Techstars, the global platform for investment and innovation, and ABN AMRO, announced that they have agreed to a three-year partnership to accelerate innovation through a Techstars accelerator program. The partners will focus on identifying and supporting innovative startups transforming financial services in business and life.
The collaboration will connect ABN AMRO with Techstars’ unmatched global network and help the company accelerate digitization and innovation in delivering its strategy. Through the mentorship-driven accelerator program, the companies will recruit and support the most promising early stage companies in the financial industry.
“Financial services and technologies underpin so much of what we do in business, life and even socializing today,” said Keith Camhi, senior vice president of accelerators, Techstars. “Partnering with an innovative and engaged company like ABN AMRO allows us to continue to tap the immense sector expertise we have and help entrepreneurs develop solutions that enhance lives and improve how businesses operate.”
Selected startups will work closely with Techstars’ program team and vast mentor network, and with ABN AMRO’s corporate innovation team, subject matter experts, and network of clients, Techstars said in its press statement.
“Working with the startup ecosystem is crucial for ABN AMRO’s innovation journey,” said Edwin van Bommel, chief innovation officer, ABN AMRO. “Our aim is to be at the forefront of innovation in relevant ecosystems, supporting startups to become leaders in their field and allowing us to build out our leading position in innovation. Partnering with a leading accelerator like Techstars allows us to find and connect with the best startups in the global ecosystem.”
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