Deadline: May 15, 2024.

The Barclays Black Founder Accelerator is a dedicated 12-week programme designed to champion Black founder-led businesses through a series of masterclasses and one-to-one mentoring to help them accelerate and grow. Bringing expertise from sales, marketing, technology, business and investment, the programme will provide you with the tools you need to take your business to the next level.

This accelerator offers a series of expert-led masterclasses, covering various topics essential for business growth. Throughout the duration of the program, you’ll participate in weekly sessions led by industry leaders, delving into subjects such as financial metrics, cash flow management, product development, marketing strategies, recruitment techniques, pitching skills, and fundraising strategies.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

In order to apply and benefit fully from this amazing opportunity it is important that you meet the application criteria and your business is at the right stage to get the maximum benefit from the programme.​

Your Business

• Uses digital technology to operate/deliver their value proposition
• Ready to scale i.e either seed stage or beyond, received investment and launching your MVP 
• A UK registered business

You/Your Team

• At least 1 founder (or C-suite) self-identifies as Black or of Black heritage
• You have proven expertise in your industry
• You are available to attend all the masterclasses over the 12-week period.

BENEFITS

This unique experience will enable you to develop new skills, gain support, learn vital tools and improve your pitch to help you successfully scale your business.

1. Mentoring & Coaching
2. Dedicated Barclays champion
3. Access to cutting edge resources
4. Pitch your business to investors and VC’s
5. Access to Eagle Labs & Barclays network
6. Lifetime membership of the Foundervine community

APPLICATION

Competition is fierce for this transformative programme, so we have a 4-stage application process to ensure applicants and their businesses are at the right stage of their journey and are able to gain the most benefit from the programme.​

Stage 1: Written Application

Please check that you meet the criteria mentioned above. If you do, then complete the application form using the link on the website to submit your application.​​

Stage 2: Interview

Shortlisted applicants from stage 2 will go through a video interview with Barclays and Foundervine lasting 15 minutes.​

Stage 3: Final Selection

Shortlisted applicants from stage 3 will be sent an invitation to join the accelerator. They will have 2 days to accept the invitation. If they do not receive the acceptance they will invite the next applicant.

Apply through the OFFICIAL LINK