Startups
At Stonetech, we support founders at every critical stage of the startup journey, from idea formation to scale. Our startup programs are designed to help ambitious teams transform real problems into scalable, technology-driven businesses with lasting impact.
Through a structured pathway that begins with discovery and validation and advances through growth and acceleration, we provide founders with the capital, mentorship, infrastructure, and networks they need to build strong, investable companies. Our approach is practical, execution-focused, and deeply rooted in market realities.
Whether you’re an early-stage builder with a bold idea, or a growing startup preparing for rapid expansion, Stonetech offers the guidance and ecosystem support to help you move faster, smarter, and with confidence.
Explore our startup programs below and find the right path for your venture.
Pre-Incubation
Idea Validation and Founder Readiness
Overview
Pre-Incubation is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs and early-stage teams who are exploring a business idea but have not yet established a startup or developed a market-ready product.
Objectives
The Pre-Incubation stage focuses on:
Problem identification and validation
Customer discovery and market understanding
Value proposition definition
Early solution conceptualization
Founder capability and commitment assessment
Expected Outcomes
At the conclusion of Pre-Incubation, participants are expected to have:
A clearly defined and validated problem statement
Evidence of customer demand
An initial solution concept or prototype
A go/no-go decision on venture formation
Participant Guidance
Participants are encouraged to adopt a research-driven approach, engage directly with potential users, and remain flexible in refining or pivoting their ideas based on validated insights.
Incubation
Product Development and Market Entry
Overview
The Incubation stage supports startups that have validated their core idea and are prepared to formally establish and operate a venture.
Objectives
Incubation provides structured support for:
MVP development and product refinement
Business model design and validation
Customer acquisition and early traction
Legal, financial, and operational setup
Team formation and role clarity
Expected Outcomes
By the end of the Incubation stage, startups should have:
A functional product in the market
Initial users, customers, or revenue
Defined unit economics and growth assumptions
An investor-ready business narrative
Participant Guidance
Founders should prioritize disciplined execution, customer feedback, and data-driven decision-making while building scalable operational foundations.
Acceleration
Growth, Scale, and Investment Readiness
Overview
Acceleration is designed for startups that have demonstrated product-market fit or strong traction and are ready to scale operations.
Objectives
This stage focuses on:
Scaling customer acquisition and revenue
Strengthening internal systems and leadership capacity
Preparing for institutional funding and partnerships
Expanding into new markets or verticals
Expected Outcomes
Startups completing the Acceleration stage are expected to:
Demonstrate consistent growth metrics
Operate with scalable business processes
Be fully prepared for investor engagement
Execute a clear expansion strategy
Participant Guidance
Founders must transition from hands-on execution to strategic leadership, with a strong emphasis on metrics, governance, and long-term sustainability.
Stonetech collaborates with Google for Startups to strengthen and scale our startup ecosystem. Through this partnership, founders within the Stonetech community gain access to Google’s global startup platform, designed to support high-potential companies with world-class tools, expertise, and growth programs.
Startups benefit from exposure to a diverse, international network of builders, operators, and industry leaders, while tapping into curated programs, learning opportunities, and global events. The partnership also unlocks access to a distributed network of innovation spaces, enabling founders to connect, collaborate, and build technology-driven businesses with global impact.