Europe, Middle East, Africa

Growth
Academy:
AI for Health

A three-month program providing healthcare and wellbeing startups leveraging AI with essential growth skills, internationalization strategies, and Google tools to help them scale and innovate responsibly.

Europe, Middle East, Africa

Growth
Academy:
AI for Health

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Europe, Middle East, Africa - hybrid
3 months

Applications are now closed.

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About the program

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About the program

Google for Startups Growth Academy: AI for Health is a three-month hybrid program dedicated to supporting high-potential startups in the healthcare and wellbeing industry using AI technology to grow and innovate responsibly.

Featuring a series of workshops, mentoring and networking events, the program helps founders develop data-driven strategies for acquiring new customers and partnerships, tools to innovate responsibly with emerging technologies, and expand to new markets.

After the initial three months of core content, startups continue to receive product support and mentorship from Google to help them address their challenges.

One session throughout the program will be held in-person; the rest of the program will be conducted virtually.

Program Benefits

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    Equity-free

    Equity-free support, with access to Google products and resources.

  • Hands-on mentorship

    Hands-on mentorship

    Technical consulting and one-on-one support from Google mentors and AI experts.

  • Google product support logo

    Strategic & product support

    Support on AI, company, and product strategy.

  • Global connections logo

    Leadership training

    Tailored leadership training designed to improve management skills.

  • Go globe logo

    Go Global

    Support from mentors and Google teams on new international opportunities, to expand your business to new markets.

  • Founder network logo

    Networking & community

    Connect with VCs, industry leaders and fellow founders, and become a part of our alumni network.

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Entry Criteria

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Entry Criteria

  • Seed to Series A startups currently based in Europe, the Middle East, and/or Africa —but looking to scale internationally.
  • Leveraging AI to address health or wellbeing challenges.
  • Demonstrated traction, such as a clear track record of users and revenue.
  • Scalable product or service, with both a significant total addressable market and a defensible growth model.

Alumni

It is amazing to have the chance of getting access to such great experts in their field. We had several really valuable mentor sessions and already applied many of the learnings.

KIMBERLY BREUER CO-CEO AND COFOUNDER OF LIKEMINDED
Kimberly Breuer
Kimberly Breuer

Advisory Board

Growth Academy: AI for Health is a well thought through program with a great community feel. The depth of knowledge was both relevant but also accessible and enjoyable.

JASON WARD CEO & COFOUNDER OF EQL
Jason Ward
Jason Ward

Frequently asked questions

How much time do I have to dedicate to the program?

The program will require one to two hours of your time per week to attend mentoring and group sessions. While sessions with other founders will be scheduled to accommodate the majority of the participants, you will schedule your individual mentoring sessions directly with your mentor.

Do I need to travel for the program?

This hybrid program includes one mandatory three-day in-person component, and requires the attendance of at least one co-founder at these sessions.

Can other team members take part in the program?

The program content is designed for founders. However, for certain specific online sessions, we can discuss if it makes sense to include some C-level team members. Do not hesitate to ask!

Does Google for Startups invest in the company or ask for equity?

No. Google for Startups does not invest in the company through this program, nor request any equity.