IAPS
Overview
Established in 2013, IAPS (Center of Industry Accelerator and Patent Strategy) is a university-affiliated startup accelerator based at National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University in Taiwan. It focuses on fostering the growth of early-stage, technology-driven startups by providing resources, mentorship, and strategic support. To date, IAPS has collaborated with over 950 startups and lab technologies, with its cohorts raising approximately 10 to 11 million USD annually. IAPS is dedicated to building an innovation ecosystem that fosters cross-border and cross-industry collaboration, facilitating both domestic and international tech startups secure investment, connect with industry partners, and expand into global markets. Between 2015 and 2016, IAPS was credited as the top accelerator in the APAC region and top 7 globally by UBI Global in 2015. The accelerator's portfolio includes a diverse range of companies in sectors such as technology, artificial intelligence, data, education technology, software, smart hardware, and platform IT services. IAPS primarily invests in seed, early-stage, and growth-stage companies, with annual investments totaling between 10 to 11 million USD. Its geographical focus is primarily on Taiwan, aiming to support and scale local startups in the global market.
Investment Focus
- Technology-driven startups
- Early-stage to growth-stage companies
- Focus on innovation and scalability
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What sectors does IAPS invest in?
IAPS invests in Technology, Software, EdTech, Artificial Intelligence, Data and Smart Hardware, and is based in Leamington Spa, United Kingdom. IAPS is listed as a corporate vc in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does IAPS invest at?
IAPS backs companies at Seed, Early Stage and Growth, writing cheques of 10M - 11M.
Which regions does IAPS invest in?
IAPS invests across Taiwan.
Who are the partners at IAPS?
Team members listed for IAPS include Emilie Darwin (Chief Executive Officer) and Tania Botting (Chair of Iaps (Independent Association of Prep Schools)).
How do I contact IAPS?
IAPS's contact details — including phone and LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of its partners.
Last updated · Source: ConnectSafely investor database
