What Startup Network does

Startup.Network is a global online investment marketplace operating as a professional network that connects entrepreneurs seeking early-stage funding with investors across 55 countries. The platform runs four primary directories — Startups (8,353 listed), Investment Projects (17,725 listed), Loan Applications (4,641), and Businesses for Sale (6,345) — and serves three personas: entrepreneurs raising pre-seed and seed equity, investors (angels, VCs, institutional) sourcing deals, and professional consultants monetizing advisory expertise. It reaches users through eight country-specific domains (USA, India, Poland, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Russia [suspended March 2022], Belarus) and has accumulated 111,000+ registered users.

The platform's core technology is a web-based marketplace with three proprietary components: an expert-moderated project verification system that vets listings before they enter the database, an investment-interest matching engine that protects investor anonymity until mutual interest is established, and a financial gateway that mediates transactions to reduce fraud and data theft. Supplementary products extend the core marketplace: Portfolio Set-up (a premium white-glove service for investors committing $100,000+ with dedicated personal managers), Syndicate Club / SVSY Club (a deal-by-deal investment syndicate with experienced US VCs), Startup.Inc (acceleration and venture services), the Sand Hill Acceleration Program, and the Fundraising Acceleration Program. The company has organized more than 100 Startup Battle pitch events globally and in Silicon Valley, and partners with accelerators including GSDLabs, ZGC Capital, StartSmart CEE, H7 Healthcare, and Network VC.

Startup.Network generates revenue through subscription-based project listings, paid access to investor contact databases, multi-year managed portfolio contracts for high-net-worth investors, and event/acceleration program participation fees. Its go-to-market combines a self-serve web marketplace with enterprise field sales for larger investors via personal managers and event-driven acquisition through Startup Battle and Unicorn Battles competitions. The company is privately held with no disclosed parent, no public funding history, and no disclosed headcount; ownership appears founder/management-led. The platform's portfolio of featured startups spans AI, healthtech, robotics, fintech, proptech, and crypto, but these are third-party listings rather than Startup.Network's owned products.

Name

Startup Network

Legal name

Startup.Network

Website

https://startup.network

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Startup.Network is a global investment marketplace connecting entrepreneurs with investors across 55 countries, operating four directories (startups, projects, loans, businesses for sale) and serving 111,000+ registered users via eight country-specific localized domains.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Investment Marketplace Platform

NAICS

Portfolio Management and Investment Advice (523940)

SIC

Investment Advice (6282), Loan Brokers (6163)

akta.pro primary industry

Accelerators & Incubators (Investor-Operated) (FSANAAAM)

akta.pro secondary industries

Corporate Accelerators & Startup Programs (FSANAHAD), Entrepreneurship Foundations & Startup Basics (EDAMAHAA)

Keywords

• Investment marketplace platform
• Startup funding network
• Venture capital matching
• Entrepreneur investor platform
• Pitch competition events

Headquarters

HQ city

Redwood City

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Project Listing & Visibility: Startups pay to list investment projects, loans, or business sale opportunities on the platform directory.
2. Investor Contact Access: Contact details of investors are accessible only after signing a contract with the platform. Projects with closed contacts require partnership agreements for access.
3. Premium Portfolio Management: Personal investment managers curate portfolios for investors committing $100,000+, providing access to closed deals not publicly available.
4. Event Participation: Revenue from Startup Battle events and acceleration programs where startups pitch to investors.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Startup.Network operates a professional investment network platform that connects entrepreneurs seeking pre-seed and seed equity rounds with investors, including angel investors, venture capitalists, and institutional investors. The platform features moderated directories for startups, investment projects, business loans, and businesses for sale across 55 countries, complemented by Startup Battle pitch events, a Fundraising Acceleration Program, and personal portfolio management services for high-value investors.

Product overview

Startup.Network is a professional investment network platform that connects entrepreneurs with investors across 55 countries. The platform operates as a marketplace featuring multiple interconnected directories: Startups for equity investment, Investment Projects for funding rounds, Business Loans for credit arrangements, and Businesses for Sale for M&A transactions. The ecosystem includes supporting services such as Startup.Inc (venture services), Syndicate Club (investment syndicate), Investment Application matching tools, and Portfolio Set-up services for larger investors. The platform also organizes Startup Battle pitch events globally and offers the Sand Hill Acceleration Program. The portfolio of listed companies includes AI-powered ventures such as MedData (healthcare management AI), Silas Insurtech (underwriting intelligence), LYRO Robotics (intelligent robotics), JefriChat (AI agent communication), and WRMB (AI crypto discovery), among others.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Startup.Inc: Service brand for startup services and programs
• Syndicate Club
• Startup Battle
• Unicorn Battles

Products and services

• Startup.Network Platform Professional investment network platform connecting entrepreneurs with investors across 55 countries, featuring moderated directories for startups, investment projects, business loans, and businesses for sale.
• Startup.Inc Venture services brand offering investment support, startup incubation resources, and acceleration programs for startups seeking to scale.
• Syndicate Club Investment syndicate club connecting investors with deal-by-deal opportunities in world-changing startups alongside experienced VCs in the US.
• Startup Battle Events Startup pitch competition events held regularly across multiple countries and in Silicon Valley where entrepreneurs present their startups to investors.
• Sand Hill Acceleration Program One-day acceleration program connecting startups with top professionals, mentors, advisors, and demo day pitching opportunities to VCs, CVCs, family offices, and angel investors.
• Portfolio Set-up Service Personalized investment portfolio management service for investors committing over $100,000, featuring dedicated investment managers, curated project recommendations, and early access to closed deals.
• Investment Application (Projects Search) Personalized investment matching service where investors submit their interest criteria and receive projects matching their industry preferences, investment amount requirements, and other specified criteria.
• Create a Program Directory and partnership program enabling business consultants, incubation and acceleration programs to list their offerings and receive applications from startups and entrepreneurs.
• Find Investments Service Service that helps beginners and experienced entrepreneurs raise funding for startups, investment projects, and existing businesses through the platform's investor network.
• Ask for a Loan Service Service that helps businesses obtain loans for operating a business and its new direction, connecting borrowers with lending opportunities on the platform.
• Sell a Business Service Service enabling business owners to list their businesses for sale, connecting sellers with potential buyers on the platform.

Quantifiable outcome

• 111,000+ registered users on platform
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability16 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• StartSmart CEEminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 16 October 2025Acceleration program partnership for Autumn 2025 cohort recruitment with deadline October 16th
• H7 Healthcare AcceleratorminorGTM or Marketing PartnerInvitation to 2024 Cohort of H7 Healthcare Accelerator - healthcare startup acceleration program
• GSDLabscoreGTM or Marketing PartnerGlobal startup accelerator that concluded 2023 cohort spanning 15 weeks; helps startups achieve unicorn status through intensive program
• ZGC Capital CorporationcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerPartner for HealthTech, ImpactTech and AI Unicorn Battles - provides investment expertise and jury participation
• Freshworks for StartupsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSilver Sponsor for Unicorn Battles in California & North America
• FiverrminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSupporting Ukrainian startups through resources and potential funding opportunities
• SVSY ClubcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDeal-by-deal investment syndicate club for world-changing startups with experienced VCs in the US
• Startup.InccoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcceleration and support services for startups seeking to scale
• Accelr8minorGTM or Marketing PartnerJefriChat's accelerator partner for AI agent messaging platform

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• SeedInvest: SeedInvest is a regulated equity crowdfunding platform connecting startups with individual investors. Its curated, vetted startup offerings compete directly with Startup.Network's moderated project listings.
• Republic: Republic is a multi-asset investment platform offering equity, debt, and real estate to retail and accredited investors. It competes directly with Startup.Network's premium investor tier and broader marketplace.
• Gust: Gust powers angel investor networks globally with a platform that connects startups with accredited investors through standardized profiles and deal-sharing. Overlap with Startup.Network's startup-investor directory and international network is substantial.
• WeFunder: WeFunder is a crowdfunding platform for startup equity investing, with a moderated listings model and investor matching. Comparable to Startup.Network in going-beyond-deal-flow to provide tooling and community.
• MicroVentures: MicroVentures is an online investment platform offering curated startup and venture fund opportunities to accredited investors. It competes directly with Startup.Network's premium portfolio management tier for high-value investors.
• F6S: F6S is a global startup network that connects founders with investors, accelerators, and programs. Its international footprint and accelerator partnership model directly parallel Startup.Network's directory and event-driven approach.
• AngelList: AngelList operates Roll Up Ventures and AngelList Talent, connecting startups with investors through a curated platform with syndicate and fund management features. It is the most direct competitor in the startup-investor matching space and serves a similar two-sided marketplace model.
• Fundable: Fundable is a crowdfunding platform that helps startups raise capital through rewards-based or equity-based campaigns. Its curated startup-investor marketplace directly mirrors Startup.Network's core offering.

Broad incumbents

• Crunchbase: Crunchbase is the larger incumbent in startup-investor data and discovery, with a premium subscription model covering company profiles, deal flow, and investor intelligence. Overlaps with the directory and discovery layer of Startup.Network but at a much broader data scale.

Regional players

• Seedrs: Seedrs is a UK-based equity crowdfunding platform with strong European presence. Comparable to Startup.Network in facilitating startup investment, but primarily serving European markets rather than the Eastern European and CIS footprint.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/startup.ua

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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