Reichman University’s Up-Rise Impact Accelerator

The Up-Rise Accelerator, operated by the Dean of Student Affairs in collaboration with the School of Entrepreneurship, is a unique program supporting student-led, for-profit ventures across a wide range of impact fields — including fintech, sustainability, equality, education, health, and food technologies. Each year, students demonstrate remarkable creativity and innovation, often developing bold new ideas. Yet they often lack the support and dedicated framework needed to turn their visions into reality. This is where Up-Rise comes in. The program provides ventures with a platform for growth and development, offering entrepreneurs the tools, guidance, and support they need at every stage of development.
We believe that success does not depend only on professional knowledge, but also the building of a strong network of contacts in the industry. To this end, Up-Rise partners with leading companies, organizations, investors, and executives who actively support participating ventures and help them establish a solid foundation for success.

What does the program include?

Participants in the program benefit from a rich combination of workshops, lectures, and close one-on-one mentoring with leading professionals. Each team is paired with an experienced entrepreneur who provides personalized guidance, helping the venture advance from its current stage. The program concludes with a final competition, sponsored by AU10TIX, in which the winning venture receives a substantial financial grant — worth tens of thousands of shekels — along with a comprehensive support package that includes office space, legal services, and financial consulting.