Apply to the FZ Accelerator
Have momentum and early adopters? We can accelerate that.
Here you'll build traction through consistency in one channel, and get your ducks in a row for your seed round.
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traction
Get to one consistent channel for customer acquisition
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storytelling
Clearly and succinctly convey trust, crediblity, and data
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funding prep
Get your materials, pipeline, and processes in line for funding
WHAT TO
EXPECT
VIRTUAL
ASYNC LEARNING
Initiate the activities on your own
RESULTS
TRACKING
You'll be pushed to produce results
SYNCHRONOUS
OFFICE HOURS
Focused mentor sessions to course correct
BOOTCAMPS/ WORKSHOPS
Deep dives for traction, and funding outcomes
VC / ANGEL
MEETINGS
Get coached in landing investors.
COMMUNITY COLLABORATIONS
Tap the community to stay motivated
6 weeks of high tempo momentum building.
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Traction
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Goal setting
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Channel testing
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Success tracking
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Projecting financials
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Storytelling
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Describing the problem
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Articulating the opportunity
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Sharing your why
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Bridging trust
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Funding
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Finding Investors
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Finding Connectors
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Valuation & investment vehicles
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Dataroom prep
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Pitch deck development
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Communication templates
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Pitching Investors
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Investor CRM
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A word from Amu, FZ co-founder and accelerator director.
Nothing more rewarding in the world than helping others win.
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In 6 weeks you'll hustle and put your abilities to the test like never before, and I'll be right beside you in the journey.
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We'll unlock traction, discover your true story, learn to share that story, and really go all out on VC outreach.
Let's crack this nut together.
Our graduates get funded from top pre-seed VCs, accelerators, and institutions.
WHAT ABOUT _?
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How much does it cost?It’s 100% free. No $$ or equity
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Do I need to attend in person?Nope, you just need a stable internet connection.
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Can I join if I don't have an idea?Yes, but you need to have identified that you want to do a startup, and you need to come up with your idea fast.
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What happens if I miss a session?Nothing, they’re recorded. But you’ll miss out on the intros, connects, and Q&A.
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I'm kinda past some of this stuff?No worries, the coursework is self-guided, so you can work on what’s relevant for you, and still get all the perks of the program.
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How many teams will you accept?We anticipate having a cohort max of 200 participants
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Do I get a mentor?Yes, we mentor all the teams at scale, and to be eligible for 1-on-1s you need to show momentum.
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Will I get funding out of this?We don't promise funding to the teams participating, but you can apply for funding, and we seriously consider startups with momentum, validation, and a strong business model design.
