The German Silicon Valley Accelerator (GSVA) is a private initiative financially supported by the German Federal Ministry of Economics and Technology (BMWi) and private sponsors, partners and donors.
Vision
To establish a permanent bridge between Germany and Silicon Valley that facilitates transatlantic startups, provides inspiration and drives demand, innovation, research and development in Germany. It enables German startups to evolve into global corporations with lasting competitiveness and success in international markets.
Mission
To accelerate the growth of German IT and Communication startups and to develop them into internationally recognized and successful ventures by providing an understanding of the Silicon Valley startup culture and access to U.S. market and financing opportunities.
“We are excited to support the most promising German startups by enabling them to benefit from the unique opportunities here in Silicon Valley. Providing them with access to the experience and know how and exposing them to this highly competitive environment accelerates their growth and increases the chances for lasting success”
- Dirk Kanngiesser, CEO, German Silicon Valley Accelerator Inc.
To learn more about the people behind GSVA, please visit the Team section here.
To inquire about partner- and sponsorship opportunities contact us here.