Build the strategy, structure, and story that investors want to see.
We are now accepting applications for our next Creative Catalyst Masterclass with Mentorship: Investment Readiness & Financial Pathways.
This intensive programme combines a 3-hour live masterclass, a 1-hour expert talk, and 3 hours of small-group facilitated mentorship. It’s designed specifically for creative SMEs, start-ups, and academics preparing to raise funding, scale commercially, or position their IP for growth.
Led by experienced founders and strategists, the sessions guide participants through the Business Model Canvas, key investment metrics, funding strategies, and the fundamentals of a compelling pitch. You’ll learn what investors really look for, how to articulate your value proposition, and how to structure your financial narrative with clarity and confidence.
Through practical exercises, peer feedback, and guided mentoring, you’ll refine your business model, clarify your funding pathway, and build a concise, investor-ready pitch deck aligned with your growth ambitions.
The mentorship session will deep-dive into traction, team readiness, legal and financial due diligence, risk management, and funding strategies, ensuring you leave equipped to confidently approach investors.
Turn your creative idea into an investment-ready business and secure the next step in your growth journey. Apply now to join this transformative masterclass.
What you’ll gain:
- Clear understanding of investor expectations and funding pathways
- Step-by-step guidance through the Business Model Canvas
- Practical tools for revenue models, unit economics and forecasts
- Structured approach to building a 5-minute pitch deck
- Mentored sessions focused on investment strategy and financial clarity.
- New cross-border connections and collaboration opportunities
- A concrete action plan to move toward funding or scale
Programme Dates:
Masterclass: Thursday April 30, 10-1pm (online) – “Blueprint Your Investment-Ready Business: From Idea to Strategy”
Mentorship: Thursday May 7, 10-1pm (online) – “Traction to Term Sheet: Mentoring Your Business to Investor-Ready”
Office Hours: Friday May 15, 12-1pm (online) –“Building an Investment-Ready Business: What It Takes to Secure Your Next Round”
Format:
- 3-hour online masterclass + 1-hour expert talk + 3-hours facilitated mentorship
- 10–12 participants for high-impact discussion
- Cross-border cohort (North & South)
- Creative industries focus
Applications are now open: APPLY TODAY
