Sabanci University SUCool

sucool.sabanciuniv.edu

SUCool supports innovation-based technology startups across AI, Advanced Materials, FinTech, EdTech, Smart Cities, Digital Health, Data and Cybersecurity sectors, providing comprehensive support from pre-incubation through capital funding and international market expansion.

Check Size

$900K - $900K

Stages

Pre Seed, Seed

Focus Areas

Ai Ml, Fintech, Edtech

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Investment Thesis

SUCool operates as an innovation-focused incubation center within Sabancı University that supports early-stage technology and innovation-based entrepreneurs in transforming business ideas into scalable, repeatable business models. The organization combines academic knowledge with practical experience to guide individuals and teams from idea to product, emphasizing that great ideas are born when someone says ‘this is impossible’ and supporting entrepreneurs who think ‘crazy enough’ to change the world.

What Sets Them Apart

University-based incubation center within Sabancı University since 2013, providing academic environment with entrepreneurial focus
Integrated pathway from pre-incubation (8-week program) to TÜBİTAK BiGG capital funding (900,000 TL with 3% equity)
Modern physical infrastructure opened in 2023 with 100-person workspace and 250-person event capacity at lakeside campus
International mentor network and partnerships enabling global market access
Comprehensive support spanning education, workspace, mentoring, customer introductions, investor preparation, and international fund-raising through Sabancı University Inovent A.Ş.
Multi-program approach including Pre-Incubation, BiGG3INN capital program, and INOSPARK open innovation initiatives