Fintech Accelerator Program
Fintech Next is an online accelerator. It is a purpose-built program offered in bite-size modules that build upon each other. Startups that join the program are from various subsector of the industry, they are various stages of business evolution. The program allows founders and teams to pick and choose the cohorts that address their immediate business needs. It focuses them on the business priorities that need attention. There is nothing standard about the program, our research showed us that most founders gain little from a high-level pre-defined accelerator program, so we decided to make ours goal-oriented, less structured, more interactive, and collaborative.
At Fintech Next we believe that all aspects of your business need to be optimized to produce an outsize outcome for the investors and employees of your startup. Having said that optimizing all aspects take time and effort. Systematically addressing various business aspects one by one is the best way to go. A well thought the well-run startup has the best chance to get funded and move through various stages with ease and speed. Our accelerator aims to facilitate that process.
We have invited Fintech mentors and professionals to provide much-needed guidance for your startup team. We know well that a little guidance goes a long way to make a difference when received from experienced professionals.
The program is designed to be modular so entrepreneurs can pick and choose a pressing problem that needs attention and get expert guidance and help. The program consists of a number of cohorts designed around product, marketing, sales, fundraising, and strategic partnerships. We even have a special cohort designed to get advice and help solely on legal and compliance-related topics.
Participants not only listen to talks, get input but are expected to apply and refine their business as they move through the training. The training is designed as a series of presentations, activities, applications, and feedback. Founders should expect training to be hands-on, interactive, and somewhat challenging. The material covered in the cohorts is subject to change depending on cohort composition, availability of trainers, and market demand.
Please read the program details below and then choose a cohort.
Online Only
All Sessions will be held virtually. Depending on the cohort participation we will adjust the times to suit everyone. Expect sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays, later afternoons for 1.5 to 3 hours. Apply from anywhere.
Choose Cohort
Each cohort is designed to move a different aspect of your business forward. Pick a cohort-based on what needs attention immediately, Start with the most pressing issues and move on to others.
Application & Selection
The selection process prioritizes established businesses with a product and some traction. The selection process involves a review of your pitch deck, business plan, and live interview. Expected 2 to 6 weeks timeline.
Can I bring my team ?
We encourage founders to join first. Then bring a team on board for training. Depending on the number of team members we might choose to put the entire team through the process all at one time.
Trainers and training
All Sessions will be conducted by experts in their respective field with knowledge and background in financial services and tech (where applicable). Expect trainers with extensive prior work with startups and venture funds.
Concentrated Curriculum
Expect course work and completion of the same as you move through the curriculum. Carve out time during the day to complete the coursework before moving to the next steps.
Involved and interactive
Expect to be hands-on with the creation of the business plan, financials, strategies, and presentations. As a business owner, you are expected to dive into details. It is a litmus test for fundraising and facing VCs.
Immersive experience
To fully benefit from the program, entrepreneurs will have to take ownership to participate, deliver assignments, attend talks, take time to reflect, learn and apply. We can only bring the horse to the water, the rest is up to you.
Once you have read the program details choose a cohort and apply.