The FSP was an 8-week pre-acceleration program dedicated to startups at the idea or pre-seed stages. During the program, founders gained a complete package of workshops and mentorship sessions designed to help them acquire fundamental knowledge on business and product development.
What’s more, they received broad knowledge on strategic topics such as building an effective growth strategy, acquiring customers, fundraising, and legal insights. They mastered the art of valuation, pitching, and negotiating with venture capitalists. Led by experienced experts, they were equipped with key aspects of business development to successfully build their startups.
Participants also benefited from four hours of 1-on-1 meetings with Tutors, allowing them to adapt acquired knowledge to their specific needs and craft effective business strategies.
Applications were accepted until May 31st, 2024.
If you want to participate in the FSP, you must meet the following requirements:
Startups led at least half by a female with Polish or Ukrainian citizenship (founder/co-founder/CEO) or with more than 30% of the senior leadership team to be female with Polish or Ukrainian citizenship.
Startups looking for support with MVP stage .
Eager to learn and actively participate in a program.
Workshops divided into five main modules (35h).
Build product, set the strategy, get the first customers, organization culture, fundraising and IP.
1on1 consultations with Mentors (2h).
In addition to scheduled workshops, every Participant has the opportunity to work individually with chosen mentors to apply the knowledge from workshops in the best possible way.
1on1 meetings with a dedicated Tutor (4h).
Each participant will meet with their designated Tutor biweekly for guidance and support with startup challenges.
Selected 10 founders will get a 10k USD grant for startup development.
During the final phase of the program, on Demo Day, startups will pitch their ideas in front of a jury.
Access to Huge Thing Mentors, Experts, and Partners network.
Every Participant will gain access to the network of experienced Huge Things’ and SpeedUp Venture Capital Group mentors and partners, who can provide valuable guidance and advice.
Increased visibility in the CEE startup ecosystem.
As Huge Thing is a well-known brand in the CEE startup ecosystem, accelerated startups gain better visibility and branding by working with us.
Networking opportunities.
Startups have the opportunity to network with other startups, corporates, and venture capitalists, as well as gain valuable insight into the industry.
Invitation to Female Founders Club.
All Participants receive access to the exclusive Female Founders Club – a space for alumni where Huge Thing will provide extra activities.
Access to Huge Thing Mentors, Experts, and Partners network.
Every Participant will gain access to the network of experienced Huge Things’ and SpeedUp Venture Capital Group mentors and partners, who can provide valuable guidance and advice.
Get chosen to join the program.
To be eligible for a grant, you must first be accepted into the program. Only participants of the FSP program are eligible to receive grants.
Being chosen as one of the top 10 startups during Demo Day.
During Demo Day, each startup will be evaluated by a jury, which will assign scores and compile a list of grantees.
Pass a positive verification by the grant committee.
The grant committee will conduct a due diligence process to verify your eligibility for receiving the grant. If you successfully complete the process, you will receive the grant.
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