Oracle Global Startup Ecosystem—FAQ

Oracle Global Startup Ecosystem is a startup enablement and acceleration program for entrepreneurs and innovators across the globe

The program serves startups at scale by building a thriving global startup community based on mutually beneficial partnerships that enable next-generation growth, business development, and drive cloud-based innovation for startups, our customers, and Oracle

The program enables a virtuous cycle of innovation

The program works with startups of all sizes and at all stages, from founders in university-affiliated incubators to early stage to scaleups and beyond

We don’t take equity

It’s run by our global R&D team

Access to world-class product portfolio and partner ecosystems

Access to global marketing, events and PR resources

Engagement opportunities with Oracle’s 430,000+ customers

No, we don’t take equity. Oracle offers many benefits including support, expertise, and advice, as well as access to our world-class cloud services, which represent a big step up in enterprise functionality and capability for these companies. While we do not provide funding, we will facilitate connecting startups in the program with venture capitalists and angel investors.

Currently, the program is for non-Oracle employees. However, exceptions are possible on a case-by-case basis. It is, however, open to Oracle alumni.

We encourage participation from our global employee base; mentors have to meet certain requirements and have a certain skill set. For more information, reach out to us via email at oraclestartup_ww@oracle.com or through our social channels on Twitter and Facebook.

This is a multimillion-dollar investment with the global resources and expertise of our mentors, customers, partners, technologies, and more. Additionally, Oracle will further support startup ecosystems through active participation with global and local sponsorships, events, PR, thought leadership, and other resources.