Moreover, SUC has a longer term focus, with goals not tied solely to valuations, but a focus on creating an entrepreneurial ecosystem. Interestingly, it includes a special programme for female-founders. Selected start-ups receive around USD 14 000 equity free and 4 months acceleration (i.e. seed investment, connections, mentorship, educational components) that culminate in a public pitch event. After the 4 months, successful start-ups may apply for the seed programme. There are two application rounds per year selecting 20-30 high potential female founded start-ups in each round. Instead of establishing a gender quota for the accelerator, SUC decided that a supported programme for less experienced female entrepreneurs would have a stronger impact on changing the low-female-founded start-up ratio.