Deadline: 22 May 2025
Join their 12-week accelerator program, where you’ll collaborate with industry leaders to build and refine a growth strategy designed for long-term success.
You’ll focus on where to channel your energy, experiment rapidly, and make data-backed decisions to scale your business effectively.
The accelerator is designed to drive real funding outcomes through expert-led Funding Growth Workshops, Business Audits, Investor Office Hours, and tailored introductions to sector-specific investors. Participants will also benefit from pitch deck reviews and feedback from their Entrepreneurs in Residence (EIRs), peer-to-peer pitch practice sessions, an in-person expert-led pitch event, and 30-minute angel investment office hours.
The accelerator goes beyond the traditional pitch day by offering founders direct, ongoing access to industry experts and investors. Over 25+ hours of live workshops and 1:1 coaching, they’ll help you develop your growth strategy, identify your key metrics, and master the channels that drive your growth. They’ll work hand-in-hand with you to foster a bold, metrics-driven mindset to scale effectively.
What’s on offer?
- Strategic Business Audit
- Investor Relations & Introductions
- AI-powered Tools Support
- Expert Mentoring & Coaching
- Exclusive Access to Partner Discounts and Benefits
- Lifetime membership to the Foundervine community
What they will cover?
- Crafting Your Value Proposition
- Mastering Product Evolution & Strategic Pivots
- Perfecting Your Pitch: Storytelling & Strategy
- Mastering Key Financial Metrics
- Effective Cashflow Management
- Building a Strong Brand
- Marketing & Social Media Growth
- Creating a Winning Sales Strategy
- How to Pitch for Investment
- Navigating Capital Raising: How I Raised My First Seed Round
- Legal & Recruitment Essentials for Entrepreneurs
- Managing Mental Health as a Founder
Eligibility Criteria
- Your business
- Uses digital technology and/or AI to operate or deliver their value proposition.
- Ready to scale i.e. either seed stage or beyond, Received investment from private investor, Launched, live and functioning MVP, Revenue-generating
- A UK-registered business
- You/Your team
- At least 1 founder (or C-suite) self-identifies as Black or of Black heritage
- You have proven expertise in your industry
- You are available to attend all the masterclasses over the 12-week period
For more information, visit Foundervine.
