A 2-week programme in October 2026, designed for founders who have already begun engaging with the market in the United States. Apply now!
This programme supports you to move beyond initial conversations, experience Silicon Valley’s thriving digital tech scene first-hand, build on existing connections, and establish a strong, credible presence within the ecosystem.
This programme consists of two weeks on location in San Francisco, as well as pre-departure activities, designed to help you:
This is a supported, participant-led experience. We’ll set the scene, support you to define your strategic priorities, and provide mentorship, while you drive your own business development on the ground.
Silicon Valley provides unparalleled opportunities for founders to learn, network, and grow their ventures in the Bay Area of California, home to the highest concentration of tech startups and investors worldwide.
Techscaler’s overall mission is to provide a platform to amplify Scotland’s entrepreneurial ambition, and we want to create tangible value for early-stage companies across fintech, health, climate, and enterprise AI software companies seeking engagement with the US market.
The timing of this programme aligns with San Francisco Tech Week creating a dense schedule of high-value events and meetings.
We’re looking for up to 10 ambitious participants who meet the following profile:
Looking to get a head start? Read our guide to help you prepare your application, sharpen your positioning, and demonstrate real traction.
We will be prioritising participants who are either working on raising money or gaining customers based in the US. If you don’t think you meet all of these criteria but believe this opportunity is the right next step for your company, we still encourage you to apply as we will review your US expansion plan as part of the application process.
You must be a Techscaler member and able to represent both your company and Scotland’s tech ecosystem professionally. Please note that you can’t apply on behalf of someone else.
You must be a Techscaler member before you can apply for this opportunity.
If you or your organisation are not a Techscaler member, this form will first direct you to apply for membership; please do this by 9am Wednesday, 1 July (membership is fully funded). This ensures we are able to process your membership application in time for you to then apply for the Silicon Valley Programme.
If you are already a Techscaler member, you will be given a direct link to the Silicon Valley Programme application form. You must complete and submit this before the deadline of 9am Tuesday, 7 July.
If you have any questions about this process please contact membership@techscaler.co.uk.
We know two weeks can be a big commitment. If you have caring or personal commitments that might affect your availability for the whole duration of the trip, just let us know when registering your interest. It won’t count against you - we’re happy to be flexible and support your needs.
If you or a colleague have previously taken part in an international Programme representing the same organisation, Techscaler will only partially cover your participation. See the breakdown below:
If you’re unsure where you sit on the International Programme eligibility criteria, please get in touch with the International team at education@thisiscodebase.com.
"The Techscaler Silicon Valley Programme was hugely beneficial for us and directly led to investment from the US"
Barry Leaper, Founder of LiberEat