A 14-week program pairing startups with fractional teams of skilled professionals to tackle critical challenges like lead generation, product-market fit, and scaling operations.
Spring Cohort starts April 13, 2025
Scale Your Startup with Fractional Teams
- Need extra hands for high-priority tasks like marketing, product development, or scaling
- Struggle with limited budgets for hiring full-time staff
- Want expert-guided support to achieve measurable results in critical business areas
Designed for early-stage startups (Idea, MVP, or Early Traction):
What you’ll get
- Customized TeamsAccess to fractional teams focused on growth, product development, or hybrid tasks tailored to your needs1
- Expert OversightEach team is guided by Starta mentors and experienced professionals2
- Sprint-Based ApproachClear deliverables and progress tracking weekly3
- Practical DeliverablesFrom improved sales funnels to validated product features and investor-ready pitch decks4
- Support and ToolsGain exclusive perks, including discounts on platforms like AWS, HubSpot, and more5
- Networking OpportunitiesAccess to investors, advisors, and peers6
Program Schedule
Next cohort on April 13, 2025
Weeks 1-4
Weeks 1-4
Diagnostic & Strategy Development
Identify challenges, set priorities, and match your startup with a fractional team
A clear roadmap and the start of 1–2 high-priority tasks
- Diagnostic analysis based on a detailed startup questionnaire.
- Team onboarding and training on your processes and tools
- Workshops on legal, tax considerations, and foundational strategies
A clear roadmap and the start of 1–2 high-priority tasks
Weeks 5-8
Weeks 5-8
Execution & Iteration
Address top priorities and iterate based on feedback
Gain measurable project outcomes and improved teamwork skills
- Collaborate with teams on assigned tasks like marketing plans, product testing, or data analysis
- Participate in weekly feedback sessions and adjust your work based on mentor input
- Continue career coaching with a focus on skill gaps and job readiness
Gain measurable project outcomes and improved teamwork skills
Weeks 9-14
Weeks 9-14
Refinement & Scaling
Finalize deliverables and prepare for scaling
Leave with a strong portfolio, confidence, and actionable career strategies
- Present your completed projects to mentors and business teams
- Finalize your portfolio and prepare for interviews with personalized coaching
- Network with industry professionals during organized events
Leave with a strong portfolio, confidence, and actionable career strategies
collaborative programs with corporations and government organizations
Starta aims to transform education and innovation, creating impact for thousands of students and startups
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interns trained in startups and venture funds in New York
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students gained knowledge and practical experience
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mentors and instructors — leaders of startups and corporations
Our mission
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Our educational hub in Europe’s startup capital
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why should startups participate in the TeamUp Program?
TeamUp provides access to Fractional Teams, a cost-efficient way to accelerate your startup’s growth by delegating critical tasks to aspiring professionals supervised by Starta experts. This allows you to focus on strategic objectives while gaining quality output from skilled contributors.
How does the supervision by Starta experts add value?
Every team is overseen by seasoned industry professionals who ensure deliverables align with your startup’s goals and maintain high standards of quality.
TeamUp provides access to Fractional Teams, a cost-efficient way to accelerate your startup’s growth by delegating critical tasks to aspiring professionals supervised by Starta experts. This allows you to focus on strategic objectives while gaining quality output from skilled contributors.
How does the supervision by Starta experts add value?
Every team is overseen by seasoned industry professionals who ensure deliverables align with your startup’s goals and maintain high standards of quality.
What can startups expect to achieve by the end of the program?
Typical outcomes include:
What deliverables can we anticipate?
Depending on your assigned team, deliverables might include:
Typical outcomes include:
- Growth Team: Improved lead generation, marketing campaigns, and SEO optimization.
- Product Team: Enhanced product functionality, UX/UI improvements, and thorough testing.
- Hybrid Team: Integrated solutions across marketing, product, or business development.
What deliverables can we anticipate?
Depending on your assigned team, deliverables might include:
- A ready-to-use pitch deck.
- Improved product prototypes or features.
- Successful ad campaigns with measurable results.
Who oversees the Fractional Teams?
Starta experts and mentors, experienced in their respective industries, provide guidance and ensure alignment with your objectives.
Who are the Fractional Team members?
Emerging professionals with relevant skills in marketing, product development, or business strategy. Their work is vetted and supervised to meet startup needs.
Can we interact directly with Starta experts?
Yes, startups have opportunities to discuss strategy, clarify tasks, and receive tailored advice from our industry experts.
Starta experts and mentors, experienced in their respective industries, provide guidance and ensure alignment with your objectives.
Who are the Fractional Team members?
Emerging professionals with relevant skills in marketing, product development, or business strategy. Their work is vetted and supervised to meet startup needs.
Can we interact directly with Starta experts?
Yes, startups have opportunities to discuss strategy, clarify tasks, and receive tailored advice from our industry experts.
Who is the program ideal for?
TeamUp is best suited for:
Startups should have clear priorities, defined goals, and an ability to collaborate with the assigned team.
TeamUp is best suited for:
- Early-stage startups: Bootstrap, MVP, or Early Traction stages.
- Startups across industries such as SaaS, Consumer Tech, FinTech, and more.
Startups should have clear priorities, defined goals, and an ability to collaborate with the assigned team.
How is the right team assigned to my startup?
We conduct a detailed assessment to understand your startup’s needs and assign a team based on your priorities and industry.
What if my tasks aren’t fully completed during the program?
We provide recommendations for further development and connect you with resources in the Starta Network for continued support.
Can I extend the Fractional Team engagement beyond the program?
Yes, continued collaboration can be arranged after the program concludes.
What types of projects are suitable for Fractional Teams?
While TeamUp focuses on executing your specific projects, startups looking for extended networking opportunities, access to investor showcases, and in-person engagement with experts may benefit from our Starta Residence Program. Learn more here.
We conduct a detailed assessment to understand your startup’s needs and assign a team based on your priorities and industry.
What if my tasks aren’t fully completed during the program?
We provide recommendations for further development and connect you with resources in the Starta Network for continued support.
Can I extend the Fractional Team engagement beyond the program?
Yes, continued collaboration can be arranged after the program concludes.
What types of projects are suitable for Fractional Teams?
- Growth Teams: Focus on marketing campaigns, content creation, and SEO.
- Product Teams: Handle coding, UX/UI improvements, and testing.
- Hybrid Teams: Tackle a mix of product and growth-related tasks.
While TeamUp focuses on executing your specific projects, startups looking for extended networking opportunities, access to investor showcases, and in-person engagement with experts may benefit from our Starta Residence Program. Learn more here.
What is the cost of the TeamUp Program?
Program fees are competitive and vary depending on your specific needs and team size. For detailed pricing, please contact us.
Should startups plan for additional expenses?
Yes, depending on the nature of your tasks, additional costs for tools, integrations, or ad budgets may be required.
Program fees are competitive and vary depending on your specific needs and team size. For detailed pricing, please contact us.
Should startups plan for additional expenses?
Yes, depending on the nature of your tasks, additional costs for tools, integrations, or ad budgets may be required.
How does the program address issues or changes during the engagement?
A dedicated manager oversees all projects. If task priorities need adjustment, changes can be accommodated mid-sprint to ensure alignment with your goals.
What if we face challenges working with the Fractional Team?
Open communication is encouraged, and Starta mentors will assist in resolving any issues promptly.
A dedicated manager oversees all projects. If task priorities need adjustment, changes can be accommodated mid-sprint to ensure alignment with your goals.
What if we face challenges working with the Fractional Team?
Open communication is encouraged, and Starta mentors will assist in resolving any issues promptly.
Are there testimonials from previous participants?
Yes, startups have achieved measurable growth and efficiency improvements through TeamUp. Case studies showcasing successful collaborations will be shared upon request.
Yes, startups have achieved measurable growth and efficiency improvements through TeamUp. Case studies showcasing successful collaborations will be shared upon request.
What types of tasks do teams handle?
- Growth Team: Running ad campaigns, creating social media content, and optimizing websites for SEO.
- Product Team: Developing new features, testing prototypes, and improving UX/UI design.
- Hybrid Team: Combining tasks like landing page creation and CRM setup.
How long is the program, and when does the next cycle start?
The program spans 14 weeks, divided into three sprints. Start dates are announced on our website.
What is the format of the program?
Fully online, with collaboration facilitated through platforms like Zoom, Asana, and Slack.
What tools will be used during the engagement?
Project management tools (e.g., Asana), communication platforms (e.g., Slack), and video conferencing (e.g., Zoom).
The program spans 14 weeks, divided into three sprints. Start dates are announced on our website.
What is the format of the program?
Fully online, with collaboration facilitated through platforms like Zoom, Asana, and Slack.
What tools will be used during the engagement?
Project management tools (e.g., Asana), communication platforms (e.g., Slack), and video conferencing (e.g., Zoom).
What if a startup decides to withdraw from the program?
Refunds are not provided for early withdrawals, but exceptions may apply under extraordinary circumstances. Please refer to our refund policy here.
Can the program be rescheduled?
Starta reserves the right to adjust program schedules with prior notice to participants.
Refunds are not provided for early withdrawals, but exceptions may apply under extraordinary circumstances. Please refer to our refund policy here.
Can the program be rescheduled?
Starta reserves the right to adjust program schedules with prior notice to participants.