Startup Pre-Accelerator

 

“An idea makes up about 1% of the whole process – the remaining 99% is execution.”
Sten Saar, Founder and CEO of Zego

 

The Tehnopol Startup Pre-Accelerator is a four-day hands-on programme designed for founders with an early-stage technology idea who want to take their first well-considered steps into entrepreneurship.

 

The programme helps you validate your idea, assess its business potential, and move towards a clear business model and an MVP or prototype with the support of experienced mentors. The focus is on practical work, clarity, and informed decision-making – not inspiration alone.

 

The pre-accelerator is designed for:
• solo founders and early-stage teams in the idea phase
• early-stage startups that are not yet ready for a full accelerator
• entrepreneurs looking to test a new product, service, or business model

 

Previous entrepreneurial experience or a ready-made product is not required, but participation requires a technology-based idea and a strong commitment to intensive work on developing it.

 

During the four-day pre-accelerator (9–12 March 2026), participants will cover the key topics required to launch a startup and prepare for the next growth stage.

 

AGENDA
Day 1, March 9th – Idea, problem and investor perspective

Day 2, March 10th – Business model, marketing, finance and pitch

Day 3, March 11th – Independent work

Day 4, March 12th – Pitching and feedback

 

By the end of the pre-accelerator, participants will have a validated and clearly defined business focus, a solid understanding of the market and competition, and an initial MVP or prototype concept, along with readiness to move to the next development stage.

 

The strongest team will have the opportunity to advance directly to the Tehnopol Startup Incubator’s main accelerator selection panel.

 

Join the pre-accelerator and turn your idea into a functioning startup! Register here. 

 

The programme will be held in English or Estonian, depending on the group’s preference.

 

For more information, please contact Community Manager Kätlin-Carolin Noormägi at katlin@tehnopol.ee.