ROUND ONE - Investment Readiness Program 2026

About

An 8-week investment readiness program designed for pre-seed founders, providing essential tools, mentorship, and direct access to investors to prepare them for raising their first round of funding. Participants will engage in practical workshops, receive tailored advisory support, and connect with a network of active investors and successful founders.

Benefits

• 💰Financial Support
  Access to a curated list of pre-seed investors from the UK, Europe, and beyond
• 🎓Mentorship Program
• 1:1 tailored fundraising advisory support from experienced founders and investors
• 🏢Networking Opportunities
  Direct access to active UK VCs, angels, and later-stage founders during the program
• 📈Curriculum Access
  Comprehensive curriculum developed from 25+ years of supporting founders, covering essential fundraising topics
• 🎤Demo Day
  Invitation to an exclusive investor dinner upon program completion for pitching to potential investors
• 🌐Alumni Network
  Ongoing support and connections through an alumni network after the program ends

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to pre-seed founders in the UK
• Must be serious about raising their first round of investment
• Limited to 10 high-potential founders per cohort
• No prior investment raised is required
• Must be available for weekly half-day sessions during the program

Participation Commitments

• Must attend one half-day session per week for the duration of the program
• Participation in an invite-only investor dinner at the end of the program
• Engagement in all workshop sessions and activities
• Completion of a short application detailing the startup and its journey

Target Region

United Kingdom

Target Sector

Startup and Investment