Accelerator Program 2026
A 7-day residential sprint to scale impact-driven social enterprises, bringing together 45 SEs from Peninsular Malaysia, Sabah & Sarawak under one roof in Kuala Lumpur.
45 Social Enterprises. One Malaysia.
A combined cohort drawn from Peninsular Malaysia, Sabah, and Sarawak, coming together for one residential Sprint at ASB, Kuala Lumpur.
- • 15 SEs from Semenanjung
- • 15 SEs from Sabah
- • 15 SEs from Sarawak
- • 5-day residential + Weekend Booth
- • Venue: ASB, Kuala Lumpur
- • Sprint: 18 – 24 August 2026
- • Flights & accommodation fully covered for Sabah, Sarawak, and non-Klang Valley Semenanjung participants
One cohort. Whole of Malaysia.
The Bangkit Accelerator Program is a collaboration between ASBhive and INSKEN to scale impact-driven social enterprises across Malaysia. For 2026, all 45 SEs from Peninsular Malaysia, Sabah, and Sarawak come together into a single residential Sprint at ASB, Kuala Lumpur, maximising peer learning, corporate matchmaking, and marketplace impact.
Social enterprises ready to scale
Bumiputera-led social enterprises in Malaysia with an existing product or service, building for both impact and commercial sustainability.
Built Around Three Pillars
Learning Modules
Expert-facilitated sessions on mindset, branding, business model design, go-to-market strategy, social procurement readiness, and pitching to corporates.
Hands-On Activities
Boardgame simulations, on-ground validation fieldwork (visiting real retail outlets), and rapid growth experiments tested live during the program.
Signature Events
Networking & matchmaking with corporates, SE Booth Exhibition at ASB, Weekend Public Marketplace, Fireside Chats, and a full Demo Day pitch showcase.
7 Modules
18 – 24 August 2026 · ASB, Kuala Lumpur
- 1
Arrival & Orientation
Welcome & cohort orientation · Mindset Lab · Theory of Change Recalibration ·
- 2
Brand, Market & Ecosystem
Branding for Scale · Marketing & GTM Strategy · Ecosystem Mapping · On-ground validation fieldwork ·
- 3
Business Model & Revenue
Business Model Design · Social Procurement & Revenue Diversification · Franchising Strategies ·
- 4
Pitch & Partnerships
Pitching to Corporates workshop · Corporate Matchmaking & Networking Session
- 5
Public Marketplace Weekend
External booth at corporate/public venue in KL · Real customer & buyer engagement
- 6
Demo Day & Close
Final pitches - all 45 SEs · Panel review · Program close · Debrief & departures
What You Get
Procurement & Investment Readiness
A corporate-ready pitch deck and a prioritised list of procurement and partnership prospects, built during the Sprint.
Corporate Marketplace Access
Direct exposure through the SE Booth Exhibition at ASB and a Weekend Public Marketplace open to corporate buyers and the general public.
Branding & Marketing Advisory
Hands-on guidance to sharpen your brand identity, refine your go-to-market positioning, and improve marketing assets from facilitators and corporate marketing leads.
Post-Program Support
3 months of continued mentorship, bi-weekly check-ins, virtual masterclasses, and future ecosystem programs
Key Dates
| Date | Milestone |
|---|---|
| 10 June 2026 | Applications open |
| 24 June 2026 | Applications close |
| 25–30 June 2026 | Interviews & selection |
| 7 July 2026 | Cohort announcement |
| 18 August 2026 | Program kick-off |
| 18–24 August 2026 | Residential Sprint, ASB KL |
| 23–24 August 2026 | Public Marketplace Weekend |
| End of August 2026 | Joint closing event |
What's Covered
- 7-day residential program at ASB, Kuala Lumpur
- Accommodation for non-Klang Valley participants
- Flights for Sabah & Sarawak SEs + non-Klang Valley Semenanjung SEs
- All meals & refreshments throughout the program
- Corporate matchmaking & procurement activation
- SE Booth Exhibition + Weekend Public Marketplace
- Certificate of completion
- 3-month post-program mentorship & masterclasses
A commitment fee of RM 100 per company applies.
Ready to Scale Your Social Enterprise?
Applications are open until 24 June 2026. Seats are limited to 45 social enterprises across Malaysia.
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