Deadline: 15 May 2024
Applications are now open for the Barclays Black Founder Accelerator, a dedicated 12-week programme designed to champion Black founder-led businesses through a series of masterclasses and one-to-one mentoring to help them accelerate and grow.
Bringing expertise from sales, marketing, technology, business and investment, the programme will provide you with the tools you need to take your business to the next level.
This accelerator offers a series of expert-led masterclasses, covering various topics essential for business growth. Throughout the duration of the program, you’ll participate in weekly sessions led by industry leaders, delving into subjects such as financial metrics, cash flow management, product development, marketing strategies, recruitment techniques, pitching skills, and fundraising strategies.
Specially chosen mentors will be paired with the selected start-ups and will work closely with them during the programme and beyond to help them grow and scale.
Benefits
- This unique experience will enable you to develop new skills, gain support, learn vital tools and improve your pitch to help you successfully scale your business.
- Mentoring & coaching
- Dedicated Barclays champion
- Access to cutting edge resources
- Pitch your business to investors and VC’s
- Access to Eagle Labs & Barclays network
- Lifetime membership of the Foundervine community
Eligibility Criteria
- Your Business
- Uses digital technology to operate/deliver their value proposition
- Ready to scale i.e either seed stage or beyond, received investment and launching your MVP
- 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.
