BATO ACCELERATOR
Bato Accelerator is a 3-week intensive program designed for ambitious Nepali founders based in Finland and across the Nordics. The program blends Nordic startup best practices with context-aware support for Nepali entrepreneurs, helping founders sharpen their vision, build investor-ready businesses, and access the Nordic startup ecosystem.
Through hands-on workshops, one-on-one mentoring, and direct exposure to Nordic investors, operators, and partners, founders gain the clarity, tools, and confidence needed to scale sustainably and internationally. Whether you are validating an idea or preparing to raise your first round, Bato Accelerator helps founders move from idea to traction.
Get ready for Bato Accelerator: Launching Q2 2027!
Accelerate Growth
Get practical guidance and support to move your startup forward faster.
Expand Your Network
Connect with investors, mentors, and other Nepali founder in the Nordics.
Become Investor Ready
Work on your pitch, business model, and numbers so you’re ready to talk confidently with investors.
Scale Internationally
Learn how to grow your startup beyond one market and prepare for international expansion.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
•Learn how Nordic startups test ideas and grow. Understand how startups in the Nordics test ideas, build products, and grow step by step.
•Get one-on-one mentoring from experienced founders and startup experts to help you avoid common mistakes.
•Work on pitch and investor preparation by refining your pitch, story, and numbers to feel confident talking to investors.
•Be part of a founder community and connections by joining a supportive group of Nepali founders and connecting with the Nordic startup ecosystem.
•Showcase your startup in the final pitch session to investors and partners at the end of the program.
TIMELINE
Week 1: LEARN & VALIDATE
Understand how Nordic startups test ideas, refine business models, validate markets, and grow.
Week 2: BUILD & PREPARE
Work on your pitch, story, and numbers with one-on-one guidance from experienced founders and mentors.
Week 3: PITCH & CONNECT
Present your startup to investors and partners while joining a supportive community of Nepali founders and Nordic connections.
READY TO TAKE THE NEXT STEP?
Get hands-on support to refine your pitch, meet investors, and grow your startup. Limited spots available!