Description
IBA Ventures (Inclusive Business Accelerator) is a global online platform and network designed to support inclusive business entrepreneurs — founders whose ventures generate profitable impact for underserved and low‑income communities. Through the IBA platform, companies can create venture profiles, connect with mentorship, showcase investment opportunities, and engage with a global pool of investors interested in inclusive, high‑growth business models.
Eligibility
• Inclusive business ventures focused on sustainable impact in underserved or low‑income communities.
• Startups with defined products, business models, and market potential who want to connect to global investors and mentors.
• Teams ready to build a public pitch and fundraising profile.
Process
Register Venture Profile: Founders join the IBA platform and submit key business information (pitch, team, metrics, documents).
Mentorship Connection: Access to a global pool of business mentors who can offer guidance across finance, marketing, sales, HR, and legal areas — often free of charge.
Investor Engagement Tools: Use platform features to track fundraising progress, register campaigns, and attract investor interest.
Capital Introduction: Potential investors (Angels, VCs, social impact funds) can view profiles and engage with founders; deal terms are negotiated directly between founders and investors, not set by IBA.
What an Applicant can Obtain
✔ Online platform profile to present business, team, pitch materials, and traction.
✔ Access to free mentorship from international experts across key business domains.
✔ Investor network visibility spanning Angels, VCs, impact funds, and family offices with typical interest ranges from US$100K to ~$10M+.
✔ Fundraising tools and campaign support to refine and promote investment rounds.
✔ Increased exposure and network opportunities through features, newsletters, and platform engagement.