Aichi Austin Innovation Kickstart Program

Aichi Prefecture, Japan

Established in 2018 and funded by Aichi Prefecture, Japan, in partnership with Deloitte Tohmatsu, the Global Innovation Lab works with local economic development officials to assess and recommend strategies for building a more robust startup ecosystem. The program provides training and program implementation to increase participation, engagement, and business impact in the startup ecosystem in Aichi Prefecture.

Elements of the program include startup business development, entrepreneurship training, and advising on incubator development.

Companies are selected and qualified through initial assessment, and global business development activities are supported through: 

• Identification of potential market opportunities
• Identification and assistance in addressing market challenges
• Development of leads to potential customers, partners or investors
• Coaching in pitching, presenting, and negotiating
• Assistance in strategy development and re-development
• Facilitation of international business engagements 

Upon completing the program, companies receive detailed business development results and opportunities, which they can leverage to further align with and achieve their business objectives.