This 6-month, cohort-based programme is specifically designed to support exciting founding teams in Liverpool City Region who are building the solutions and businesses of tomorrow.
In the fast-paced world of startups, many founders hear the phrase, “Your business is too early” from investors. Launchpad 2025 is here to change that. We understand the challenges that early-stage founders face, especially when it comes to proving commercial traction.
Our programme is tailored to help you demonstrate that traction by establishing and executing actionable strategies for product development and validation.
The goal? To help you present your business in a way that will excite both potential investors and customers, showing them that you’re not just another startup but a company with a clear path to success.
Our Community Manager Becca said “The Baltic Ventures Launchpad programme is an amazing programme that supports Liverpool based founders refine and grow their business. We developed the Launchpad programme after identifying some of the challenges that founders in Liverpool and the wider North West face and I am delighted that we are bringing the programme back for 2025”
“Last year we supported 14 companies through the 6 month programme, and all of them have gone on to do amazing things, whether that’s PhD studies at Oxford University, Healthtech focussed accelerators or follow on investment – DearBump, EdenFiftyOne and SumVivas are now also on our Accelerator 2024 programme”
Monthly Workshops: Every month, we host deep dive workshops focused on helping you develop and refine your company’s value proposition. These sessions are designed to challenge your assumptions, provide new insights, and equip you with the tools needed to articulate your business value clearly and convincingly.
Coaching: Personalized coaching is a cornerstone of the Launchpad 2025 experience. Each month, you’ll have one-on-one sessions with our Lead Coach, who will work closely with you to accelerate your growth as a founder and as a business leader.
Drop-In Mentoring Sessions: Throughout the programme, we’ll organize drop-in mentoring sessions and AMA (Ask Me Anything) events. These sessions offer you the opportunity to connect with industry experts, investors and successful founders who have been where you are now. You’ll get practical advice, feedback, and insights that are tailored to your specific needs and challenges.
Ecosystem and Networking Events: At Baltic Ventures, we believe in the power of community. That’s why we host regular ecosystem and networking events, giving you the chance to connect with other startups, potential partners, investors, and industry leaders. These events are not just about networking; they’re about building relationships that can help you grow your business.
A Strong Peer-to-Peer Community: Being an entrepreneur can be a lonely journey, but it doesn’t have to be. Launchpad 2025 fosters a strong peer-to-peer community where you can learn from and collaborate with other founders. This community is a safe space to share challenges, celebrate successes, and build lasting relationships.
Equity-Free Cash Prize: Towards the end of the programme, you’ll have the chance to pitch your business to a team of advisors for an opportunity to win an equity-free cash prize. This is more than just a financial boost; it’s a validation of your hard work and the progress you’ve made.
Tom Reynolds, CEO and Founder of EdenFiftyOne & Launchpad 2024 alumni, shared, “Launchpad helped me identify and assess my strengths and areas for growth as both a founder and a CEO.”
Tara Jones, founder of LiMIT & Launchpad 2024, said, “Being part of the Baltic Ventures community feels like being lifted up, supported, and nurtured. There’s a wealth of expertise offered with a perfect blend of integrity and a sense of community.”
Applications are open from 14th to 31st October 2024.
Whether you’re looking to refine your product, attract investment, or scale your operations, Launchpad 2025 provides the support, expertise, and network you need to succeed.
Apply today and start shaping your future with Baltic Ventures!