Startup Access founder Yelena Kadeykina: “Russia needs to develop a mentor community around technology entrepreneurship”

On December 8th a two-week incubator for Russian startups begins in Cambridge, Massachusetts – part of the successful Startup Access program that has already hosted a number of these events. The program provides startups the opportunity to work with experienced mentors who assist teams in creating a professional business plan to develop a successful marketing strategy.

There are also lectures on writing a business plan, finding investors, and IP protection – all presented by serial entrepreneurs as well as MIT faculty members.  Yelena Kadeykina, co-founder of Startup Access, discuss with RVC the kinds of challenges and opportunities that face Russian startups.