FAQs

  • * Exposure: all our selected startups are guaranteed the opportunity to pitch in front of our panel and some of the most active VCs and angel investors to help secure their pre- seed, seed or series A round of funding.

    * A dedicated team to work on your pitch deck.

    * Access to a 30 minute one-on-one session with an advisor.

    * Pitch practice session with all startups involved, including Q&A, to prepare you for the main pitch.

    * An exclusive channel to network and collaborate with like-minded founders from across the globe.

    * Gain exclusive access to the Project Ignite portal, which includes a comprehensive strategy framework, sales and marketing resources, operational tools, a curated list of the most active pre-seed and seed investors, and more.

  • We are industry-agnostic and welcome startups from all stages and verticals. For startups in the ideation/pre-seed phase looking to apply, we do require that they have a clear business plan and have conducted the necessary research to identify the need for their product or service. While our team offers guidance and support throughout the program, we believe that startups should have a well-defined vision and a thorough understanding of their target market before applying to Project Ignite.

  • We are the ONLY equity-free program that guarantees all our selected startups the opportunity to directly pitch VCs and angel investors to secure their round of funding. Just like Shark Tank, but completely virtual and open to startups from all corners of the globe.!

  • Our success is tied to the success of the startups we select, which is why we don't take any equity. Instead, we bet on our startups and aim to help them secure funding to grow their businesses. We charge up to 5% of the amount we help our startups secure in funding, which is how we make our profit and cover our operational costs. However, we believe that this percentage is fair and reasonable given the value we provide to our startups, and we only succeed when our startups succeed.

  • Our selection process is based on a number of factors, including the potential for growth and scalability, the quality of the founding team, and the market need for the product or service being offered. We also take into account the stage of the startup and their readiness to participate in our program.

  • We understand that fundraising can be a full-time job itself and takes up a significant amount of time and energy for founders. At Project Ignite, we believe that founders should be fully focused on building their product. That's why our program removes the stress of fundraising from our founders and gets them the exposure necessary to help close their round of funding without losing much time reaching out to hundreds of potential investors in hopes of getting a response.

    We guarantee all our selected startups the opportunity to pitch in front of some of the most active VCs and angel investors, allowing them to focus on building their business while we help them secure funding.

  • No, you do not have to give up any equity in your startup to participate in our program. We are an equity-free accelerator program, which means that you can keep full control of your business and still benefit from the resources and opportunities we provide.

  • There is a fee associated with participation in our program for selected startups that meet our criteria. This fee helps cover our program's running costs. For startups that do not yet meet our criteria, we can offer tailored services to assist them in beginning their journey towards success.

  • No, there is no cap on the number of startups that can get funded through Project Ignite. If all the startups pitching pique investors' interests, they can all potentially receive funding.

  • The pitch event will be attended by some of the most active VCs, angel investors, and industry experts.

  • Once startups have finalized their pitch deck and participated in at least one pre-pitch practice with other Project Ignite startups, they can expect to pitch in front of our panel within 14 days, provided that our team has confirmed that your startup is ready to pitch.

  • We limit each batch to a maximum of 20 startups so that we can provide individualized attention and support to each one.

  • No, you do not need to be physically present to participate in Project Ignite. Our program is entirely virtual, which means that anyone from anywhere in the world can participate. We believe that everyone deserves a chance to bring their ideas to life, regardless of where they are located, and that's why we designed our program to be accessible to everyone.

  • Yes, you can definitely apply again for our next program cycle. We encourage all applicants to reapply if they feel they've made significant progress with their startup since their last application. However, we also recommend taking the time to reflect on your application and consider feedback from our team to increase your chances of being accepted in the future.

  • We're always happy to answer any questions you may have. You can reach us at hello@projectignite.co