StartAruba, for Aruba.
StartAruba is a founder-first program designed to accelerate US market access for Aruba-based tech and innovation-driven entrepreneurs. The program will welcome 10 Aruba-based founders that have big dreams and would like to get started on their US journey.
After a successful first edition of the StartAruba Atlanta Mission, we are now launching the 2026 program which will feature:
A two-day bootcamp in Aruba from July 15-17, 2026
Virtual expert-led workshops between August - October, 2026
A week-long visit to the city of Atlanta, Georgia from Oct 11-17, 2026
Access to an exclusive US network, curated dinners and events
Access to the Venture Atlanta conference in October ($895 value)
A participation fee of $750 applies per startup for the full-week program. Gobierno di Aruba will support participating entrepreneurs with airfare and overnight accommodation in Atlanta.
Apply for the StartAruba Mission to Atlanta 2026 Program
StartAruba is supported by a number of organizations, looking to strengthen the Aruban tech-ecosystem and build the success stories of the future:
“This experience was no short of amazing for me and my company. It changed my perspective on many things within a week. ”
StartAruba is now accepting applications for this years’ Mission to Atlanta! Don’t miss this unique opportunity to be one of just 10 selected founders representing Aruba in October 2026!
Applications are now being accepted through June 10, selection day will be hosted virtually by June 15 (exact date TBD).
Designed for founders with bold US ambitions, supported by Aruban partners.
Interested in collaborating on the StartAruba Mission to Atlanta? Complete our partner contact form, and a member of our management team will reach out to connect!