BROVIDING support at every stage of the startup journey-from research and commercialization to patent processes and investor matching-BTM also fosters the growth of startup culture in academia through collaborations with universities.

Founded by ICOC eight years ago to consolidate Istanbul’s startup potential, BTM offers comprehensive support, including training, seminars, mentorship, one-on-one consulting, participation in domestic and international fairs, investor matchmaking, demo day events, and 24/7 office space-completely free of charge. Startups are taken to global markets through BTM’s London and Dubai offices, established in partnership with YTÜ (Yıldız Technical University) Yıldız Teknopark.

4 MAIN PROGRAMMES

BTM offers four main programs tailored to different demands of startup development:

BTM Camp: For candidates looking to enter the startup ecosystem.

Pre-Incubation: Supports startups at the product or prototype stage. 

Incubation: Designed for incorporated startups with active sales.

Post-Incubation: Supports startups that have secured funding and are in scale-up phase.

Recently launched BTM TEKMER provides tax advantages, infrastructure, mentorship, and investor access for R&D and innovation-based startups. Operational since June, BTM TEKMER quickly reached full occupancy.

ENGAGING YOUTH IN THE ECOSYSTEM

BTM is particularly active in encouraging young entrepreneurs. The Early Entrepreneur Development (EED) Center Project, targeting individuals aged 14-19, aims to improve young people’s proficiency in science, technology, and entrepreneurship.

The BTM Campus Ambassadors Program, aimed at university students, extends startup culture on campuses while directly introducing students to BTM’s facilities. Campus ambassadors communicate BTM’s offerings to young entrepreneurs and gain experience in organization, communication, and community management. Supported by mentorship, internships, and career opportunities, the program contributes to students’ personal and professional development.

PRESENCE AT THE WORLD’S LEADING FAIRS

BTM participates in prestigious global fairs such as CES, MWC Barcelona, Hannover Messe, and JEC World, enhancing the visibility of Turkish startups in international markets. By collaborating with academics and university students, BTM also supports the commercialization of scientific research. Through its programs and international initiatives, BTM continues to create added value for Türkiye’s startup ecosystem and positions Turkish startups on the global stage.

Global office facilities in London and Dubai

Listed by Sweden-based UBI Global as the World’s Third Best Startup Center among over 2,000 centers in 90 countries, BTM has expanded its global presence through a partnership with YTÜ Yıldız Teknopark. The London and Dubai offices are jointly operated under this protocol.

The London office, located in the iconic Battersea Power Station, offers Turkish entrepreneurs a prestigious address within the UK’s US$ 1.2 trillion technology ecosystem, home to over 20,000 high-growth companies and 181 unicorns.

The Dubai office, situated in the Dubai World Trade Center, connects startups to one of the world’s most dynamic business hubs. Dubai’s US$ 43bn technology ecosystem has produced 10 unicorns and attracted over US$ 1.5bn in investment during the first half of