Our 4-Day U.S. Immersion &
Market Entry Program for
German Startups

“Das STEP-USA-Program  war ein Eye-Opener für uns! Wir hatten die USA vorher nicht direkt auf dem Schirm, jetzt aber sind wir davon überzeugt, dass dieser Markt eine Menge Potenzial für uns bieten wird, sobald wir ready sind. Wir wissen jetzt auch, dass wir mit der AHK-NY einen starken Partner haben, um diese Aufgabe zu stemmen! Thank you!”

“The STEP-USA program is the door to the American market and investors for German startups and SMEs, which otherwise just doesn’t exist.”

“The STEP USA program has truly been instrumental in empowering us to embark on our journey of exploring our US market entry. This 4-day startup bootcamp provided us with unparalleled access to valuable VC resources, mentorship, and networks that have been pivotal in navigating the complexities of the US market landscape. Through workshops, seminars, and one-on-one guidance, we gained profound insights into market trends, regulatory requirements, cultural nuances, and business practices essential for success in the US. We are deeply grateful for the support and encouragement provided by the GACC New York and its team. Highly recommendable!”

„We found ourselves in the situation of starting a subsidiary in the U.S. and the STEP USA program. There is an excellent team behind this U.S. market immersion program! They supported us in finding the right story for American investors. Furthermore, we were able to clarify legal issues and the GACC New York connected us with the great New York startup network right from the start.

They take the time and heart to sift through your individual story and shape it so that it fits to the U.S. market. In addition, the GACC New York also assists in the company founding process, making it a total package that helps to accelerate our venture. Thank you!”

As CEO of Evergreen, a digital sustainable asset manager, I am immensely grateful for having participated in the STEP USA program. The program provided a comprehensive and enriching platform for learning, networking, and understanding the intricacies of establishing a business in the USA, specifically from a German company’s perspective.

The breadth and depth of the program was remarkable, with invaluable insights into legal aspects, marketing strategies, and labor market dynamics in the US.

The networking opportunities were also exceptional. Engaging with a diverse range of professionals and entrepreneurs provided us with new perspectives and facilitated connections that continue to be beneficial for our business.

The STEP USA program is undoubtedly an excellent initiative for any German company looking to expand its operations to the US. It’s a unique blend of practical knowledge, professional networking, and essential support services.

I wholeheartedly endorse the STEP USA program for its commitment to fostering successful international businesses, and I look forward to seeing its continued impact on the international business landscape.

“Participating in the STEP USA program was worthwhile for me in two ways: It not only provided important information on legal and organizational aspects of starting a business in the USA, it also gave a wonderful impression of the spirit that drives business people in New York and the U.S. — very inspiring!”

“I joined the STEP program after an intense 3 months stay in San Francisco and was amazed by the insights we received into the NYC startup ecosystem. By this I could compare the east coast with the west coast perfectly and gained priceless insights and networks for fund raising and market launch in the USA. I would recommend everyone this program who is interested in US market for first insights, market launch or fund raising. Thanks to the whole GACC and VentureOut team for the great organisation!”

“Step USA is a 4-day educational program where I was able to learn a lot about entering the U.S. market, and also many best practices for my startup in general. I couldn’t recommend it any higher.”

“You can read a lot of books and join classes on how to enter the U.S. market. For me, the best source for getting an understanding on how to successfully do business with American customers is connect to the right networks. The STEP USA program did exactly that for us. Thank you for 4 extremely valuable and fun days in New York!” 

“The Step USA Program in New York was absolutely relevant and extremely rewarding. The fast-paced and dense schedule with the social events provided the perfect framework to get to know the New York startup ecosystem and the American way of life. The whole trip was highly motivating, and I can only recommend taking part in it! Dear GACC-Team thank you very much for making us feel so welcome!”

“If you are a startup considering the U.S. market, the STEP USA program is definitely the right way to go. It helped us tremendously! Not only did we gain exact business insights on our market entry, it also gave us the opportunity to build up an excellent network in a very short period of time. We saved a lot of time and money by gaining a realistic impression on-site. The GACC NY has super strong partners and the organization of the STEP USA program was perfect. The learnings of our 4 days in New York are super helpful going forward!”

“As a German startup approaching the US market, the STEP USA program was extremely valuable for us. The 4-day program in New York gave us detailed insights in the American VC market as well as U.S. law and helped us to define our go-to-market strategy.

Moreover, we were able to make excellent connections to mentors, venture capital investors, and customers. We even made new friends. The GACC NY team did a tremendous job organizing this entire event, it was well-structured and filled with relevant content.

Absolutely recommendable!”

“STEP USA is a 4-day startup program designed to help startups enter the U.S. market. It is remarkably outstanding as the team provides insights into the markets, makes valuable connections tailored to the startup’s industry, and puts you really into the position to understand how to enter the American market the best way – all of that within just 4 business days! Having been on quite a lot of these programs, I recommend STEP USA to
everyone who is interested in doing business in the U.S.”

“The STEP USA program was completely different than what we had expected. Not only the team around the STEP  USA program and GACC New York, but also the incredible locations, people and events organized around the program and the PITCH Night were truly mind-blowing.
Through the STEP USA Program we are on the verge of establishing a subsidiary in the USA.”

“In my opinion, many startup programs are actually not worth attending. In case of the STEP USA program however, we were all highly surprised by the opposite! The GACC NY team organizing the 4 days does a great job, squeezing in as much value as possible. Personally, I recommend traveling to New York City and meeting everyone in person. I’d definitely recommend taking part in the STEP USA program!”

“In only 4 days, the STEP USA program gave us a detailed picture of the American market. It time sensitized us for the challenges of expanding our company to the USA. The most exciting thing was to experience the intercultural differences in the “American way of doing business” first hand and to be able to apply them in many conversations, meetings and workshops. We can recommend the STEP USA program to anyone who wants to start a first field test for their company and build a solid base for an American business network.”