StartLabs
AcceleratorBelgrade · Pre-Seed–Seed · 4 people tracked
Investment thesis
StartLabs focuses on supporting early-stage technology teams through intensive mentorship and seed capital. The firm believes that proper guidance and access to experienced mentors from both the region and Silicon Valley are critical to developing product-market fit and attracting future investment. StartLabs takes a partnership approach as a co-founder alongside the founding team, taking 10-15% equity in exchange for seed funding and comprehensive operational support across product development, growth, and legal services. The accelerator is sector-agnostic but favors technology-driven ventures.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 6, 2026.
Team · 4 people
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Frequently asked questions
- What stage does StartLabs invest at?
- StartLabs invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed stages.
- What is StartLabs's typical check size?
- StartLabs typically writes checks of $50K.
- Where is StartLabs located?
- StartLabs is headquartered in Belgrade, RS.
- Does StartLabs lead rounds?
- StartLabs typically participates in rounds rather than leading them.
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