The Evolution to Entrepreneurship Programme has been launched to accelerate pre-seed deeptech startups and founders in their journey to solving some of the biggest global problems. The 3-month part-time programme will:
- Be free of charge, hands on, with a strong emphasis on “getting out there” and engaging with target markets to test your technology and understand customer needs.
- 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.
- Likely lead to investments of £500k-£1m in some of the companies completing the programme with a compelling technology addressing a large problem.
10 of the most promising technologies enabling a sustainable planet will be selected for the programme. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and we would highly recommend applying early. The deadline for applications is 15th March.
You can submit your application here
The table below includes key dates for the application and the programme, and you can find more details on the programme in the FAQs.
| Key dates | |
| Application period | 22nd February – 15th March |
| Meetings with shortlisted candidates & 2nd round | Rolling basis, finishing by end of March |
| Final selections | 15th March – 31st March |
| Finalists notified | 3rd April
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| Cohort onboarding & mentor matching | Mid-April |
| Evolution to Entrepreneurship Programme | 24th April – 18th July 2023 |
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24th– 25th April 2023 |
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6th June 2023 |
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18th July 2023 |
In case you have any questions regarding the programme feel free to directly reach out to the Octopus Ventures pre-seed deeptech team.
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