The Scale Circle with Foundervine

Unlock Your Scaling Potential

The Scale Circle is a UK-wide, post-accelerator programme designed for established, revenue-generating founders ready to scale beyond early growth. If your business is generating consistent revenue and you’re navigating the complexity of scaling - more customers, larger teams, systems, and strategic choices - this is the support you need next. We help founders move from traction to sustained scale through structured peer-led engagement and outcomes-focused dialogue.

Structured Support for the Scaling Stage

The Scale Circle brings founders together in small, curated cohorts to tackle real business challenges through regular facilitated sessions and in-hub gatherings. This isn’t another accelerator - it’s a programme built for founders who are already performing and now want the right environment, peer accountability, and strategic support to grow with intention. Expect practical insights, curated expertise, and a community of founders facing similar growth complexities.

What's on offer

Curated Peer Circles for Established Founders

In-Person Hub Access & Regional Ecosystem Connections

Strategic Introductions to Mentors, Buyers & Industry Leaders

Structured Accountability Designed to Drive Action

Exclusive Access to Partner Discounts and Benefits

National Growth Summit Showcasing Founder Progress

Meet some of our facilitators

Ash Phillips

Founder of Rebellious Co

Luigi Meschini

Pre-Series A Lead at VenturePath

Izzy Obeng

CEO, Foundervine

Rishi Chowdhury

Founder, Incube Space

Camille McFarlane

Investment & Export Consultant at JAMPRO

2026 timeline

There are only 48 spaces available on this programme, delivered through a combination of virtual and in-person events from June through to September 2026.

23 March

Applications open

04 May

Applications close

09 June

Programme starts

01 September

National Summit day

Regional Cohorts. National Network.

The Scale Circle is delivered across eight UK hubs, bringing together established founders in local peer cohorts while connecting them into a wider national scaling network.

Birmingham

Brighton

Bristol

Edinburgh

Leeds

London

Manchester

Newcastle

Process Criteria

Application process

Competition is fierce for this transformative programme, so we have a 3-stage application process to ensure applicants and their businesses are at the right stage of their journey and are able to gain the most benefit from the programme.

Stage 1

Written application

Please check that you meet the criteria mentioned. If you do, then complete the application form.

Stage 2

Interview

Shortlisted applicants from stage 1 will go through a virtual interview with Foundervine lasting 20 minutes

Stage 3

Final Selection

Shortlisted applicants will have 2 days to accept their offer. If not accepted, the place will be offered to the next applicant on the list.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this an accelerator programme?

No. The Scale Circle is a post-accelerator programme designed for founders who have already achieved traction and are focused on scaling.

Is the programme sector-specific?

No. The Scale Circle supports founders across a range of industries, with diversity of experience enriching peer learning.

How much time commitment is required?

Participants should expect to commit to weekly virtual sessions and monthly in-person hub gatherings across the 12-week programme.

Is this programme suitable for solo founders?

Yes, provided the business is operating at a scaling stage and the founder is ready to engge in peer-led growth and accountability.

The Scale Circle