Octopus Ventures has launched the Evolution to Entrepreneurship Programme to accelerate pre-seed deeptech startups and founders in their journey to solving some of the biggest global problems.
IN BRIEF:
- A 3-month part-time programme that is free of charge, hands on, and with a strong emphasis on “getting out there” and engaging with target markets to test your technology and understand customer needs.
- The programme will lead to investments of £500k-£1m in some of the companies completing the programme with a compelling technology addressing a large problem, subject to Investment Committee approval and standard Octopus processes.
- Octopus Ventures will be accepting applications until 15th March 2023.
What does this mean?
Octopus Ventures will support the selected founders in designing for product market fit at the pre/seed stage by providing a unique mix of ecosphere development, advice and training, and access to an extensive network of corporates across several industries.
