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10 de abril de 202510 de abril de 202510 de abril de 2025Essential Resources for Professionals
Discover a curated selection of partners, tools and templates designed to streamline your startup journey.
Business Plan Template
Crafting a solid business plan is vital for securing funding and guiding your startup's growth. This comprehensive template provides a structured format to outline your business model, market analysis, marketing strategies, and financial projections. Tailored for Franco-American startups, it includes tips for addressing cross-cultural considerations.
Pitch Deck Guide
A compelling pitch deck can make or break your fundraising efforts. This guide walks you through the essential components of an effective pitch deck, helping you to articulate your vision and value proposition clearly. Learn how to tailor your presentation for different audiences, whether they be investors in France or the U.S.
Marketing Plan Checklist
Ensure your marketing strategy is robust with our detailed checklist. It covers all aspects from market research to digital marketing tactics, enabling you to create a comprehensive plan that aligns with your business goals. This resource is particularly useful for tech startups looking to penetrate both French and American markets.
Find offices and talents
Streamline your business expansion with our comprehensive guides to finding the right offices and talent. From selecting ideal office locations to recruiting top-tier professionals, this resource helps you navigate the complexities of building a strong operational base. Perfect for growing companies looking to establish a strong presence in key markets like France and the US.
Bilaterale accounting
Simplify your financial management with our detailed approach to Bilaterale Accounting. From cross-border tax compliance to international financial reporting, ensuring your business operates smoothly across multiple jurisdictions. Ideal for companies managing operations in both France and the US, it helps you maintain clear, compliant, and efficient financial records.
Get introduce to the startup ecosystem
Unlock the doors to innovation and growth with our group to navigating the startup ecosystem. From networking opportunities to key industry players, this resource helps you connect with the right partners, investors, and mentors. Perfect for entrepreneurs looking to break into the vibrant startup communities in France and the US.
Top 10 Markets in the District, Mayland and Virginia
Fuel your startup journey.
GovTech / CivicTech
Washington DC is the best location if your business vertical is targeting the gouverment.
Leverages DC’s proximity to government agencies.
Startups like OpenGov and FiscalNote are great examples.
HealthTech / Biotech
Growing health startup scene connected to NIH, FDA, and policy think tanks.
AI in diagnostics and telemedicine are hot areas.
EdTech
Fueled by top universities (Georgetown, GWU, Howard) and federal education programs.
Focus on accessibility, upskilling, and policy innovation.
ClimateTech / Clean Energy
Big momentum due to federal initiatives and sustainability policy work.
Areas like carbon accounting, energy storage, and urban agriculture.
FinTech / RegTech
Compliance-heavy tech, serving financial services, credit unions, and underbanked populations.
Often built around transparency, financial inclusion, and crypto regulation.
Media / Journalism / ContentTech
Rich media history (NPR, WaPo, Politico, etc.).
Innovations in trust, monetization, and freelance ecosystems.
AI / Data Analytics
Tons of talent from federal contracts, think tanks, and defense.
Ethics of AI, explainable models, and data transparency are big focuses.
LegalTech
Natural fit given the legal industry presence.
Innovation in contract management, legal research, and access to justice.
Nonprofit / Social Impact Tech
Huge base of NGOs, impact orgs, and philanthropic foundations.
Startups often aim for scalable impact with tech-enabled solutions.
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