Accelerating innovations and disrupting industries

Sky is not a limit. We are accelerating start-ups to the moon and further. Building competitive start-up ecosystem and unlocking the potential of start-ups in Europe.

The story behind AceOn

What started as a non-profit accelerator for start-ups and traditional businesses turned into complex accelerator program with exceptional program, mentors, and speakers. Back in 2019, we organised our first accelerator under #accacelife civic association and since 2023, we work together with ZAKA VC fund.

We continue on our journey providing ambitious founders the opportunity to further develop their businesses, support entrepreneurship and deliver insights into various start-up “must-know” topics such as fundraising, valuation, business development, marketing, founder vesting, design thinking and more.

WHO WE ARE

Created by skilled entrepreneurs and start-up enthusiasts from advisory & BPO company Accace, together with ZAKA VC fund, our accelerator program is designed to turn entrepreneurs' ideas into successful businesses.

The world-class accelerator consists of two programs – Spring Accelerator and Autumn Accelerator that can take place either online or offline. With a diverse team of skilled mentors and experts you can get support and first-hand insights into finance, business development, marketing and more.

With a long history of helping and guiding start-ups, we have helped dozens of European start-ups to grow and shine.

Look no further: Join the AceON accelerator for start-ups, get access to the network of like-minded people. We got you covered from mentorship to possible investment.

Our vision

Our vision is to boost talents and shape the start-up ecosystem across Europe.

Who is behind AceON

Accace currently employs more than 800 professionals globally, united by mutual drive for progress, new technologies and personal approach. It is trusted by start-ups, SMEs, and global businesses thanks to comprehensive range of services in the field of accounting, taxes, law, payroll, and HR solutions.
About Accace
ZAKA is a VC fund that backs pre- seed companies using purely private money and actively helps them make a mark. ZAKA is all about long term support, not bound by typical VC periods.
About ZAKA

Meet OUR TEAM

Peter Pašek

Peter Pašek

Co-founder AceON | Managing Director & Partner Accace Slovakia

Peter Pašek

Since 2013, Peter has managed Accace, one of the largest consulting companies on the Slovak market. Recognized as specialist in transaction and tax consulting, he participated in several sales of companies, set up the structure of the transaction and represented companies in negotiations with investors.
Ján Kasper

Ján Kasper

Co-founder AceON | Co-founder & Managing Partner ZAKA

Ján Kasper

Experienced entrepreneur operating in 50 companies across 9 different industries, generating a total revenue of 700 million EUR. His primary interests lie in the communication, energy, leisure & hospitality, and real estate and development sectors. Obtained his MBA at Webster and PHD at Comenius University.
Petra Konarikova

Petra Konáriková

Strategy & Partnerships

Petra Konáriková

Petra is experienced in marketing, communication and brand development. She leads the team that organizes the AceON Accelerator, coordinates corporate CSR and employer branding projects, and is passionate about connecting (with) people.
Martina Mandakova

Martina Mandáková

Marketing & Community

Martina Mandáková

In addition to working with tech start-ups in both accelerator and incubator, she has experience in marketing, sales, graphic and web design and years of experience running own business.
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Spring Accelerator 2024
Participating in the AceON Spring Accelerator was a game-changer for our startup Jusi. The program's intensive webinars and personalized mentorship helped us refine our business model and accelerate our growth. The support from experienced mentors and access to a vast network of industry professionals were invaluable. By the end of the program, we had a solid MVP and were ready to enter the market with confidence. Ready to investment stage!

Konstantin Doronin

CEO
Jusi
Spring Accelerator 2024
As a startup that recently participated in the AceON Accelerator program, I can confidently say that our experience was exceptional! AceON provided an incredible ecosystem of knowledge and support. The speaker sessions were truly invaluable, covering a wide range of topics from fundraising to growing the startup! The practical advice from mentors was actionable and tailored to our specific needs. Moreover, the networking opportunities were abundant, allowing us to connect with other startups and industry experts. From day one until the Demo Day, AceON fostered an environment of growth, learning, and collaboration!

Phi Long Bui

Co-CEO
Swayme
Spring Accelerator 2024
AceON start-up accelerator was perfect for Flyer’s Guard. The remote evening sessions fit my schedule, and I learned a lot without feeling overwhelmed. The contacts I made turned into valuable business partnerships. Plus, their free consultations after the program are a great bonus. Highly recommend!

Michal Roth

CEO
Flyer´s Guard

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