Name: Facebook London Accelerator, LDN_LAB
Start: 2018-09-02T23:59:00-04:00
End: 2018-09-09T02:59:00-04:00
Location: Facebook

We're inviting tech startups to join us at Facebook.

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Welcome

Welcome to Facebook Accelerator London, at LDN_LAB. We run a 12 week programme to support talented startups who are building technology to create impact at scale.

LDN_LAB is a dedicated space for startups, located in our London Rathbone office. We leverage the knowledge and experience within Facebook to support the most impactful technology startups across the UK, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East.

For this programme we are especially interested in those on a mission to expand digital connectivity around the globe.

Applications are open

We are looking for companies that are harnessing the power of technology to have a transformative impact on the world.

We welcome startups across all impact themes and particularly favour those working to improve digital connectivity barriers. We will have special provisions in place for connectivity startups that are not based in the UK.

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What we offer

Mentorship

Our pool of employees act as specialised mentors. They include product managers, data scientists, marketers, recruitment specialists, engineers, entrepreneurs and industry experts.

Training & Workshops

We will run 3 bootcamps in London, which include practical workshops in product, engineering, growth, and impact. Startups working to improve digital connectivity will receive travel sponsorship.

Office Space

Free office space at LDN_LAB, based in the heart of our Facebook office.

Facebook Products and Technologies

We have a family of products and technologies geared to help your business grow, and we have deep expertise in connectivity technology.

Community and Connections

Become a part of a vibrant startup and developer community. Access our rich network of global operators, industry and government partners.

Partners

We’ve partnered with world-class organisations to bring you the best network and advice. This includes Facebook Connectivity, our division for improving internet connectivity, and Founders Intelligence, a global network of leading tech entrepreneurs and investors.

We're looking for ambitious startups who

Use pioneering technology to create positive impact on the world

Have a skilled and focused team in place

Demonstrate progress in product, growth and revenue

are interested in learning how to scale their business through Facebook

We welcome applications across the UK, Europe, Middle East and Africa. We can accommodate remote participation; however, we require all startups in the programme to attend 2 - 3 bootcamps in London.

Impact

At Facebook, we’re driven by building new experiences that meaningfully improve people's lives today and set the stage for even bigger improvements in the future. We can’t do this alone. We’re looking for startups building technology to create positive impact at scale.

FOCUS ON CONNECTIVITY

For this programme, we’re issuing a special call to those working to improve internet connectivity. To help bring people online to a faster internet, Facebook Connectivity is dedicating resources to help startups who are building solutions to longstanding connectivity barriers, such as;

Availability

A significant percentage of the world lack the infrastructure available to access the internet, and get online

Affordability

Even with internet coverage, a large part of the population are unable to afford data and/or devices

Relevance

we know there's a significant struggle for many to find or become aware of content on the internet that is relevant.

Readiness

There’s a lack sufficient digital literacy to engage online, and we’re eager to solve this.

Please note: we still welcome applications from startups creating impact outside of the connectivity theme.

Why Facebook?

It's our priority to keep building our business by supporting the millions of businesses that rely on our services to grow. By supporting impactful startups, we make more impact toward our own mission, deepen our understanding of local challenges startups are working tirelessly to solve, and grow our network of future partners.

We provide equity-free support in return for helping us achieve these goals.

Our greatest strength is our people. We can offer you unrivalled access to Facebook’s technical and business gurus. Our mentors include previous CEOs, successful startup founders, and technology experts with 20+ years of experience. Here's a few examples of our mentors:

Cyrus Akrami

Head of EMEA Marketing

Sarah Verstraete Auteri

Executive Coach

Javier Cardona

Engineering Manager

Neeraj Bhatia

Product Manager

Pancham Gajjar

Product Marketing Manager

Pushpendra Singh

Digital connectivity

Key Dates

Applications

Wednesday 18 September - Friday 18th October at midnight.

We will review and select startups for interviews on a rolling basis, and strongly encourage early applications.

Interviews

Monday 28th October - Friday 1st November

Programme Dates

Part 1: Monday 18th November - Friday 13th December

Part 2: Monday 6th January - Friday 28th February

You will need to be available for our bootcamps at LDN_LAB on the following dates;

Bootcamp 1 : 18th – 22nd November
Bootcamp 2: 6th – 10th January
Bootcamp 3: 24th – 28th February

If you have any questions, please email ldn_lab@fb.com

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