Early-Stage Investment Accelerator Association Graduates 1,000 from Entrepreneur Training

**Early-stage Investment Accelerator Association Achieves Remarkable Feat: Nurturing 1,000 Startup Accelerators Leading Innovation!** A significant event has concluded, where key talents—startup accelerators who will inject vitality into the Republic of Korea's startup ecosystem—gathered. The '19th Startup Accelerator Professional Training Program,' hosted by the Early-stage Investment Accelerator Association (hereafter, the Association), successfully concluded, achieving the remarkable milestone of 1,000 cumulative graduates. This not only underscores the escalating need for accelerators equipped with professional capabilities to drive successful growth in the rapidly evolving early-stage startup market but also highlights the Association's pioneering efforts. This program transcends mere education. As an official training course designated by the Ministry of SMEs and Startups in accordance with Article 13 of the "Act on the Promotion of Venture Investment," participants gain in-depth knowledge and practical know-how in investment and incubation over a total of 50 hours. Ultimately, it aims to cultivate startup accelerators equipped with the investment and incubation capabilities to identify the potential of startups and guide them towards successful businesses. The curriculum focuses on practical skill enhancement, encompassing all aspects of the early-stage startup ecosystem. The core competencies required of startup accelerators are comprehensively covered, including: ▲ Understanding the Venture Investment Ecosystem and Utilizing Fund of Funds ▲ Analysis of Attractive Startup Business Models and Establishment of Effective Growth Support Strategies ▲ Formation of Investment Funds and Successful Operation Methods ▲ Wise Investment and Successful EXIT Strategies ▲ Differentiated Accelerating and Incubation Strategies ▲ Accurate Company Valuation and Financial Analysis Techniques ▲ Practical Investment Contract Drafting and Investment Review Report Writing ▲ Analysis of Latest Industry Trends, etc. Individuals who successfully complete this program acquire special qualifications. They are granted the legal authority to officially operate as 'Registered Startup Accelerators,' capable of selecting early-stage founders, executing investments, and providing professional incubation. Furthermore, they secure the legal framework to directly form and efficiently manage investment funds, enabling them to establish themselves as key drivers of startup growth. Marking its fifth year since its inaugural launch in 2021, this training program has consistently received positive feedback and high satisfaction from participants. Jeon Hwa-sung, President of the Early-stage Investment Accelerator Association, personally participates in each training session, emphasizing, "In the rapidly evolving early-stage startup ecosystem, accelerators are more than mere facilitators; they are crucial partners who drive success and growth." He further expressed his firm commitment, stating, "We will continuously enhance and develop the curriculum to ensure that newly emerging professional startup accelerators can demonstrate their utmost capabilities in the field." Moving forward, the Early-stage Investment Accelerator Association will continue to nurture startup accelerators through innovative educational programs, serving as a robust pillar for the Republic of Korea's startup ecosystem and contributing to the emergence and growth of innovative companies that will drive the future economy.