Ukrainian Business Leaders: Promoting Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program (UBL PIE)
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Ukrainian Business Leaders: Promoting Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program (UBL PIE) funds U.S. fellowships for Ukrainian entrepreneurs to build business skills, develop solutions, and forge partnerships.
Funder: American Councils for International Education
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (Spring 2027 application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Fully funded, month-long fellowship; international travel, visa expenses, and basic U.S. living costs covered
Summary: A U.S. fellowship helping Ukrainian entrepreneurs and business leaders strengthen business skills, develop innovative solutions, and build lasting partnerships.
Key Information: Applicants must be Ukrainian citizens currently residing in Ukraine; individuals residing or working outside Ukraine are ineligible.
Description
The Ukrainian Business Leaders: Promoting Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program (UBL PIE) is a U.S. Government-sponsored two-way exchange administered by American Councils for International Education and funded by the U.S. Embassy in Ukraine. It connects entrepreneurs, innovators, and businesspersons in Ukraine and the United States to build lasting business partnerships and develop innovative economic, policy, and business solutions.
The month-long fellowship combines hands-on work in a U.S. organization with entrepreneurship training, mentorship, leadership development, and networking. Participants learn business practices relevant to their work at home, with the goal of fostering innovation, stimulating private-sector economic growth in both countries, and helping fellows contribute to their businesses, communities, and Ukraine’s economy.
