EIC Investor Readiness and Outreach Programme

The EIC Investor Readiness Outreach Programme (formerly a part of the EIC Ecosystem Partnerships and Co-Investment Support) is designed to support innovators at various stages of their fundraising journey, from those just starting out to those ready to bring their projects to market. The programme aims to enhance the investor readiness of EIC Accelerator innovators, providing them with the necessary tools and knowledge to attract investment and scale their ventures. Once ready, the programme also provides introductions to the best investors in their sector.

Under the Co-Investment Support activities, the programme offers a comprehensive suite of services:

Investor Readiness Activities

• Dedicated support from vertical leaders: Expert guidance tailored to specific industry verticals.
• Benchmarking reports: Detailed analysis to compare and position projects within the industry.
• Pitch deck reviews: Professional feedback to refine and enhance presentation materials.
• Free access to top VC resources: Comprehensive resources from leading venture capital firms.
• Valuation analysis of competitors: In-depth assessments to understand market positioning and competitive landscape.

Outreach Activities

Matchmaking & Networking

• Promotion to investors through our matchmaking platform: Increased visibility to a wide network of potential investors.
• Regular deal sharing with active VC investors in Europe: Continuous engagement with Europe's most active venture capitalists.
• Tailored investor lists: Customized lists of potential investors matched to specific project needs.

Events & Marketing

• Pitching events and Investor Days: Opportunities to present projects directly to investors.
• Targeted marketing campaigns: Enhanced visibility through newsletters and articles focused on attracting investor interest.

Are you an EIC-backed innovator, startup or founder looking for assistance? 

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Are you an investor or corporate looking for innovations?

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+350 companies supported

+ 98% satisfaction rate

+ 500 direct introductions made, between EIC Fund companies and investors

If you have any questions, please contact us through the EIC Community’s contact page with the subject 'EIC Investor Readiness and Outreach'.

If you are looking for information on the EIC Ecosystem Partnerships Programme (formerly a part of the EIC Ecosystem Partnerships and Co-Investment Support), learn more here.