Call for application: Mastercard Start Path Small Business Program for Startups Worldwide

The Mastercard Start Path Small Business Program is a four-month initiative that enables startups and Mastercard to work together to build solutions that support SMEs in having simple, safe digital experiences. Startups that are developing cutting-edge accounting software, e-commerce solutions, lending platforms, payment technologies, digital banking, and other services for SMEs are welcome to apply to the program.

Startups will have the chance to take advantage of Mastercard’s network and SME knowledge throughout this four-month program in order to find product alliances, scale their businesses, and power solutions that promote safe, secure, and straightforward experiences.

Mastercard Start Path Small Business Program for Startups  Requirements

• Innovative Solutions – tell us how your solutions tie to the program theme
• Passionate Team – experienced and diverse founding team
• Strategic Fit – committed to democratizing financial services
• Existing Funding – investment raised with a 6–12-month runway

Startups selected for the Start Path Small Business Program will demonstrate strong synergies with Mastercard’s approach to helping entrepreneurs around the world grow and thrive by empowering them with digital payment solutions, data insights and the tools to run their enterprises more efficiently and secure.

Benefits

• Four-month virtual program
• Receive bespoke access to Mastercard’s customers and partners
• Access to a dedicated mentor to help identify and uncover opportunities
• Leverage Mastercard’s network and SME expertise

How The Start Path Small Business Program Works:

• Apply Online
• Mastercard cross-business evaluation
• Invited to pitch
• Program kick-off
• Three-month virtual engagement to support, introduce, and collaborate

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Mastercard Start Path Small Business Program