AI4Health.Cro, a non-profit public-private aggregation of experts in the field of AI, healthcare, and startups, is inviting all ambitious startups and development teams who aspire to enhance their business and attract investments to join their intensive three-month AI4Health.Cro Ready4Investment Program!

Important to note is that the applications are open until 30 November 2023 and you can apply here.

This initiative is part of the European Digital Innovation Hub and is designed to equip startups and development teams with the knowledge and skills necessary to draw investments and accelerate business growth.

The Program Basics

Through a series of meticulously crafted modules and under the guidance of experienced mentors, you will gain access to resources that will transform your business ideas into tangible strategies and actions.

What’s in it for you?

• A rigorous three-month program led by seasoned mentors.
• Three pivotal modules to develop your entrepreneurial knowledge and skills.
• Exclusive podcasts and 2 hours of one-on-one consultations with mentors.
• An on-site Bootcamp in February 2024, where you’ll pitch your project to investors.

The best part? All expenses are covered! Once selected, all program costs are funded by the European Union’s Digital Europe Program and the National Recovery and Resilience Plan of the Republic of Croatia, thanks to EDIH funding.

The Program Setup

The entire program takes place through three basic modules:

• Module 1 – Entrepreneurship Foundations: introduction to entrepreneurship and basics of starting your own company; finding financial resources for your project; applying the Jobs To Be Done methodology to your business idea; research calls to customers to define Customer Persona and Customer Journey; calculating the Opportunity Score
• Module 2 – Market Research and Business Model: training in market, competition, and trend analysis; developing a Value Proposition for your idea; creating the first version of your business model; crafting a Business Model Canvas for your project
• Module 3 – Financial Projection and Pitching: identifying common financial planning mistakes and how to avoid them; developing an effective investor pitch; practical exercises and presentation preparation

There is also additional content to the program:

• podcasts
• access to various topics including social impact, budget marketing, post-investment challenges, conflict resolution, and banking assistance
• mentorship – an opportunity for 2 hours of individual consultations with selected mentors
• working on business development strategy and investment gathering

The entire program wraps up with a three-day boot camp planned for February 2024, where you can present your pitch to investors.

If you are passionate about developing your startup and ready to work hard to achieve success, this is the right opportunity for you!

Startups, don’t miss it – apply until November 30 and grow your knowledge, skills, and business!