Startup Launchpad 2025

Where bold ideas become business success

Are you building your business in Curaçao?

Whether you work in tourism, tech, wellness, education, or sustainable innovation, this is your chance to grow your startup.

Are you ready to grow beyond our borders?

The Startup Launchpad 2025 is a six-month accelerator program by CITI, designed to turn high-potential startups into growth-ready businesses that will diversify Curaçao’s economy.

We’re looking for entrepreneurs and business owners in the high-opportunity sectors above.

As always, the accelerator program offers:

• Individual and group coaching
• Vouchers for support
• Knowledge sharing
• Pitch competitions
• A hands-on Business Model Canvas, pitch deck, and growth plan for your business
• Access to a network of experts and professionals that can help your business reach the next level

Round 1: Open to anyone who wants to improve their business and digital skills

Round 2: Apply for a spot in group coaching and work on growing your business

Round 3: Reach the finals for a chance at more than XCG 10,000 in vouchers and tailor-made coaching

Startup Warmup workshops

Startup Warmup is a series of hands-on workshops designed to prepare you for the Startup Launchpad program. Whether you’re still shaping your idea or ready to grow, these sessions cover essential topics like business models, budgeting, legal basics, and digital tools.

Learn from experts.

Connect with other future founders.

Build confidence before you launch.

Fee: XCG 25 per workshop

If you have any questions, contact us at info@citi.cw or send a WhatsApp message to +599 9 738 6299. The 8th edition of the Startup Launchpad program is made possible by the Ministry of Economic Development, with the support of Gamma IT and Guardian Group.

Together with the Ministry of Economic Development (MEO), we have been hard at work redesigning the Startup Launchpad to make the 8th edition even better!