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NYC'S
STARTUP
SCHOOL
EST. 2016
7 Years of Accelerating
Since 2016 our founder-focused program has scaled hundreds of startups with a focus on empowering underserved communities. Today, 7 years after launching, we are proud to be recognized by countless organizations for being the most cost-effective startup program for U.S Market Entry.
+ Named #1 cost-effective NYC startup program for U.S Market entry
+ Raised $10M+ for startups with 30% of founders raising capital in 90 days
+ Vast network of NYC leaders and alumni in 25 countries
"Love what these
guys are doing."
-Chairman, New York Angels
"We came from Australia and it's been invaluable for us."
-Co-Founder, Tiltsta
"An incredible resource for New York Startups"-
-President, Manhattan Chamber
of Commerce
"2020 Startups helped us raise $100k within 90 days."
-Founder, Stringflix
"2020 Startups is a no-brainer for international startups looking to enter the U.S market"
-Hanan Brand, Co-Founder,
Cornerstone Ventures
(Venture Capitalist)
"It was a pleasure speaking to this amazing group of diverse startup founders. "
-Oliver Mitchell,
ff Venture Capital
(Venture Capitalist)
"Such an extraordinary
group of talented people, I'm inspired every time."
-Lucy Norris, TV Host,
Karma Network
"Highly recommend 2020 for founders looking for opportunities and guidance. "
-Omer Golan,
CEO, Outernets
(Exited in 2023)
"2020 Startups and Mark Gold always host the best events. Looking forward to the next one! "
-Katie Weiss, Chloe Capital
(Venture Capitalist)
"2020 Startups is an incredible organization where I met and mentor diverse founders from Australia, Singapore, Moldova, England, Israel and from the United States."
-Rhonda Binda
"I was part of the Q4 cohort of 2020 Startups and had enormous results like getting more clients and investors."
-Gabriela Ponce,
CEO, 3D 2BUILD
"2020 got me into Huff Post and my first Airport Pilot."
-Founder, Ment
"I will forever be grateful to 2020 Startups for giving me the guidance and support in my early-stage days."
-Co-Founder, Vikram Chopra,
Shabodi
(Raised $15M Series A in 2023)
"Mark and Keith were instrumental in helping us close the $1.1M raise within the first 2 months."
-Co-Founder, Park and Diamond, Jordan Klein
(Raised $1.1M Seed Round 2017)
"Grateful for the insight and introductions that the 2020 Startups provided us."
-Co-Founder, Alice Chun,
Solight
(Global Innovator)
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