| Category |
Purpose |
Priority |
Examples |
| Distribution Partners |
Expand reach to target users |
High |
Accelerators, communities, platforms |
| Integration Partners |
Enhance product functionality |
High |
Data providers, complementary tools |
| Channel Partners |
Revenue through referrals |
Medium |
Affiliates, resellers, consultants |
| Technology Partners |
Improve capabilities |
Medium |
AI providers, cloud platforms |
| Strategic Partners |
Market positioning, credibility |
Low (initially) |
Industry leaders, enterprises |
Accelerators & Incubators
| Partner |
Audience Size |
Relevance |
Approach |
Potential Impact |
| Y Combinator |
500+ startups/batch |
High |
Offer free to YC companies |
50-100 users/batch |
| Techstars |
300+ startups/batch |
High |
Partnership with local programs |
30-50 users/batch |
| 500 Global |
200+ startups/batch |
Medium |
Batch sponsorship |
20-40 users/batch |
| Local accelerators |
20-50/batch |
Medium |
Direct outreach |
10-20 users/batch |
Value Proposition for Accelerators: Free/discounted access for portfolio companies, custom cohort reports, co-branded analysis templates, mentorship or workshop opportunities.