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Start in Paris Region

An acceleration program for early-stage entrepreneurs designed to lay solid financial and market foundations from day one.

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What's it all about?

Launched in 2026 by Creative Valley, Start in Paris Region is a one-year acceleration program dedicated to early-stage companies (in the process of being created, or registered for less than 3 years, with revenues under €50K) looking to establish themselves or grow in the Paris region.

Start in Paris Region supports founders through the key stages of their early-stage development, with a particular focus on structuring their go-to-market strategy and preparing for their initial funding rounds

Program Overview

The program is structured around two main pillars:

Go-to-Market: After assessing the project's market maturity, we will define an effective and concrete strategy to sign your first customers. This includes an operational 3, 6, and 12-month roadmap, moving into action with the support of a mentor.

Funding: This pillar focuses on evaluating the project's readiness, strengthening its financial foundations, and building an equity consolidation strategy, backed by a clear financial roadmap.

Group Mentoring

  • Groups of 4 entrepreneurs at the

  • same maturity stage Guided by a mentor Individual learning +

  • collective intelligence

Action Plan

  • Every Monday: 1 clear action to implement Every

  • Friday: feedback & adjustments

Monthly schedule: 4 hours per month

  •  1 group session dedicated to Go-to-Market, with the coach

  • 1 group session dedicated to Funding, with the coach

  • A 2h peer-learning session: autonomy & knowledge sharing (Go-to-Market, Funding, and overcoming roadblocks)

     

Community & Events

  • Access to a community of entrepreneurs

  • Events, workshops, and networking opportunities

Incubation within the Start in Paris Region program allows you to apply for the FPI (Fonds Parisien pour l'Innovation / Parisian Innovation Fund). Awarded during the early-stage phase, this grant can provide up to €30,000 in funding. Learn more.

 

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Requirements 

Duration: 12 months

Format: group mentoring + structured support

Commitment: monthly, with no long-term commitment

Price: €250 excl. VAT / month

On-demand individual coaching (optional)

Office Meeting Discussion

The Start in Paris Region Team

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Romain Lavielle

EFREI Engineer & HEC Paris MS Graduate, Entrepreneur with a 360° track record in tech.

  • 3 companies founded

  • 200+ startups mentored (for incubators, venture funds...)

  • 1,500+ investment opportunities analyzed

  • Mentor for international programs

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Ibrahima Diabakhate

Entrepreneur • Trainer • Coach. Expert in funding strategy (early-stage, innovation).

  • 2 companies founded

  • 15+ years in entrepreneurship training and project funding (within consulting firms, incubators, universities...)

  • 200+ entrepreneurs supported

  • Former Founder of NXVISION (FinTech France–Africa)

  • Member of the Eco Business Angels Club, Funding Coach – Creative Valley

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Maxime Souveton

Entrepreneur / Creative Director / Digital Strategy Expert

  • 2 companies founded

  • Director of Development and Cultural Programs – Creative Valley

  • Collaborated with over 100+ international brands (Music Tech)

  • Founder of Ciel Noir

If you would like to apply or want more information about the Start in Paris Region program, you can get in touch with our team via the following link.

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