Plug and Play Scout Program
Connecting startups with corporate partners and investment opportunities globally.
Overview
Plug and Play Tech Center operates a global network of accelerator programs and scouting initiatives, connecting startups with corporate partners and investment opportunities across 60+ locations spanning 25+ industry verticals. The platform facilitates relationships between early-stage companies and enterprise innovation partners, enabling startups to pilot solutions, secure partnerships, and access strategic funding.
Investment focus
Plug and Play's scouting platform enables individuals to scout promising startups within their networks and ecosystems. Scouts can earn financial rewards when their introductions result in successful investments or partnerships, operating similarly to traditional venture capital scout programs without requiring direct capital deployment.
Program details
Designed for Founders, Corporate Innovators. The program is hybrid. Participation is generally unknown.
Who it is for
Plug and Play welcomes startups across pre-seed, seed, and early growth stages, focusing on those willing to engage in in-person activities and corporate partner meetings.
Check if you are eligible
Check your eligibility for Plug and Play Scout ProgramAdmissions and application
Startup founders apply directly through Plug and Play's website, selecting relevant industry vertical(s) and program cohort(s). Selection emphasizes innovation potential, founder quality, and alignment with corporate partner needs.
Benefits
- No Equity: Participation does not dilute founder ownership.
- Corporate Access: Direct connections to potential customers and partners.
- Pilot Opportunities: Pathways to revenue-generating proof-of-concept projects.
- Mentorship: Support from industry experts and successful entrepreneurs.
- Investor Access: Exposure to venture capital and corporate venture arms.
- Global Network: Connections across Plug and Play's worldwide ecosystem.
Timeline
Program duration typically spans 3-4 months with structured mentorship, corporate introductions, and pitch opportunities.
How to go about it
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Who can apply, how people get in and whether it is open right now.
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- Apply the way the program asks
The program has not published how to apply. Terms and dates change. Check the official page before you act.
What it pays
Participation in the Plug and Play Scout Program does not require equity from startups, allowing founders to maintain full ownership.
Questions about this program
What is the Plug and Play Scout Program?
It is a program that connects startups with corporate partners and investment opportunities globally.
Is there an equity requirement?
No, participation does not require giving up equity.
About Plug and Play Tech Center
Plug and Play Tech Center
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Connecting startups with corporations and investors worldwide.
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What the sources say about Plug and Play Scout Program
Plug and Play says it operates a global innovation platform spanning accelerators, corporate-startup pilots, and early-stage investments.
Source: Plug and Play global LinkedInA 2017 Cleveland Clinic executive said Plug and Play scouts screened health-tech startups for the Cleveland HealthTech Accelerator.
Source: The Cleveland Clinic Wants to Lure Tech Startups to NEOPlug and Play says Playbook is a startup-scouting platform for its ecosystem and a tool for its team to connect startups and corporations.
Source: Plug and Play welcomes 100,000 startups to Playbook platform
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