MARCH 2026, HONG KONG
JUMPSTARTER
FOR ONE EARTH
JUMPSTARTER for One Earth seeks tech-driven startups and scaleups committed to driving global positive change and sustainable development. We are looking for ventures leveraging AI to boost productivity and innovate across diverse sectors. These companies must demonstrate a measurable, long-term positive impact on their industry and communities, aligning with United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Join us to accelerate your growth, drive technological advancement, and make a meaningful impact on industry and communities worldwide.
WHY APPLY?
TAKE YOUR STARTUP TO THE NEXT LEVEL
Pitch to top investors & corporates
Win a share of
up to US$5 million investment
Gain global recognition & media exposure
Connect with Alibaba ecosystem
Free exhibition opportunity
Sponsored travel to HK for the Grand Finale
TOP 100
TOP 30
Final Pitch
WINNER
Opportunity to Pitch to Renowned Judges
Exposure to Top Investors and Corporates
Basic Brand Exposure on JUMPSTARTER Website (name and link)
Opportunity to join Alibaba Netpreneur Training Program
LEARN MORE
Enhanced Brand Exposure on JUMPSTARTER Website (name, logo, link, profile, video feature) and Social Media Channel
Mentorship
Sponsored Travel to Grand Finale in Hong Kong
Designated Grand Finale Booth
On-Stage Final Pitch at Grand Finale
Top Investor Meeting Line-Up
Up to US$5 million investment
Cash Award
WHAT DO THE JUMPSTARTER
FINALISTS SAY?
WHO CAN APPLY?
JUMPSTARTER welcomes STARTUPS & SCALEUPS that should be tech-based by utilizing AI to enhance productivity or create new use cases across a wide range of industries, incl. but not limited to the following sectors, and be sustainable by contributing to one or more UN SDGs.
The company has raised less than US$20 million in funding to date.
Applicant must be the Founder or Co-founder of the company.
The company must possess an innovative business idea, product, or service and demonstrate how its innovation and technology have impacted the business, industry, and people.
The startup must desire to make Hong Kong and/or other cities in the GBA part of its future plans.
INDUSTRY FOCUS
JUMPSTARTER welcomes startups from all industries, including but not limited to:
CREATIVE
INDUSTRIES
CONSTRUCTION &
PROPERTY TECH
CONSUMER
GREEN TECH
FINTECH
HEALTHCARE
HOW TO APPLY
Submit online application with nominee
information and required materials
JUDGING CRITERIA
30%
Innovation or Industry Disruption
Evidence of innovative advances in product, service, application, adoption etc
Potential to disrupt the relevant industry
Value proposition
30%
Business Model, Traction, Growth Potential and Strategies
Ability of the idea to generate revenue
Competitiveness, barriers to entry, first mover advantages, etc
Unit economics and scalability
Operation and financial metrics, milestones and achievements since inception
Forecast and product roadmap
20%
Team Background and Strength
Capabilities and expertise to execute the business plan
Passion, ambition, vision and culture
20%
Impact and Sustainability
Positive Impact: Demonstrates a measurable long-term positive effect on the industry and communities, including environmental conservation, social equity, or economic improvement
UN SDG Alignment: The solution contributes to one or more United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
BONUS
* Bonus Score 5% (max.) will be added to the total score if the company has Hong Kong or the Greater Bay Area nexus (Founder Background + HK / GBA Plan)
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SELECTION PROCESS

ONLINE SCREENING & SCORING

  • The screening and scoring will be processed by the AEF team.
  • A total of 100 teams will be shortlisted.

DUE DILIGENCE

Why And How Due Diligence Is Conducted?

  • To ensure all finalists are qualified for the Final Pitch, the top 30 finalists are required to go through a due diligence process conducted by the Investment Manager of the Alibaba Entrepreneurs Fund before advancing to the FINAL pitch.
  • Due diligence is a rigorous evaluation of an investment opportunity before the commitment to invest. The process involves an in-depth investigation of the market opportunity, business model, key performance metrics, and management team.

FINAL PITCH – TOP 30
(ONSTAGE PITCH)

  • Present your business pitch ideas to a panel of judges in either English, Cantonese or Mandarin
  • Present your pitch deck in English only
  • Pitch Rule: To be announced.
  • All pitch sessions will be recorded and publicly displayed online.