups
- Innovating and disrupting any sector within the sports, entertainment and creative industries.
Prizes
1st Place
- $50,000 in cash accompanied by $50,000 in value-in-kind
2nd Place
- $40,000 in cash accompanied by $40,000 in value-in-kind
3rd Place
- $30,000 in cash accompanied by $30,000 in value-in-kind
4th Place
- $20,000 in cash accompanied by $20,000 in value-in-kind
Benefits
Access to Prizing
- Win up to $50,000 cash and $50,000 value-in-kind
Expand Network
- Connect to prominent business leaders, corporations, and multinationals through mentorship
Global Exposure
- A chance to pitch to global industry leaders at Demo Day in New York City
Method of Application
STEP 1
Written Application
Deadline 22 May 2024
- Founders must complete the online application (roughly 60 mins to complete).
- Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so we encourage applying as early as possible.
STEP 2
One-way Video Interview
Deadline 31 May 2024
- Selected startups will be invited to participate in a one-way video interview.
- Video submissions should be no longer than 5 minutes.
STEP 3
Selection Process
6 June 2024
- Judges will evaluate each submission and select the top startups to participate in the program.
- All applicants will be informed of their application status on 6 June.
STEP 4
Mentorship
June – August 2024
- The accelerator program will include mentorship, workshops, and pitch practice in preparation for Demo Day in September
- The required time commitment will be 4 hours per week, not including Demo Day
STEP 5
Demo Day
September 2024
Participating startups will get the opportunity to pitch to global industry leaders in New York for a chance to win prizing.
For More Information,
Visit the Official Webpage
Application Deadline: May 22nd, 2024.
