Your Entry to China's Startup Ecosystem.
We connect international founders to the resources, support, and community they need to build and grow in China — backed by government, rooted in community.
We ensure that every international founder has the resources, support, and community they need to thrive in China.
The Alliance leverages the robust government and academic infrastructure of the ITCP to deliver tangible value to founders.
We are your entry to China's startup ecosystem.
The Startup Alliance is the primary interface between international founders and the full breadth of Chaoyang’s innovation ecosystem. We are more than a service provider — we are a community, a strategic advisor, and a dedicated partner at every step of your journey.
Services Available
Across 8 categories
Industrial Talents
In our Network
Countries
Represented
Years of ITEC
China top competition
Everything you need to build in China.
Policy & Government Support
Navigate grants, incentives, and regulatory processes with direct institutional access.
Space & Workspace
Subsidized co-working, dedicated desks, and private offices in central Chaoyang.
Incubation & Training
Structured programs to take your idea from concept to company.
Investment Access
Warm introductions to investors, pitch support, and co-investment opportunities.
Industry & Market Access
Connections to corporate partners, pilot scenarios, and distribution channels.
Living & Lifestyle Support
Housing, visas, settlement services, and access to Beijing's best districts.
The Startup Alliance
––––– Your primary interface for workspace, mentorship, professional services, and network access.
The Startup Alliance is the founder-facing organization that serves as the primary interface to the entire ecosystem. It is more than just a service provider; it is a community, a strategic advisor, and a dedicated partner committed to your success.
POLICY & REGULATORY ACCESS
The initiatives that make our community multifaceted.
Our ecosystem is built on purpose-designed initiatives — each addressing a distinct layer of the founder journey, together forming a deeply integrated support system for international talent in China.
ITCP
International Talent Co-Founder Program
––––– provides direct, institutional access over a dozen municipal and district-level government agencies.
Your direct link to government. ITCP provides institutional access to over a dozen municipal and district-level agencies — streamlining policy navigation, company registration, and incentive applications.
SPACE & INFRASTRUCTURE
OUR Park
International Talent Entrepreneurship Park
––––– Free hot-desking and subsidized private offices for early to growth stages.
A 4,000 sqm campus in central Chaoyang. Subsidized workspace, roadshow halls, and event spaces — a physical home for the ecosystem where founders work, connect, and grow.
UNIVERSITY PARTNERSHIP
OUR CENTER
International Student Entrepreneurship & Talent Development Center
––––– Empowering the Next Generation of Talents from idea to incubation.
Co-created with five leading Beijing universities — UIBE, CUC, CAFA, BJUT, and BISU. Systematic training, mentorship, and full-cycle incubation for international student founders.
COMMUNITY & NETWORK
ATA
Alumni Talent Alliance
––––– Largest Community of International Students Graduating from Chinese Universities
The largest network of international talent in Beijing. 5,000+ members from 100+ countries, 200+ partner organizations. Policy guidance, career development, and entrepreneurial support.
FLAGSHIP COMPETITION
ITEC
International Talent Entrepreneurship Conference
––––– Organized by CHAOYANG District
13 years running. One of China’s largest startup competitions — 5,215 projects, 20,000 founders, 140+ countries, ¥50M RMB in prizes. A direct pathway to policy, workspace, and funding.
INVESTMENT
Lingxin Capital
Strategic Investment Arm
––––– Provides direct investment to high-potential startups
The investment arm of the Startup Alliance ecosystem. Lingxin Capital provides direct investment to high-potential startups — from seed to Series A — alongside board support and full network access.
The Startup Alliance is the founder-facing organization that serves as the primary interface to the entire ecosystem. It is more than just a service provider; it is a community, a strategic advisor, and a dedicated partner committed to your success.
40+ services.
One point of contact.
From company registration and workspace to fundraising and go-to-market support, the Startup Alliance provides a full suite of services across eight categories. Choose what you need, or let us build a package around your goals.
Market Entry & Strategy
Company Setup & Operations
Workspace & Facilities
HR, Talent & Training
Go-to-Market & Growth
Government, Policy & IP
Fundraising & Network
Community & Ecosystem
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A community built around founders.
We run regular events, workshops, and programs throughout the year — and document it all.
we hosted 100+ international founders, investors, and policy leaders at Jin Shangyuan for our Community Pitch Night — guided by Chaoyang District Talent Work Bureau and co-hosted with Founders Lair.
On December 2nd, we hosted 100+ international founders, investors, and policy leaders at Jin Shangyuan for our Community Pitch Night […]
we hosted 100+ international founders, investors, and policy leaders at Jin Shangyuan for our Community Pitch Night — guided by Chaoyang District Talent Work Bureau and co-hosted with Founders Lair.
On December 2nd, we hosted 100+ international founders, investors, and policy leaders at Jin Shangyuan for our Community Pitch Night […]
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Built with the support of leading institutions.
Our work is made possible by a network of government bodies, universities, corporations, and investment partners.
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