— How it works
Every venture follows the same path
We keep it simple and evidence-led — validate before you build, build before you pitch.
01 — Problem
Find something real
Talk to real people, find a problem worth solving, and get honest feedback before writing a business plan.
02 — Prototype
Build the smallest version
Turn the idea into something people can actually try — a mockup, a sample, a rough first version.
03 — Pitch
Show what you've learned
Present your progress, get feedback from mentors and founders, and plan your next step.
Meet The Mentors
Boban Tanovic
Entrepreneur in Residence
London
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Ben McClure
Arden Enterprise Incubator Lead & Senior Lecturer
London, UK
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