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DEA Accelerate is a 3-month program
for women founders building early-stage startups, providing expert mentorship, practical startup knowledge, and a community that opens doors.

The next cohort starts in 2027. Get the
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Built for women founders. Focused on building.

DEA Accelerator was created in 2024 to give women founders a stronger path from early-stage idea to a business worth building.

We combine a structured founder journey with experienced mentors, practical startup knowledge, peer support, and access to the wider entrepreneurial ecosystem.

No fluff. Just the people, knowledge, and structure to help you move forward.

Key Benefits

DEA gives ambitious early-stage women founders what actually helps them move forward: a structured program, sharp mentorship, practical startup knowledge,
and a network that opens real doors.

We skip the fluff so you can focus on building.

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1:1 Mentorship Sessions 🟣

Get personalised guidance from experienced mentors who bring practical knowledge, honest feedback, and a fresh perspective to the challenges you're facing. Founders can also request check-ins with the DEA team when they need additional support.

Weekly Expert Sessions 🟣

Each week, we bring in a carefully selected expert to explore a key topic from the program through an in-person learning session. Expect practical knowledge you can apply directly to your startup.

Pitch Days 🟣

Throughout the program, founders have several opportunities to pitch their progress, receive focused feedback, and strengthen how they communicate their business — building towards the final Demo Day.