Investing in future category-leaders
We combine capital, hands-on operational support and unique access to our corporate partners and global network.
Apply nowPlug your startup into the Founders Factory platform
Raise capital & grow your company
We invest cash + six months hands-on support from a dedicated team.
Collaborate 1:1 with our operations team to drive outcomes across mission critical areas - from strategy, partnerships, talent and growth to product, design and engineering.
Unrivalled access to market-leading corporates
We've partnered with the world's largest companies and brands across multiple sectors.
We enable transformational opportunities with our corporate partners, including pilots and commercial contracts, distribution, market intelligence and equity investment.
Join our global entreprenurship community
Born from Founders Forum, Founders Factory is part of the largest technology ecosystem in Europe.
We unlock significant value from our network, connecting you with investors, founders and industry experts.
We've scaled 300+ startups globally
Explore our pre-seed & seed stage programs
Home & Hygiene
FinTech
Psychedelic Therapy
Media & Live Events
Telecoms
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A dedicated team of experts
Our team of 100+ operators are professionals with deep industry, investment, and entrepreneurship experience, here to help you move forward faster.
Support across every startup function
Product & Design
We support product design and delivery, from wireframing and brand development to product management and code reviews.
Fundraising
Capital raise support from a team of experienced investors. Pitch at our investor showcase events and connect with top tier angels, family offices and VCs.
Growth
Strategic and hands-on support growing revenue and building your brand.
Talent
Recruit and retain a high calibre team that can deliver on your mission.
Data Science
Design and implement systems that extract knowledge out of data.
Strategic Partnerships
Forge partnerships with our corporate partners and other organisations in our network.
Corporate Development
Fundraising, commercial and legal support. Refine your investment materials, master your term sheets, investment agreements and team incentives.
PR & Communications
Develop a strategic communications plan and secure coverage in top tier publications.
Engineering
Support on high-level R&D strategy, tech stacks all the way to baseline data schemas and hiring.
Our corporate partners
Access to leading innovators in the world’s most influential companies is what we call an unfair advantage. Everything from distribution to data, relationships, credibility and capital.
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Helping you succeed is our #1 objective
FAQs
You can apply for our accelerator 365 days a year at https://foundersfactorystartups.typeform.com/to/WlDiIsRh
We're looking for founders with a product in market and early traction, typically at pre-seed to seed-stage in funding. If you are at that stage and are ready to leverage our network and expert team, now's the right time.
We support growth-driven companies by bringing together capital, expert operational support, and the scale of our corporate partners, not to mention our wider network of international brands, investors and fellow founders.
Our 6-month accelerator program is completely bespoke - the support you receive will depend on your startup's needs and growth objectives.
Find out more about startup accelerators and the difference between a startup accelerator versus an incubator.
The Founders Factory Team: We provide hands-on support across strategy, fundraising, ops, bizdev, product, design, tech, growth, PR, brand, and talent. Think of us as the senior team you couldn't afford to hire.
Our partners: You will unlock significant value from the corporate partner associated with your sector. Depending on your company and its needs, support could range from distribution, pilots, commercial partnerships, product validation, investment and more.
Our network: You will have access to our global network of partners, investors and fellow founders for life.
In our startup accelerator in London, we'll build you a 6-month bespoke program, invest capital (amount depending on the sector) and take 3%-7% equity, depending on your startup’s current valuation.
We're currently investing in startups across FinTech, Health, Home, and Psychedelics/Mental Health. We're launching more sectors soon.
Ours definitely is. We are 100% committed to helping you succeed, and our commitment doesn't stop once the program ends. See what our founders have to say.
When it comes to product, we believe that short term development resource is unsustainable. We'll work with you on your architecture, will help you review code, and will coach your team to deliver a better product. All of which will give you learnings you can take with you after the program.
While formal meetings will pause, you'll continue to leverage our global alumni network and knowledge. The Founders Factory network extends across 100+ corporates, investors across different stages, geographies and sectors, and a strong community of fellow founders.
At the very least, we'll help you build relationships with individuals within our partner's organisations, but there is no guarantee of a partnership materialising during the 6-month program. We’re proud of our record so far, but on both sides, people, strategy and objectives can change so it’s not something we can guarantee.
They don't. If a partnership forms with one of our corporate partners, it will be governed by the usual pilot or contract agreements between you and them all of which our team can help with.
Leverage our global network for life
The Founders Factory network is made up of 100+ corporates, investors across different stages, geographies and sectors, and a strong community of fellow founders.
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