Start before you have an idea
A free 4-week program for anyone who wants to find a problem worth solving, or test an idea they already have, and learn the basics of founding a startup.
- Next cohort
- March 2027
- Length
- 4 weeks
- Format
- One 3-hour workshop a week, in person or hybrid depending on the cohort
- Cost
- Free
Four stages to the launchpad
Find the right problem
Uncover real customer pain points, judge market opportunities and generate ideas with commercial potential, using exercises, AI-powered tools and case studies.
Validate the customer and market
Run customer discovery, market research and competitor analysis to confirm demand before you build anything.
Design your MVP
Define your value proposition, prioritise features and plan an MVP with no-code and AI tools, ending with a build-and-test roadmap.
Go from idea to startup
Develop a business model, plan your go-to-market and get early traction, ending with a roadmap for what comes next.
Up to $20K
In founder credit, to help selected founders build their MVP.
Questions
Who is it for?
Aspiring founders, students, professionals, researchers and first-time founders. You don't need any experience.
Do I need an idea?
No. The program starts with finding one.
How much time does it take?
One 3-hour workshop a week for four weeks, plus exercises between sessions.
Do you take equity?
The program takes no equity. Investors you meet may make offers in exchange for equity, and you're free to accept, decline or negotiate them.
What does it cost?
Nothing. It's free, funded by investors and sponsors.
Does it lead to the Accelerator?
Graduates can apply to the Accelerator. Acceptance isn't guaranteed.