ICE Propel Applications Now Open for 2025

Accelerators 1 min read , November 6, 2024

Even as the year winds up, startups still have a chance at joining accelerators that suit their business goals, industry and objective.

ICE Propel, an initiative of the ICE network for coaching and fundraising designed to empower founders from underrepresented groups is running applications for its new cohort.

The ICE Propel Programme is a free, 3-month initiative running from January to March 2025.

This programme is open for 10 founders from underrepresented backgrounds to build, fundraise, and scale.

Now in its third programme, this cohort focuses on founders who identify as Black/Black mixed race and closes application on 11 November 2024 at 12noon.

What's in it for founders?

  • Investor Network Access: Propel founders will be introduced to active angel investors and relevant VC funds.
  • Personalised 1:1 Coaching: You'll gain access to coaches ready to support you through the journey.
  • Dedicated ICE Mentor: Each founder will be allocated a mentor from the ICE community, who will be with them on every step of the programme, to guide and support.
  • Community Membership: Community membership gives you access to exclusive webinars, panels, and monthly events within the network.

Eligibility Criteria :

Startups that must apply to this programme, must be:

  • Black or Mixed Race Founder
  • Able to attend in-person events in London
  • Pre-seed or Seed stage (raised less than £350k)
  • A Technology-focused or tech-enabled business

ICE Propel is committed to empowering ambitious founders who are ready to make a difference. Apply now to join a program designed to support the next generation of impactful entrepreneurs. Applications open on 24 October 2024 and close on 11 November 2024 at 12 noon.

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