Immersion Week
ManaTech
Base  Miami

Immerse your startup in Miami’s tech scene

Maximize your chances of success in the US market by learning how to pitch to US investors and close your first sales. Take advantage of our exclusive access to Miami's tech ecosystem through key connections and networking opportunities.
Hybrid
Hybrid (Virtual TBC & Miami TBC)
Stay
6 nights accommodation included (shared room)
Flight
US$300 credit per company in flight tickets
Price include 6 nights of accommodation for 1 person (Shared Room)

$4,000

or 2 payments of $2,000
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Be part of a select group of startups for our “Immersion Week” program

Leverage Miami's thriving startup community by maximizing connections with potential buyers and/or investors whilst acquiring US startup knowledge. You'll benefit from virtual learning, mentoring and an on-site immersion week in Miami to learn how to raise capital and sell in the US. Unlike other programs, apply your new skills in a real-world setting!
Online + On-site

Online + On-site

4 weeks of online training + 5 days in Miami
Flexible Learning

Flexible Learning

Focus only on what you want to learn
Group Workshops

Group Workshops

Perfect your skills with +15 virtual pre-immersion training sessions
1:1 Mentoring

1:1 Mentoring

Meet 1:1 with industry experts based on your needs.

Our previous Miami Immersion Week...

Who is it for?

Who is it for?

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The Miami Immersion Week was created for busy, early-stage startups who haven't been able to get customers or investment in the US yet.
  • Tech startups beyond the ideation stage
  • Any sector, any country
  • You or someone in your team is proficient in English
  • Must possess a valid visa to enter the United States.
  • Startups with innovative products, services or business models may be preferred for the program.

An open space for tomorrow's innovators!

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Mana Tech acquired 80+ properties to transform the Flagler District of Downtown Miami into a hub of the most forward thinking and diverse entrepreneurial minds from around the world. Participants will be given FREE access to Mana Tech's vibrant entrepreneurship hub with flexible coworking offices to work and hold any meetings. Check it out now!
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Get immersed in the Miami experience

Why Miami?

Why Miami?

Learn how Miami is becoming the next tech hub in the US, and the ideal landing spot for Latam companies.
Networking opportunities

Networking opportunities

Meet with prospective investors, customers, partners and industry experts during immersion week.
How to sell & raise in the US

How to sell & raise in the US

Adapt your sales pipeline to effectively target US buyer personas and/or work on your investor pitch.
Wow! Statement

Wow! Statement

Work on your self presentation (Wow! Statement) and speed pitches alongside industry experts.
Demo Day

Demo Day

Present a sales or investor pitch in a “Demo Day” format to local Miami experts and receive feedback on how to improve further.
1:1 Pitch Feedback

1:1 Pitch Feedback

Learn the “nuts and bolts” of presenting your startups effectively to US customers, partners and investors.

Application Timeline

Applications Open
Sep 19 - Oct 20
Interviews with applicants
Sep 19 - Oct 20
Cohort Selection & Payment Due
Sep 19 - Oct 20
Cohort Announced
Oct 21

Program Schedule

Kick Off Week
Oct 30 - Nov 3
Virtual Weeks
Nov 6 - Nov 24
Miami Immersion
Nov 27 - Dec 1

It could be you saying this...

Sebastián Romero

CEO & Founder, Bucksapp

Felipe Acevedo

Co-Founder & COO, Goohaus

Meet your hosts...

CHARLY ESNAL

CHARLY ESNAL

Co-Founder at Base Miami Managing Director at Mana Tech

Charly is passionate about supporting Latam Tech Companies enter the US Market.
CHARLY ESNAL

MOISHE MANA

Founder & Chairman
at Mana Common

With a proven track record of revitalizing urban areas such as the.
CHARLY ESNAL

MARIANO AMARTINO

Americas Managing Director
at Microsoft for Startups

Mariano runs the startups programs and engagements with investors, entrepreneurs and.
CHARLY ESNAL

CHARLY ESNAL

Co-Founder at Base Miami Managing Director at Mana Tech
Charly is passionate about supporting Latam Tech Companies enter the US Market. He has been doing this for the past 6 years, creating innovative programs and providing access to the Miami Business Community. As a result, the companies accelerate their learning curves towards achieving market validation.
mOISHE MANA

mOISHE MANA

Founder & Chairman
at Mana Common
With a proven track record of revitalizing urban areas such as the Meatpacking District in New York City and Jersey City, Moishe is now focused on his most ambitious project yet: transforming Miami. Through Mana Common, Moishe is dedicated to shaping the future of Miami and creating a thriving, vibrant community for all.
mOISHE MANA

Mariano AmartinO

Americas Managing Director
at Microsoft for Startups
Mariano runs the startups programs and engagements with investors, entrepreneurs and the ecosystem for Microsoft for Startups. Passionate about innovation and startups with +7 years leading investment, innovation, corporate venture capital and startups ecosystem relations across the Americans and Europe.

... And some of your speakers

Gabriela Pulido
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Ignacio López

Endeavor Entrepreneur -Start-up CTO - Mentor and Consultant
Alejandra Slatapolsky
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maximiliano Menasches

EVP - Head of Innovation Banking at Cogent Bank
Jeff Snider
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Jeff Snider

Serial Entrepreneur -Strategic Program Development / Lean Market Entry Programs at Manatech
Gabriela Pulido
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Matt Haggman

Executive Vice President, The Beacon Council, Opportunity Miami
Gabriela Pulido
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mariano Amartino

Americas Managing Director - Microsoft for Startups at Microsoft - Fellow Entrepreneur
Carlos Guerra
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Ariana Pareja

President, Co-Founder at Pareja Family Foundation - Serial entrepreneur and mentor
Alana Fulvio
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BO MEGGINSON

Managing Partner at Gold Coast Angel Investors
Gabriela Pulido
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JORDAN BUTLER

Co-founder and CEO at Cleanlight.
Gabriela Pulido
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ALEX Robbio

Founder and Serial Entrepreneur - Endeavor Entrepreneur - Mentor and Investor
Alana Fulvio
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Lalo Steinmann

Entrepreneur and partner technology manager at Microsoft
Alana Fulvio
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Fernando Cariello

Serial Entrepreneur - Mentor, investor and advisor
Alana Fulvio
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Matias Lahusen

Investment banking Director

... And some of our experts

Carlos Guerra
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Alejandra Slatapolsky

Co-Founder
Scalto
Carlos Guerra
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ALANA FULVIO

HR Consultant
Pendulum
Carlos Guerra
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Paul Griebel

Director of Miami
Venture for America
Carlos Guerra
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Fernando Lepore

Technical Account Manager
InfinixSoft
Carlos Guerra
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Lizbeth Flores

Co-Founder & Partner
PAG LAW

The team behind the scenes

Base Miami and Mana Tech unite to offer comprehensive solutions for Latin American companies aiming for US market success. Combining Mana Tech's collaborative tech community approach with Base Miami's US market navigation expertise, we help startups avoid common pitfalls and launch in the US.

Our amazing partners

MAIN PARTNERS

Finaktiva
Endeavor
Finaktiva
eMerge Americas
Startuplinks
Startuplinks
Startuplinks
Lazo
Finaktiva
Finaktiva
Finaktiva
Startups Latam

CONTENT PARTNERS

Startupeable
Scalto
Startupeable
Pareja Family Foundation
Startupeable
InfinixSoft
Startupeable
PAG.LAW
Startupeable
Venture For America

MEDIA & COMMUNITY  PARTNERS

Startuplinks
Start-Up Chile
Startups Latam
ProColombia
Startuplinks
Solydes
Startuplinks
Pro Innovate
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ANII
Startuplinks
Emprelatam
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Ruta N Medellïn
Startuplinks
AmCham Bolivia
Startuplinks
Asem Emprendedores de Mexico
Startuplinks
Pulso Capital
Startuplinks
Pygma
Startuplinks
Latam Republic
Startuplinks
Sofofa
Startuplinks
Chile Global Ventures
Startuplinks
Techla
Startuplinks
Asela
Startuplinks
Ieblanca
Startuplinks
Connect Americas
Startuplinks
Abstartups
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ
Do you have a selection criteria?
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This program is limited to 16 tech startups from all over the world. We are looking for companies that are led by entrepreneurs from who are in the tech industry. From there, we look at the team, product readiness, traction, idea and how soon you are willing to relocate to the US. We are interested in inspiring people who have an open mind and are ready to approach the new market with a beginners mentality.
Can more than one of my team members attend?
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Yes, more than one are welcome to attend per company. However, the cost of the program only includes the accommodation in a shared room and a flight voucher for 1 person.
Are flights and hotel stay included too?
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Acommodation is included for 6 nights for 1 person in a shared room. Flights are not included, however there is 1 x US$300 voucher available to each company.
Do I need to speak English?
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As the program will be taught in English, we recommend that at least one of the team members has a strong understanding of English.
Where does the program take place?
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The Pre-Immersion stage is 100% online and runs for four weeks. There will be +15 virtual pre-immersion training sessions conducted in a group cohort via Zoom. The Immersion Week takes place in Miami, Florida.
What is the schedule of the program?
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The program begins with Kick Off Week (TBC), followed by two Virtual Weeks (TBC), concluding with Miami Immersion (TBC).
Should I apply again if I am rejected?
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Yes, definitely! There is no downside to applying more than once. The startup world is lucid and ever changing and appreciate this happens to your business. We welcome you to reapply to the program
Do you have more doubts?
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Don’t miss out! Limited spots available

You have until October 20th to sign up!
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