Ok, I have been reading lots of threads and questions regarding non-US based startups, but if some of the YC guys would jump in would help clarify what's the real story once for all..?<p>How does it work if you are ready to move to the bay area for a while, but would love to be back in Europe after the three months program is over?<p>Would you consider only UK/IE based companies or you are ready to take a leap of faith for teams that would like to live in a non-english speaking country like Spain or France? just to name a few..<p>I am sure this would bring a lot of bright ideas to YC and open the EU market a bit too..<p>Silvia aka hiromichan :)
I think I need to clarify my statement here.. By saying "open EU market a bit too" I meant that I think it is beneficial for European startups and entrepreneurs wannabe if they know they can easily apply for programs like ycombinator and bring their knowledge and product back to the mother land once the program is over. Of course there are a lot of programs that deserve consideration in Europe too, but I am sure everyone likes to have the full choice available instead of picking something just because it's closer to where I live or I want to.
As a consequence.. This would also open up YC to a lot of bright ideas to other countries in the world..
Thanks for answering guys :)
(I'm not from YC)<p>If your talented with good ideas and a personality that can work with others...I sure they would give you an opportunity regardless of where you intend to live.<p>It's a numbers game and it's much harder to be successful in the startup world in Europe than the US. The ecosystem is vital and many times the environment is the difference maker.<p>"open up the European market a bit too". When going outside of Silicon Valley (besides Austin Texas) you have to remember that your not facing the best competition of the USA. You're opposition is the best talent of every nation that moved there.<p>If you can beat the odds, they would be interested.