Speed Accelerator

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Venture - Series Unknown

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26.02.2019

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About Company
Speed is a tech accelerator that empowers startups to succeed & scale globally through mentorship, funding & lifelong support.

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Speed Accelerator

founded date

01.10.2014

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Venture - Series Unknown

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Private

Description

Based in the Beirut Digital District, Speed offers software startups $30,000 in funding and a 3-month mentorship program that includes in-house mentorship, mentorship from experts, workshops, access to a network of investors, and a free working space. In exchange for 5% equity in common shares, startups also receive lifelong support from a network of 100+ mentors, the opportunity to be sponsored for a 2-week immersion program in Silicon Valley, technology perks worth $1M+, and a fast-track referral to 47 Techstars programs worldwide through the accelerator's partnership with the Global Accelerator Network.
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Their latest funding was raised on 26.02.2019. Their latest investor BankMed. Their latest round Venture - Series Unknown

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Sami Abou Saab

Sami Abou Saab

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Elsa Abi Raad

Elsa Abi Raad

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Fares Samara

Fares Samara

CTO & Program Manager

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