Questions about SITF
What is SITF?
SITF (Sustainable Innovation and Technology Foundation) is a foundation dedicated to developing technology entrepreneurship, supporting innovative startups and integrating them into the international ecosystem. It is part of the Nazarbayev University ecosystem.
What is SITF's mission?
Formulate, evaluate and promote solutions that accelerate innovation and improve productivity to drive growth, opportunity and progress.
Where is SITF based?
Astana, Kazakhstan — EXPO Multifunctional Complex, Block C2.1, Office 2.22.1.
Who leads SITF?
Aryngazin Askar Kanapevich, Chief Executive Officer, Doctor of Physical and Mathematical Sciences.
What is JAS Ventures Limited?
JAS Ventures Limited is the management company and holds the relevant AIFC license (CIS License). It manages JAS Ventures Capital, AI DALA Fund I and JAS NU.TECH Fund.
What programs does SITF run?
The GoAbroad accelerator, Startup World Cup Kazakhstan, a twice-yearly incubation program, grant, venture and investment activities, coworking, a Digital Platform, JAS Academy and community events.
What is GoAbroad?
An accelerator for Central Asian founders run by SITF and Silkroad Innovation Hub. 57 startups have gone through it across 2024–2026, and nine have taken the stage at TechCrunch Disrupt in San Francisco.
Who are SITF's partners?
Strategic partners include the Agency for Strategic Planning and Reforms, ERG Komek, McKinsey & Company, Boston Consulting Group, Kazakhmys and KAZMinerals, with Astana Hub and NU Impact Foundation.
How do I contact the foundation?
Use the contact form on this site or email info@sitf.group.
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