START 3.0 Launch

​​Founders at the University of Cambridge START combines twenty years of university startup expertise with a highly-curated global community to make our companies successful. After 2 cohorts, our portfolio companies have raised ~£14M in follow on funding, with founders reporting a 3x acceleration impact – three times faster progress than they would achieve without the programme. START 2.0 achieved a perfect NPS of 100, with 100% of founders recommending START to fellow entrepreneurs.

​Now we're launching an even more refined START 3.0! We provide capital, mentorship and office space, and work alongside you to develop your technology, market, intellectual property and team so that you can raise your next investment round.

​This in-person event is intended for you to hear stories from our previous cohort members, network with experts who will work closely with you, and preview the calibre of events and network connections you'll experience as part of the START cohort. You'll also be able to learn about key changes to START and clarify any outstanding questions with the programme team – and there will be an exciting announcement you won't want to miss.

​Agenda:

6pm: Arrival and Networking

​6.30pm: Welcome from Gerard Grech (Managing Director, Founders at the University of Cambridge)

​6.40pm: Opening remarks from Dr. Jim Glasheen (CEO, Cambridge Enterprise)  

​6.45pm: Programme Team & START 3.0 Introduction

​6.50pm: Alumni and EiR Insights: Panelists include Mandeep Singh (Angel Investor and Venture Partner), Andrew Welchman (CEO, Prodromic), and founder of a stealth company. 

​7:10pm: Networking and Drinks

​8pm: Close