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A start-up seed accelerator powered by Telstra.
muru-D1 is a start-up accelerator established and supported by Telstra
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What is Telstra?
• Telstra is Australia’s leading telecommunications services provider
• We are valued at c$80Bn, putting us within the top ten Telco’s globally
What is muru-D?
• muru-D is a start-up accelerator which is supported by Telstra
• We have been operating since 2013 and have more than 20 early stage technology businesses within the alumni
• Class 1 companies attracted A$3.1m in funding within 6 months of graduation
“We strongly believe the accelerator model is the best way to help high impact tech startups mature in the shortest possible time.
It is strategic that Telstra is investing valuable corporate resources to support muru-D’s expansion, leveraging business and innovation opportunities throughout Singapore, as it continues on its journey to become a truly Smart Nation,” Dr Alex Lin, Head of Infocomm Investments
1 “muru” is an aboriginal word meaning “road to / journey to...” “D” denotes “digital”
muru-D Singapore is looking for technology startups who are hungry to succeed.
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What we are looking for...
Highly motivated small tech startup teams who want to change the world!
• Must haves -
1. A clear articulation of the industry problem you wish to solve
2. A simple description of how you intend to solve it
3. An intimate knowledge of how your customers will benefit
4. An experienced set of founders with commercial and technical skills
The muru-D program offers investment, a beautiful working space, world class acceleration services and amazing networks
• Applicants apply online
• Up to 10 companies selected
• $40k investment for 6% equity
• 6-month program based in Amoy Street, Singapore
• Superfast internet and partner ‘perks’
• Mentoring and support
• Connections to corporate channel partners
• A guided trip to one of the worlds leading technology / start-up locations with introductions and the ability to pitch to global players
muru-D Program Details
How to Apply
We ask about:
• About your Startup
• Understanding the business / product
• What support you need from muru-D
• Your team
• Your competition & how you differentiate
• Pitch Material e.g. Lean Canvas / Deck / Video Pitch
• References from customers / colleagues / community
muru-D.com/apply
Activities
What we ask in return
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Must be DIGITAL / TECH
6 month commitment6% equity
Relocate to Singapore
Sweat and learn-ability
muru-D Startups class#1
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$3.7m+
$1.7mTotal turnover
to date
Raised
muru-D Startups class#2
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International customers
Paying customers 6 w/100%
How you can get involved
Mentor: [email protected]@muru-d.com
Apply: http://www.muru-d.com/apply
Connect: http://twitter.com/murudsin
Contact: [email protected]
Connect with us
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@murudauwww.muru-d.com
Check back frequently at:
Start the conversation early at:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/murudsin/
Team
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Jamie CamidgeHead of Strategic Partnerships and Alliances
Experienced strategist within the telecoms, media and technology sector, with strong transaction experience.
Joseph ZieglerEntrepreneur in Residence
Angel investor & High-Tech Startup Specialist with experience in cloud services,
virtualization & successful startup exits.
