Accredited Mentor Partners

Under the Startup SG Founder “Start” Track, Enterprise Singapore has conducted 4 Call-for-Partnerships to appoint Startup SG Founder Accredited Mentor Partners (AMPs).

AMPs are selected based on the strength of their incubation and management team, programme quality and operational sustainability. This would include the AMP's track record in grooming startups, the overall quality of mentors as well as their access to markets and funding.

AMPs may take up equity in the startup. Startups interested in applying for the Startup SG Founder grant should approach AMPs with their business plan, and to find out more details on their equity terms.

The AMPs are:

Accredited Mentor Partner *Click to connect and find out more about the companies	Sector Focus	Services offered in kind
AgFunder Rocket Seeder	AgTech, FoodTech	Business development, including overseas market expansion Masterclasses and workshops on key topics including product strategy, human-centered design, digital marketing, and fundraising Co-working/ incubation space Mentorship Access to business and funding networks Fast-track to GROW Accelerator Programs
Antler	ICT, B2B and B2C Software, FinTech, HealthTech, Gaming, Robotics, Manufacturing, HR, PropTech etc.	Global early-stage VC firm that builds and invests in groundbreaking technology companies.
A*Star Research Entities (ARES)	Deep Technology in the areas of:   Medical technology, including medical devices, therapeutics and digital health Biotechnology Advanced manufacturing including robotics Electronics Data system, including IOT Digital Technology, including AI and analytics	A Not-For-Profit Platform for the Entrepreneur to validate their business idea, hone business critical skills and to engage with the right resource(s) for their startup journey. Mentorship and X-in-Residence Technology development with inputs from A*STAR research institutes Business development, including overseas market expansion Legal and IP support and strategies Clinical network and regulatory road mapping Financial forecasting and planning Fund raising network and support, including residence partners Marketing communications and publicity Facilities in Blk 79, Ayer Rajah Crescent, including wet-lab, hardware prototyping lab, event space and office space.
Big Idea Ventures Asia	Plant-based Food/Cell-based Meat
Budding Innovations	Health Tech, Lifestyle Tech, Food, Nutrition, Diagnostics, MedTech, CleanTech, Advanced Materials	Talent Development Workspace embedded with business and tech experts Market access Developer access Funding strategy support Application development and Go-to-Market advice Lab space access Prototyping expertise
BWG Academy	Sector agnostic	A Not-For-Profit Platform for the Entrepreneur to validate their business idea, hone business critical skills and to engage with the right resource(s) for their startup journey.  Evaluation & Assessment "Parking Lots" Mentoring Business Skills 101 MVP Project Funding Networking Events Follow-on Incubation Programs
Cocoon Capital	Sector agnostic
Decacorn Partners	Sector agnostic
DeClout Investments	Smart City Innovations, Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence, Smart Logistics, Fintech, and Cybersecurity	Mentorship Access to business and funding networks (including our corporate venture capital arm)
Eight Mercatus	Sector agnostic with focus on businesses which can benefit from Robotics, AI, IOT	Co-working/incubation space Mentorship Business support functions (incorporation, legal, patents registration etc) AI strategy, development and planning Access to business and funding networks
Entrepreneur First	Deep Tech	Structured mentorship and advisory support Entrepreneurs-in-Residence Venture Partners Co-working/Incubation Space Access to business and funding networks Access to additional partnership benefits
EthAum Venture Partners	Deep Tech (AI/ ML, Robotics, IoT, Blockchain, Enterprise Solutions, MedTech, CyberSecurity etc)	Business Development Customer Acquisition Fund-Raising Mentorship Co-Founding 1-Year Incubation
F10 FinTech Incubator & Accelerator	FinTech, RegTech, InsurTech	Structured program with dedicated coach, mentoring, co-working space, SGD 20'000, access to corporate mentors, access to developer portal on F10 Sandbox
Farquhar VC	Industry 4.0, FoodTech, Digital Media	Mentorship & Coaching General advice on corporate secretarial, accounting, legal matters, funding strategy, market expansion Networking Workshop, seminars, business clinics Co-working/office space
First Stop Company: Startup-O	Consumer Tech, A.I., IOT, Fintech, Med Tech, SaaS	Pitch Training Legal Assistance Web Hosting Services Digital Marketing Training Video Animation Rapid Prototyping Developer Resources Voice Coaching Mentoring Idea Assessment
Focustech Ventures	AI, IoT, Digital Health, Wearable Tech	Venture creation and development with focus on: Smart capital Business guidance Strategic connections
Hashed.Labs	Blockchain, Distributed Ledger Technology, Decentralised Applications	Mentoring and advisory across business operations, growth, scaling and solution development. Business matching with enterprises to pilot and solve real-world problem statements. Global industry connectivity to work alongside 400+ partners across 30+ cities. Growth assistance, including overseas market expansion, global business development and roadshows. Up to USD50,000 worth of business benefits (cloud hosting credits, corporate discounts, development rewards etc). Digital marketing, communications and PR services. Comprehensive business admin support (incorporation, accounting, legal, licensing etc). Fundraising from our investor network or from our investment fund. No equity taken under Startup SG Founder Grant.
IES-INCA Company: The Institution of Engineers, Singapore Incubator & Accelerator	DeepTech incorporating Hardware or Hardware/Software Integration Ventures in the areas of: a. Infrastructure Technology b. Internet of Things in Industrial or Smart City solutions c. Robotics / Automation d. Cleantech / Sustainability	Venture Building Support through:  a. Mentoring b. Business Planning c. Business Advisory d. Link to IES Network
Imagine H2O	Water	Water startup decision making and mentorship, customer and investor access, industry visibility
ImpacTech	Sector agnostic	Mentorship Business consulting Funding networks Global expansion via ImpacTech network and regional operations Priority access to ImpacTech programmes Grant advisory General advice on company formation and legal matters AWS credits Access to ImpacTech network of investors, corporates and experts
INNOVATE 360 Incubator  Company: Cheng Yew Heng Candy Factory	Food and related Manufacturing & Technology	Singapore’s first food manufacturing Incubator Co-working Co-sharing Industry Mentors Affiliate Partners Leverage on Cheng Yew Heng’s strengths to be successful Part of Sino-Singapore Innovation Alliance
Innosparks Company: ST Engineering	Smart Cities (with focus on Security & Management, Energy & Environment, Mobility & Transport) and Healthcare	Mentorship-in-kind Engineering Access to prototyping lab Co-working space AWS credits Access to business network
Institute of Technical Education	Digital Technology (IT, IoT) Semiconductor and Materials Advanced manufacturing and Robotics Product development	Co-working/ Incubation space Business and funding networks Prototyping facility Technology mentorship Industry Training Event management IP Consultation
Louken Group	Artificial Intelligence, E-commerce, social media, retail & F&B related technologies	Mentorship and support Access to Business and funding networks Business & IP clinic Back office functions (Accounting, Liaison with Corporate Secretary, Human Resource, and other administrative matters)
LongHash	Blockchain	Mentorship Networking Opportunities Investor Outreach Events & Workshops Discounted Marketing Support Discounted Technical Support Free Credits (AWS & Google Cloud)
Mencast Innovation Centre	Energy Technology, Life and Agricultural Science, Nano Technology, Industrial Information Technology.	Mentorship and support Access to Business and funding networks Back office functions (Accounting, Liaison with Corporate Secretary, Human Resource, and other administrative matters) Office Space, Waterfront, Engineer, Machining workshop Access to Houston Technological Center Asia
Millennia-VFT Ventures	Water, environment, renewable energy, urban mobility, agri-tech	Incubation & lab facilities Customer, partner and investor outreach
Mistletoe	New City Design, Permaculture, Token Economy, Life-long, Learning, Preventive healthcare and Sustainability	Mentorship Co-founding Startup-ecosystem building
National University of Singapore	IoT, Deep Tech, AI, fintech, hardware, software	Mentorship General advice on corporate secretarial, accounting, legal matters Networking Workshop, seminars, business clinics
NTUitive	Advanced manufacturing and engineering, health and biomedical sciences, urban solutions and sustainability, services and digital economy	Business Mentorship Grant Advisory Legal Clinic Publicity Support Event Support Market Access Support
Origgin	Deep Tech	Mentorship Market access Business matching with enterprises Funding networks
Pollinate	General Tech	Led by Ngee Ann Polytechnic, the consortium comprises members including Singapore Polytechnic and Temasek Polytechnic, and will support startups through Pollinate, a joint Polytechnic Incubator Initiative. Talent Support Mentorship Overseas Support (wherever possible) Networking Seminars & Workshops
Quest Ventures	Digital commerce	Please visit the Quest Ventures website to view the full list of Quest Family Benefits.
Ravel Innovation	Tech-focused in all sectors (except Biomedical)	Business check-ins Connections to relevant mentors, partners and investors Access to Perks & Benefits Access to co-working space in our Innnovation Campus in town
Rekanext	Cybersecurity, Deep Tech, Enterprise Software, Smart City Application	Mentorship and support Technology development Go to market support
SIFOOD	FoodTech, AgriTech, CleanTech, Healthcare	Mentorship and guidance from managing partners with decades of relevant experience Business development advisory Access to broad international network across multiple industries e.g. MNC’s, government agencies, research institutions Market access support and platforms to pitch to potential investors and customers
Silicon Solution Partners	Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering
Singapore University of Social Sciences Entrepreneurship	Sector agnostic, Impact-driven businesses preferred	Mentoring Sessions Entrepreneur-in-Residence Startup workshops Support to connect and co-work at Overseas Startup Incubators/Partners Support to attend industry Events and Exhibitions Facilitated access to startup talents, SUSS interns, and professorial support from SUSS Demo Day Access to Investors Network Invitation to Networking Events
Singtel Future Makers	Social and Environmental Impact	Competency workshops Mentoring & coaching Community events and networking Partner network Possible regional collaboration and business access for relevant start-ups
SMU Institute of Innovation & Entrepreneurship (IIE)	Fintech, Cyber Security, Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence, Smart City Innovations, Transportation and Logistics	Downtown Co-working Space at SMU Professional Services and Resources Support e.g. Legal, Accounting, Cloud Hosting Mentor Office Hours Entrepreneur-in-Residence Founders’ Masterclass Series Support to participate in Overseas Startup Competitions Support to attend industry Events and Exhibitions Facilitated access to startup talents, SMU interns, and professorial support from SMU Demo Day Access to Investors Network Invitation to Networking Events Startup Events
Spaze Ventures	Financial Services/ FinTech, Healthcare, Education, e-commerce, Logistics, Big Data, Enterprise Solutions, IoT	AWS credits Google Cloud Platform (GCP and Firebase credits) Braintree (preferential rates for Spaze portfolio) Ambition (hiring / talent acquisition) (preferential rates for Spaze portfolio) Discounts / Perks from Corporate Partners (for Spaze portfolio) Company incorporation Digital marketing services Accounting
StartupX	Sector agnostic	Mentorship Partner benefits General advice on corporate secretarial, accounting, legal matters Invites to networking sessions Invites to masterclasses Opportunities to pilot with supporting partners and their end users
STRIVE	Sector agnostic
Techstars	Social messaging technologies, with a focus on the Viber application	Access to Techstars’ global network of founders, mentors, investors, community leaders and expertise Access to expertise, network and opportunities provided by Rakuten and Viber
The Asia Accelerator (Accelerating Asia)	Sector agnostic	Dedicated 1-1 Entrepreneur in Residence sessions Masterclasses and workshops on key topics including capital raising, product and growth Become a member of Accelerating Asia's international founder community Access to the region's top mentors Connections to active investors and exposure to top VCs Perks from Accelerating Asia partners including AWS, Stripe and Hubspot
Trendlines Agrifood Innovation Centre	FoodTech
WeWork Singapore	Sector agnostic	Equity Free 0% Workspace: Desk in WeWork Labs Office Hours: Labs managers will review and help align your goals, area of interests, project growth stage and expectations 1:1 Mentoring: Our EIRs provide dedicated mentorship, build valuable relationships, and provide direct feedback to help you grow your business Bi-Weekly Pitch Practice Project Milestone Review Community: Join one of the largest community of entrepreneurs across the world

 

Last updated: 10 May 2021

SOURCE: Startup SG