Market Access Programme
Market Access Programme
ACE Market Access Programme
A leading programme to help startups internationalise and expand beyond the local market
ACE Market Access Programme
is a 5-day programme
to help startups land globally
The Programme
The ACE Market Access Programme is your fast track to advisors, experts and investors who can help with your international expansion.
Immerse in startup ecosystem hubs to gain deep insights and make valuable connections.
Assess Your Business & Target Market
Understand your target market and having a clear go-to-market strategy are keys for successful market expansion
Business Model Advisory
To support localisation of your business model to address the needs of the target market
Market Access Advisory
To provide your startup with a structured framework for market access
MRA Consultancy
Receive dedicated support to apply for Market Readiness Assistance (MRA) grant to defray your overseas expansion
Tax & Compliance Advisory
To address potential tax and compliance needs when expanding into an overseas market
Startup
Mentorship
Learn and obtain feedback from experienced and successful startups that landed globally
Legal
Advisory
1-1 legal consultations to address legal queries on internationalisation matters
Connect With Relevant Organisations & Investors
Targeted business matching to drive leads and potential deal flows for your startup
Networking Opportunities
Tap onto ACE's vast networks to secure meetings with Corporates and potential customers
Corporate Exchange
Be connected with Corporates and SMEs looking to adopt innovative solutions from startups to transform their businesses
Pitch Day
Get ready to pitch to our global network of angel investors and venture capitalists for funding opportunities
Company Visits
Be connected to key stakeholders in the startup ecosystem (e.g. corporate, investors, incubators, accelerators, governments)
Embark On Your Expansion Journey
Don't know which market to kickstart your market expansion journey?
Start from our series of Market Insights Workshops to understand opportunties ahead.
Market Insights
Sharing by country and market experts on business landscape and ways of market entry in various
overseas markets
Virtual Immersion
Participate in a 3-day virtual immersion trip to sense the overseas market to aid in your selection of city to expand into.
Benefits
- Gain Country Insights & Dedicated Business Guidance
- Connect to Relevant Organisations & Investors
- ZERO Equity taken
Access Programme Details
Duration
Typically 5 Days
Intake Period
April, July, November
Eligibility Criteria
- Open to startups from all sectors
- Startups should have a ready product or service and gained traction in the local market
Upcoming programmes
- Malaysia
- Jordan
- Taiwan
& much more
Timeline
Application Process
1Call for Application
2Close of Application
3Notification of Selected Startups
4Start of Programme
5End of Programme
ACE your location
Still Deciding where?
Come and have a conversation with us to help you decide.
Ready to Expand into Overseas Markets?
FAQs
Applications
Qn: What happens after I submit my application?
Ans: Startups are evaluated on a rolling basis. Selected startups will be notified on their successful application for the programme.
Qn: What type of startups are ACE looking for?
Ans: We are looking for startups that have a ready product and solution, and have gained traction in the local market. The programme supports startups across all industries and sectors. Startups should ideally be looking to expand into the Asia market.
Programme
Qn: What is the commitment required from startups?
Ans: Startups are required to be based in ACE International Centre and related locations during the programme duration. Free time will be allocated for startups to schedule meetings and to work on their business model.
Qn: May I have the schedule for the programme?
Ans: An outline of the programme is available on the website. The daily schedule will be made available to confirmed startups during the programme orientation.
Administrative Matters
Qn: Do I need to apply for a visa to participate in the programme?
Ans: Local Startups do not need to apply for a visa to participate, as long as they comply with Singapore immigration and visa regulations here.
Qn: Are flights and accommodations covered?
Ans: Startups are required to arrange for their own flights and accommodations. The amount payable to ACE covers only the programme cost.
Foreign Startups
Qn: Do I need to apply for a visa to participate in the Singapore programme?
Ans: Startups do need to check and apply for a visa to enter Singapore, complying with Singapore immigration and visa regulations here.
Qn: Where do I setup office here in Singapore?
Ans: ACE will be able to provide temporary co-working space arrangements in Singapore. Speak with us to find out more.
Past Participants
NEWSJELLY
Korea
Our goal here was to find a reseller or a partner company, and it was good to have a lot of companies here. We also had a mini-seminar during the programme, and ACE had invited many people and helped us publicise the seminar successfully. Personally, this seminar has been a great help in identifying potential markets for our business and finding potential customers.
- Jinah Park, Manager
anect Inc
Japan
I highly recommend ACE Market Access Programme. I was able to gain a lot of knowledge and make connections with Southeast Asian partners through the programme.
- Ichiro Kimura, President & CEO
Let Shine
Korea
ACE has been very supportive for me to renew and localise the business model to fit Singapore and Southeast Asia Market. The programme has also helped me reached out to relevant people to find potential business partners.
- Hanna Ma, Founder
StyleUp
Taiwan
Best channel to learn about Singapore and Southeast Asia Accelerators!
- Irene Sung, Founder
Contact Us
Connect with us today!
Email: Alan.yuen@ace.sg, Gretel.chee@ace.sg
ACE Office: 67 Ayer Rajah Crescent #04-16
LaunchPad @ one-north
Singapore 139950
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