ScaleBridge U.S.
Miami Chapter 2026
Your U.S. Expansion Program
Prepare your U.S. market entry remotely, then land in Miami for focused meetings, ecosystem access, and visibility around eMerge Americas (April 22–24, 2026).
Validate. Land. Expand.
U.S. expansion becomes expensive when market conditions are estimated rather than understood.
Many international companies enter the U.S. too early or with a narrative that does not translate. Capital, time, and credibility are often lost before real readiness is established.
Validation and local support are the key to your successful expansion.
ScaleBridge U.S. exists to prepare companies before decisions become irreversible.
What You Get
Online Preparation Sprint
Structured workshops and 1:1 advisory sessions to prepare companies for U.S. market entry before arrival.
Miami Soft Landing
Curated partner visits, targeted introductions, and a dedicated workspace for focused meetings.
Demo Days (Internal + External)
Internal pitch pressure-testing with advisors, followed by exposure to U.S. investors and ecosystem stakeholders.
Visibility & Events
Contextualised ecosystem access, side events, and participation or exhibition aligned with eMerge Americas.
The 3-Phase Program
Phase 1 - Online Preparation
To have a U.S.-ready value proposition, a winning pitch and potential meetings pipeline, the participants start with a structured pre-event preparation focused on:
- Miami and the U.S. tech ecosystem (Miami vs. other states)
- Visa, employment, company formation, and IP fundamentals
- Cultural differences in U.S. communication and decision-making
- Remote prospecting and sales tooling
- Selling and pitching the U.S. way
5
Virtual workshops with U.S. experts
2
1-on-1 advisory sessions
1
Internal Demo Day with expert feedback
1
Demo Day pitching to U.S. investors and ecosystem players
Phase 2 - Miami Soft Landing (In-person)
Participants spend an intensive week in Miami with:
Partner visits (accelerators, government organizations, legal and professional service providers)
Investor and partner meetings (supported scheduling)
In-person workshops with local experts focused on market entry, sales, pitching, and legal topics
Community immersion through curated side events and pitch opportunities
Event access (VIP tickets or booth options), aligned with eMerge Americas
5
In-person workshops by local experts
4
1-on-1 advisory sessions
3
Internal Demo Day with expert feedback
2-day
Participation with VIP access at eMerge Americas
About eMerge Americas
eMerge Americas brings together over 20,000 founders, investors, corporates, and public-sector leaders, positioning Miami as a gateway to the Americas. The event acts as a concentration point for talent, capital, and decision-makers — creating timing and relevance for U.S. market entry.
Phase 3 - Post-Program Expansion
For participants who decide to proceed with U.S. expansion, ScaleBridge U.S. offers continued, strategic support – tailored to your needs – including:
Marketing and partnership development
Sales & Fundraising support
Legal support
Office space
Timeline
Selection
Applications Open
Applications Close
Program
Phase 1 (Online)
Phase 2 (Miami Week)
Phase 3 (Post-Program Support)
Why Miami — and Why Now
We know that entering a new market can be a daunting task—you feel lost, with no connections, no market knowledge, and no visibility. We’ve created a program that eliminates these risks and helps you to successfully enter the U.S. market.
It’s rare to find Sherpas in Miami, but we are acting as one for you.
Miami has emerged as a practical U.S. entry point due to
- Its role as a springboard to the U.S. and Latin America
- A growing technology ecosystem supported by accelerators, investors, and government initiatives
- Florida’s lack of state income tax, benefiting businesses
Combined with the timing of eMerge Americas and Startup Grind’s local network, Miami offers ecosystem concentration, international reach, and local depth — rather than dispersion.
ScaleBridge U.S. In Action — 2025 Edition
“The program went way beyond our expectations. The organizers delivered a very high-quality and comprehensive experience. These are the kinds of programs that shape the future.”
Barbara Balázs
Export Development Coordinator, Hungarian Innovation Agency
“I learned a lot — especially about legal aspects of relocating to the U.S., company setup, and how to approach people and networking. It was a very well-organized program.”
Zoltan Papp
Founder & CEO, EV.analytica
5 startups · 75+ meetings · 95% satisfaction
Partners
ScaleBridge U.S. is proudly supported by ecosystem partners across Miami and Florida, including public-sector organizations, accelerators, and workspace providers.
Organizers
ScaleBridge U.S. is jointly organized by:
Startup Grind Miami
Part of the world’s largest startup community, connecting founders, investors, and innovation leaders across 600+ cities. Startup Grind Miami plays a central role in convening the local ecosystem and facilitating meaningful founder–stakeholder connections.
iScale Group
A London-based international innovation and market-entry partner working with startups, corporates, and governments across Europe, the U.S., and Asia. iScale specializes in innovation scouting, structured internationalisation programs, and financing corporate–startup pilot projects.
Management
Speakers & Advisors
Who The Program is For
While the program is sector-agnostic, it has particularly strong relevance for companies operating in:
AI & Deep Tech
Health & HealthTech
FinTech & Financial Services
GovTech / Dual-use / National Security–adjacent technologies
Ready for U.S. Expansion?
If you are actively considering your U.S. market entry, we want we invite you to start the conversation.
Your ScaleBridge U.S. – Miami Chapter 2026 participation covers:
- Structured online preparation phase
- Miami Soft Landing program week
- VIP access to eMerge Americas
- Shared exhibition booth (20×20 sq ft) during the event
- Demo Days & pitching
- Curated meetings with investors, partners, and ecosystem stakeholders
Startups
ScaleBridge U.S. works with a limited cohort of companies each year.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Selected applicants are invited to a short qualification call.
$7,000 per startup
Innovation Enablers
If you represent an innovation agency, accelerator, university, or public program and plan to nominate 5+ startups, tailored delegation packages and partner pricing are available.
If you represent an innovation agency, accelerator, university, or public program and plan to nominate 5+ startups, tailored delegation packages and partner pricing are available.
All prices are net. VAT is added only if applicable. Travel and accommodation are not included.
Post-program support is optional and charged separately, if required.
FAQs
ScaleBridge U.S. combines structured online preparation with a curated in-person soft landing in Miami.
The program includes:
- Online preparation workshops and 1:1 advisory sessions
- Sales prospecting and U.S.-specific positioning support
- Internal and external demo days with feedback from U.S. stakeholders
- Partner visits, curated introductions, and ecosystem access in Miami
- Alignment with eMerge Americas and relevant side events
Post-program support is available for participants that decide to proceed with U.S. expansion.
The program runs from April to May 2026, structured across three phases:
- Online Preparation (early April)
- Miami Soft Landing (April 20–24, 2026)
- Optional Post-Program Support (from May onward)
A detailed session-by-session agenda is shared with selected applicants during the qualification process.
Workshops and advisory sessions are practical, senior-level, and context-driven.
Topics include:
- U.S. market positioning and ecosystem dynamics
- Cultural and communication differences
- Sales prospecting and early pipeline development
- Pitching and narrative alignment for U.S. investors
1:1 advisory sessions focus on decision readiness, not generic acceleration.
ScaleBridge U.S. prioritizes relevance over volume.
Participants benefit from:
- Curated introductions to investors, partners, and ecosystem stakeholders
- Structured partner visits and targeted meetings
- Access to community and side events around eMerge Americas
- Demo Day exposure with contextualized follow-up opportunities