Ascension Fintech Cadence is a startup program designed for founders who are raising funds. Ascension provides up-to-date education, mentoring, and resources on startup financing from seasoned fintech veterans. Our 12-week program equips founders with the knowledge, guidance, and connections they need to maximize their startup's potential. Founded by startup veterans and fintech experts, the program helps participants gain insight into the financing landscape and learn best practices for securing funding.
Program Sponsor
Ascension Fintech Cadence is sponsored by a leading corporate venture capital firm in the United States. This sponsor offers an exclusive network of mentors, investors, and financing resources for participating founders. Through this network, founders can connect with professionals in the industry and learn about startup financing best practices.
Benefits and Prizes
The Ascension program offers several benefits and awards to eligible startups:
- Mentorship: Startups receive guidance from experienced fintech entrepreneurs and industry experts. This helps them navigate scaling challenges while gaining valuable insights and advice.
- Industry Network: Access to Fintech Cadence's extensive network of industry partners, investors, and customers, which is crucial for securing funding, partnerships, and clients.
Eligibility Criteria
To participate in the Ascension Fintech Cadence program, startups must meet the following criteria:
- Industry: The startup must be in the fintech industry.
- Age: The startup must be less than 3 years old.
- Team Size: The startup must have a team of two or more people.
- Location: The startup must be based in Canada and have launched its product or service.
Program Benefits
Startups participating in the program gain access to unrestricted funds that can be used for marketing, operations, and more. Additionally, founders may also benefit from a wage subsidy to help pay employees. This program is designed to help founders optimize costs and maximize revenue.
Timeline and Submission Requirements
- Application Deadline: March 17th, 2023
- Selection Process: March 18th - April 5th, 2023
Application Process:
- Submit startup profile, business plan, and financing requirements.
- Wait for the review of the application by the Ascension Fintech Cadence team.
- If accepted, founders will receive an invitation to join the program.
- Complete the 12-week program.
Conclusion
Ascension Fintech Cadence is an exclusive startup financing program for fintech founders. Through this accelerator, founders can access financing resources, startup kits, and mentorship from industry veterans. Startups that successfully complete the program may also receive additional funding and awards. If you meet the eligibility criteria, apply before the March 17 deadline. This is a valuable opportunity for founders who have raised less than $1M in equity and are looking to optimize costs, maximize revenue, and grow their business.
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