Founders Factory

Corporate-backed accelerator and incubator partnering with leading corporates to build and scale startups.

350+

Portfolio Companies

$3B+

Total Valuation

50-70

Batch Size

6 months

Program Length

Program Details

💰

Investment Terms

6-9% for $150K-$500K

Standard terms for all accepted startups

📅

Program Duration

6 months

Intensive mentorship and development

📍

Location

London, UK

Primary program locations

Investment Focus Areas

AI & Data

Future of Work

Sustainability

Consumer

B2B Software

Digital Health

Notable Success Stories

Onfido

$2B

Identity verification platform

What3Words

$200M

Location addressing system

Bought By Many

$350M

Pet insurance platform

Yoti

$300M

Digital identity platform

How to Apply to Founders Factory

📝 Application Requirements

• Complete online application form
• Team and founder information
• Product demo or prototype
• Market analysis and business plan
• Financial projections and metrics

⏱️ Selection Process

• Initial application review (2-3 weeks)
• Video interview round
• Partner interview sessions
• Final selection and offer
• Program begins following month

📅 Key Dates

• Application deadline: Quarterly cohorts
• Application deadline: Rolling applications
• Interview rounds: Following 4 weeks
• Selection notification: 8 weeks post-deadline
• Program kickoff: Next available batch

What Founders Factory Provides

💰 Funding & Resources:

•Initial seed funding as specified in program terms
•Access to follow-on funding opportunities
•Office space and co-working facilities
•Legal, accounting, and business services
•Technology credits and software discounts

🚀 Mentorship & Network:

•World-class mentor network and advisors
•Access to successful alumni network
•Weekly educational workshops and talks
•Demo day presentation to investors
•Ongoing support after graduation

How to Apply to Founders Factory

Founders Factory has helped 350+ startups succeed. Follow these tips to strengthen your application and increase your chances of acceptance.

•Research their portfolio companies and investment thesis thoroughly
•Prepare a compelling pitch deck highlighting your traction and vision
•Connect with alumni for insights and potential introductions
•Visit their official website for application deadlines and requirements