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Early-stage VC + Programme
Antler UK
Antler
Any sector
Idea / pre-product
A global early-stage VC that backs founders before they have a co-founder or idea. The London programme runs an 8-week in-person residency and invests £125k for 8.5% equity at inception (plus an £85k convertible note), with pre-committed follow-on capital available. Around 80% of Antler portfolio companies raise further funding within 9 months.
Why this programme
Find customers / partnerships
Post-investment support includes introductions to Antler's global corporate partner network
Raise funding
£210k total investment at inception, pre-committed follow-on, and access to Antler Elevate for later rounds
Build product / validate MVP
8-week residency designed to find co-founders and validate ideas fast
Access to mentors / operators
Global Antler network of founders, operators and investors across 30+ countries