Venture Forward with Foundervine

Build Your Round with Clarity and Confidence

If you’re generating at least £10k a month and planning to raise in the next 3–9 months, this is for you. Venture Forward is for founders in West Midlands who are actively in the fundraising zone. We know that outside London, access to capital can be harder to secure - so we’re bringing the right expertise, connections, and investor networks directly to your doorstep.

Structured Learning. Real Investor Access.

Over four focused days, you’ll work through exactly what it takes to close a round - from sharpening your funding strategy and financial model to crafting a pitch investors can’t ignore. This is hands-on, high-support, and built with one goal: helping you raise. You’ll leave with a refined deck, a clear investor narrative, practical tools, and introductions to investors who back bold, underrepresented talent.

What's on offer

Fireside Chats with Funded Founders and Active Investors

Investor Relations & Introductions

AI-powered Tools Support

Expert Mentoring & Coaching

Peer-to-Peer Learning through Deck Reviews, and Reflection Sessions

Pitch Training & Investor Office Hours

2025 timeline

There are only 20 spaces available on this accelerator, delivered through a combination of virtual and in-person events from July through to November 2025.

21 July

Application open

08 Sep

Application close

03 Oct

Acclerator starts

24 Oct

Acclerator ends

Process Criteria

Application process

The application process is designed to ensure that selected applicants are at the right stage to gain the maximum value from this high-impact accelerator on fundraising and investment needs.

Stage 1

Written application

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

Stage 2

Interview

Shortlisted applicants from stage 1 will go through a virtual interview with the team at 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.

Where we will focus

Investor Strategy – Understanding what investors look for and aligning your business for capital

Pitch & Storytelling – Crafting a compelling value proposition and pitch deck

Financial Readiness – Building robust financial models and understanding valuations

Deal Terms & Due Diligence – Navigating term sheets, legal processes, and investor expectations

Venture Forward:
Connecting Innovators to Capital