EXPAND IN THE GREATER BAY AREA!
The “BEAst” in Qianhai is a 12-month Accelerator Program organized by Bank of East Asia (China) Limited (BEA China) and powered by HKAI Lab designed to help startups scale across the Greater Bay Area. Startups participating in the program with matching products or solutions will be equipped with proof of concept (PoC) solutions in the BEA China ecosystem. We focus on the cutting-edge fields of technology and empowering startups to develop and commercialize their inventions and technologies. We aim to foster innovation and accelerate technology talents communication between Hong Kong and Shenzhen.
The program can provide a supportive and collaborative environment for startups to grow and develop. It provides startups with a unique opportunity to take advantage of the large and growing market, diverse talent pool, and favorable business environment in Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area region.
The program can provide a supportive and collaborative environment for startups to grow and develop. It provides startups with a unique opportunity to take advantage of the large and growing market, diverse talent pool, and favorable business environment in Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area region.
Why“BEAst”
in Qianhai ?
in Qianhai ?
Access to expert
guidance
guidance
Startups who join the program can benefit from the guidance of advisor and domain experts who can help provide valuable insights and advice..
Unparalleled
network
network
We will bring together a diverse group of individuals, enterprises and government bodies, providing startups with opportunities to make new connections and build relationships with potential partners, investors, or customers.
Increased visibility
and exposure
and exposure
You can increase the visibility and exposure of an enterprise or individual, leading to new opportunities for growth and development.
Access to resources
and support
and support
We provide access to resources such as funding opportunity, company registration supported by Qianhai Management Bureau, cloud credits, GPU-equipped high-performance computers and technology consultation and support, PoC opportunity, dataset and market validation, which can help startups scale more quickly and effectively.
Improved skills and
knowledge
knowledge
Through various workshops and sharing sessions, we can help you to develop new skills, gain knowledge, and improve overall competitiveness.
Twin Hubs Support
(Core activities should be R&D related)
(Core activities should be R&D related)
We provide free office spaces in both Hong Kong and Qianhai
Application Eligibility
• Obtain Hong Kong Business Registration (HKBR) within 3 months
• Must be currently at least two full time staff in the Program Applicant
• Must be currently at least two full time staff in the Program Applicant
Remarks:
Your application may be accepted even if your business legal entity has not yet been registered at the time of submission. However, if you are selected to the Accelerator Program, you must complete the business registration before the program begins.
Your application may be accepted even if your business legal entity has not yet been registered at the time of submission. However, if you are selected to the Accelerator Program, you must complete the business registration before the program begins.
Selection Criteria
Our Selection Panel screens applications for the Accelerator Program based on the following criteria:
• Innovation Quotient
• Depth of research and development
• Viability of your business plan
• Competence of the founding team
• Priority consideration for FinTech applicants
• Innovation Quotient
• Depth of research and development
• Viability of your business plan
• Competence of the founding team
• Priority consideration for FinTech applicants
Application Procedure
1. ONLINE APPLICATION
Submit the online application form with the business plan and required supporting documents
2. ASSESSMENT BY SELECTION PANEL
Paper assessment by Selection Panel based on the application materials received.
3. INTERVIEW BY SELECTION PANEL
Shortlisted applicants will undergo an interview process with the Selection Panel.
4. ORIENTATION
Selected applicants will be contacted to attend the Orientation.
Tips
Tips
“BEAst”in Qianhai ACCELERATOR PROGRAM
- Solid business plan e.g. business model, product or service description, product development plan / schedule, market assessment & potential, marketing/ sales strategy
- Strong execution of the team includes technical or business background, and entrepreneurial history (if any)
- Background knowledge and R&D capability e.g. technical expertise, innovation and patent
- Latest technical and business achievement by the team
Deadline of Application 01/09/2023
