Core Insights - YUE Accelerator, launched by Sequoia China, is now accepting applications for its 7th cohort, targeting early-stage entrepreneurs at the angel round or pre-angel stage [2][4][6] - Over the past three years, YUE has successfully attracted 77 early-stage entrepreneurs, with 35 companies achieving valuations over $30 million, 9 nearing or exceeding $100 million, and 1 reaching the "Cheetah" status with a valuation between $300 million and $500 million [3] Group 1: YUE Accelerator Overview - YUE is designed for extremely early and early-stage entrepreneurs, welcoming those with just an idea, regardless of their location or market focus [6] - Participants receive a minimum investment of 7 million RMB (approximately $1 million) from Sequoia China's seed fund [7] - The program offers a comprehensive entrepreneurial methodology covering key areas such as idea assessment, product development, talent recruitment, fundraising, and governance [7] Group 2: Program Structure and Benefits - The 7th cohort will run from October 9 to December 7, with classes held in Shanghai, Guangzhou, Hong Kong, and Yangshuo [11][12] - Key courses include topics on idea validation, team building, financial management, commercialization, fundraising, governance, and growth strategies [12][13] - Participants will have opportunities for enterprise visits and networking with successful alumni, fostering a supportive community [13][14] Group 3: Application Process - The application period runs from July 28 to August 18, followed by interviews and due diligence in late August and early September [11] - Even if not accepted, applicants can maintain contact with Sequoia investors and participate in future networking events [15]

YUE的核心理念"Founders Help Founders"，也是在这一刻具象化。截止到今天，YUE 06期已经收到了 1300+ 份注册，其中 600+ 已经提交了报名。一周后，我们希望在06期的报名池里看到你的身影。 YUE 06期的课程安排？ 在YUE每一期结束的当周，我们都会邀请当期学员谈谈自己的感受。 在那个时间点上，他们对YUE的记忆和体验最为清晰。这些对于即将到来的新一期学员，也最有借鉴意义。 今天，你能听到十多位05期学员在YUE课程模块结束之时，回顾这4周的"集训"给他们的创业带来了怎样的提 升： • ✦ ✦ 1 有的学员认为，在"孤独"的创业之路上，第一次在YUE找到了一个组织的感觉。一个来自创业者聚集的 群体，让大家彼此互相吸收能量。 有的学员第一次看到了"大量的创业盲区"，那些"课本里永远不会讲也看不到的东西"，以及来自"过来 人"的点拨，是无价的知识资产。 不少学员对那些"来自最一线的创业者和投资人"印象深刻——他们最真实的feedback，那些流过血和泪 的经验、教训，对他们帮助和启发最大。 他们希望"每个创业者都应该来系统性学一下这个课程"，"带着空杯心态去认真感受，一定会有 ...