Deadline: August 15, 2024
Applications are open for the Fintech Cadence Ascension Program 2024 for Startups in Canada. This is an 11-week program dedicated to founders who are fundraising. Securing funding as a startup is crucial for building a strong foundation and scaling up, but the process can be overwhelming. To succeed, you need a comprehensive understanding of the funding landscape and the ability to maximize available opportunities.
Ascension is designed to equip you with the knowledge, tools, and network necessary to build a compelling case for raising capital. This program is particularly valuable in today’s challenging economic climate, ensuring you are well-prepared to navigate and secure funding for your startup.
Benefits
- Guidance: You will get tailored and personalized guidance from Fintech Cadence and top caliber experts, experienced entrepreneurs, and seasoned VCs through:
- Pitch Practice Sessions
- Office Hours
- 1-1 Meetings with Industry Experts
- Workshops
- Fireside chats
- Connections: A supporting network is essential while navigating the arduous task of funding a scalable business. Through Ascension you’ll have the opportunity to meet other entrepreneurs and experts from the fintech landscape with:
- Peer-to-peer sessions
- Strategic connections
- Showcase Week
- Additional networking sessions
- Resources: As part of the program, you will have access to the following resources:
- Exclusive access to an archive of recorded workshops for the duration of your enrolment
- Software credits with the most relevant software for fintech startups
- Access to recruitment channels on Fintech Cadence’s job board, Slack Channels and community newsletters
- Visibility: They aim to amplify your achievements and engage you with the national fintech ecosystem through:
- Networking sessions with industry experts, leaders in the financial landscape, and with other startups participating in the program
- Opportunity to be showcased at Fintech Cadence’s events
- Social Media exposure
Eligibility
They are looking for startups that:
- Operate a business incorporated in Canada;
- Have a validated problem;
- Have a working prototype of the solution and/or have proven traction;
- Be an early-stage fintech looking to raise funds within the year;
- Have not raised more than $1M in equity funding;
- Have at least one founder or senior member on the team with technical expertise;
- Have at least one founder working full time on the startup;
- Have large sale growth ambition and potential.
Application
For more information, visit Fintech Cadence Ascension Program.
