activities · 9
what they do
direct service · 4
- Direct Client Strategy Implementation and Support Startup Ecosystem Research and AdvisoryPartners directly with governments and organizations to implement data-driven strategies that significantly increase startup ecosystem value and foster innovation. Clients have experienced faster growth in Ecosystem Values and generated additional value, as seen in collaborations with Seoul, Tokyo, Abu Dhabi, and North Rhine-Westphalia.
- Direct Support for Startup and Scaleup Companies Startup Ecosystem Research and AdvisoryPartners with governments and organizations to implement programs and provide direct support to individual startups and scaleups, helping them with international expansion, fundraising strategies, and market connections. This includes designing and launching late-stage scaling programs like Global Hypergrowth Tokyo and Hypergrowth Karnataka, and supporting companies like Nu Eyne, Fermenstation, BitBiome, and Helical Fusion.
- Startup and Scaleup Acceleration Programs Startup Ecosystem Research and AdvisoryDesigns and implements global late-stage scaling programs, such as Global Hypergrowth Tokyo and Hypergrowth Karnataka, to support innovative companies in globalizing their products, expanding internationally, and securing funding. This includes selecting leading startups for cohorts and connecting them with advisors and investors.
- Startup and Scaleup Support Programs Startup Ecosystem Research and AdvisoryPartners with governments and organizations to implement programs that directly support startups and scaleups, including late-stage scaling programs like Global Hypergrowth Tokyo and Hypergrowth Karnataka. This involves providing strategic advisory, international expansion guidance, fundraising validation, and connections to advisors and investors, leading to significant increases in ecosystem value and company growth for clients.
research · 3
- Global Startup Ecosystem Research and Reporting Startup Ecosystem Research and AdvisoryAnnually publishes the Global Startup Ecosystem Report (GSER) and other specialized reports, analyzing data from over 5 million companies across more than 350 entrepreneurial ecosystems to track growth, identify trends, and provide insights on investment flows, emerging technologies like AI, and challenges for entrepreneurs worldwide. This includes in-depth assessments of specific ecosystems like Seoul, Istanbul, and Tokyo.
- Global Startup Ecosystem Research and Reporting Startup Ecosystem Research and AdvisoryAnnually publishes the Global Startup Ecosystem Report (GSER) and other specialized reports, analyzing data from over 5 million companies across more than 350 entrepreneurial ecosystems to track growth, identify trends, and provide insights on investment flows, challenges, and success factors for startups and ecosystems worldwide. This includes specific reports for cities like Melbourne, Istanbul, and Seoul, and thematic reports on AI policy and scaleup practices.
- Global Startup Ecosystem Research and Reporting Startup Ecosystem Research and AdvisoryAnnually publishes the Global Startup Ecosystem Report (GSER) and other specialized reports, analyzing data from over 5 million companies across more than 350 entrepreneurial ecosystems to track growth, identify trends, and provide insights on investment flows, challenges, and success factors for startups and ecosystems worldwide. This includes specific reports for cities like Melbourne, Istanbul, and Seoul, and thematic reports on AI and scaleup practices.
capacity building · 2
- Strategic Advisory and Capacity Building for Ecosystem Development Startup Ecosystem Research and AdvisoryProvides data-driven policy advice and strategic guidance to over 185 economic and innovation ministries and public/private agencies in more than 65 countries. This includes identifying best practices, developing mid- to long-term strategies, assessing policy effectiveness, and facilitating discussions to accelerate startup growth and innovation, as demonstrated by partnerships with Seoul and Tokyo Metropolitan Governments.
- Strategic Advisory and Capacity Building for Ecosystem Development Startup Ecosystem Research and AdvisoryProvides data-driven policy advice and strategic guidance to over 185 economic and innovation ministries and public/private agencies in more than 65 countries. This includes identifying best practices, assessing policy effectiveness, developing mid- to long-term strategies, and facilitating discussions to accelerate startup growth and innovation, as demonstrated by partnerships with the Seoul and Tokyo Metropolitan Governments.
strategies · 8
how they think
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- Data-Driven Ecosystem Development and Advisory data_driven_ecosystem_developmentSTARTUP GENOME uses data-driven insights, research, and analysis to understand, benchmark, and accelerate the growth of startup ecosystems globally. This approach informs strategic advisory services for governments and leaders, helping them optimize resources, align policy with opportunity, and foster sustainable economic vitality.
- Data-Driven Ecosystem Development and Advisory data_driven_ecosystem_developmentSTARTUP GENOME uses data-driven insights, research, and strategic advisory to accelerate startup ecosystem growth, optimize resources, unify stakeholders, and spur job growth, investment, and economic vitality. This approach involves extensive research, analysis of global startup data, benchmarking, and providing hands-on advisory to governments and leaders to design and implement entrepreneurial policies.
- Data-Driven Ecosystem Development and Benchmarking data-driven ecosystem developmentUses data-driven research, benchmarking, and analysis to evaluate and improve startup ecosystems by identifying success factors, measuring performance against global peers, and providing evidence-based policy recommendations.
- Data-Driven Strategic Advisory and Policy Design data-driven strategic advisoryProvides data-informed strategic advisory to governments and regions, using scenario modeling, sub-sector roadmaps, and policy frameworks like APEXE to guide entrepreneurial AI policy, attract investment, and stimulate job growth.
- Expert Network Engagement for Tailored Implementation expert network engagementLeverages a global network of senior experts and CEO Advisors—accomplished tech executives—to deliver hands-on support, strategy design, and on-the-ground implementation for startups and ecosystems.
- Global Network Engagement and Expert Support expert_network_engagementSTARTUP GENOME engages a global network of senior experts, ecosystem leaders, and accomplished technology executives to provide tailored expertise, one-on-one support, and connections to global ecosystems and markets. This facilitates strategy design, on-the-ground implementation, go-to-market strategies, fundraising, team building, and international expansion for startups and scaleups.
- Global Network and Expert Engagement for Scaleup Support expert_network_engagementSTARTUP GENOME leverages a global network of senior experts, CEO advisors, and ecosystem leaders to provide hands-on, bespoke support to high-growth companies. This includes tailored programs focusing on go-to-market strategies, fundraising, team building, international expansion, and leadership coaching, connecting companies to global ecosystems and markets.
- Scaleup Support Through Bespoke Founder Programs scaleup_supportSupports high-growth startups through tailored programs that provide go-to-market strategy, leadership coaching, access to global markets, and connections to investors and partners to accelerate international expansion.
named programs · 4
what they call their work
AI-Native Ecosystems Research
Analysis of AI-focused startup ecosystems, measuring funding concentration and policy implications.
APEXE Nations Report
Balanced scorecard for national innovation ministries to assess how effectively policies translate into tech entrepreneurship.
Global Startup Ecosystem Report (GSER)
Annual data-rich report ranking 350+ startup ecosystems globally, identifying top performers and emerging hubs.
Tech Ecosystem By the Numbers
Data-driven profiles of individual startup ecosystems including valuation, growth rates, and sector strengths.
relationships · 61
who they work with
- Aerosense Partner — A scaleup from Tokyo that participated in the Global Hypergrowth Tokyo program.
- Astana Hub Partner — Partnered to highlight Kazakhstan's startup ecosystem.
- Bangalore Bioinnovation Centre Partner — Partnered to augment Karnataka's startup ecosystem.
- BitBiome Partner — Scaleup supported by Startup Genome's Hypergrowth program for fundraising and network expansion.
- Builderbase Partner — Jens Ingelstedt, Founder, is a senior expert.
- Compagnia Di San Paolo Foundation Partner — Joined forces to grow Turin's startup ecosystem.
- Compagnia di San Paolo Partner — Partnership to communicate Turin's innovation ecosystem value proposition
- Cradle Fund Partner — Collaborates to support Malaysia's national startup ecosystem roadmap through data and strategy
- Córdoba Innovar y Emprender Agency Partner — Collaborates to position Córdoba as a leading startup destination in Latin America
- Dealroom Partner — Partnered with the Ministry of Economic Affairs, Industry, Climate Protection and Energy of the State of North Rhine-Westphalia on entrepreneurship.
- Endeavor Partner — Partnered to research the Detroit Region's entrepreneurial ecosystem.
- FDRE MInT Partner — Partnership to support startup empowerment and ecosystem development in Addis Ababa
- Fermenstation Partner — A scaleup from Tokyo that participated in the Global Hypergrowth Tokyo program and doubled its revenue during the program.
- Fermenstation Partner — Scaleup supported by Startup Genome's Hypergrowth program.
- Financial Times Partner — Held a joint event where Tokyo's Vice Governor highlighted the role of the Global Startup Ecosystem Report.
- Georgia's Innovation and Technology Agency Government — Partnered with the World Bank.
- Global Entrepreneurship Network Partner — Partnered on the 2022 Global Startup Ecosystem Report.
- Global Government Technology Centre Partner — Manuel Kilian, Managing Director, is a senior expert and strategist bridging government and tech ecosystems.
- Harvard Business School Partner — Josh Lerner, Professor, is a senior expert.
- Helical Fusion Partner — Fusion energy startup supported by Startup Genome's Hypergrowth program for U.S. expansion strategy.
- Hub71 Partner — Abu Dhabi, home to Hub71, partnered with Startup Genome.
- ISED Partner — Dan Herman, PhD, former Head of Canada’s Innovation Strategy, is a senior expert in innovation policy.
- Indiana Economic Development Corporation Government — Partnered to study the state's entrepreneurial sector.
- Innovacorp Partner — Partnered to strengthen Atlantic Canada's entrepreneurial opportunities.
- Intesa Sanpaolo Innovation Center Partner — Joined forces to grow Turin's startup ecosystem.
- Israel Innovation Authority Partner — Ziv Katzir, VP, Head of the National Plan for AI Infrastructure, is a senior expert.
- Istanbul Development Agency Partner — Collaborates to provide data and insights on Istanbul's startup ecosystem for policymaking
- Kerala Startup Mission Partner — Team up to promote Kerala Startups.
- LaunchVic Partner — Kate Cornick, CEO, is a senior expert.
- LaunchVic Partner — Partnered since 2018 to track Victoria's startup ecosystem growth and produce ecosystem reports
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