A program for super emerging VC managers.
The Emerging VC Accelerator is designed for first-time fund managers who are raising their first VC fund. We provide access to advanced VC knowledge and regular 1-on-1 mentoring to refine your strategy. At the end of the program, if there‘s a strong mutual fit, we invest $25K to $100K to help cover start-up costs & initial marketing efforts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to have an established VC fund to apply?
No, you don’t need to have a fund set up yet. However, you must have a strong, well-thought-out drive to launch one. This program is designed for individuals who are actively working toward raising their first fund—not for those who wake up one day and decide it’d be cool to invest in startups.
What kind of knowledge and mentoring do participants receive?
The advanced VC knowledge part is based on the VC Career Accelerator, a tested program that has trained dozens of VCs worldwide. The core learning materials are available online, allowing participants to progress at their own pace.
For the mentoring part, participants have one or two online sessions per month with Founder Aram Attar, focusing on refining their investment strategy, building LP presentation materials, following up on LP meetings to improve fundraising efforts, and any questions they may have to raise the fund.
How long does the program last, and what commitment is expected from participants?
The program is self-paced, but participants typically engage over a three to six months period, depending on how advanced the emerging VC is at the time of joining.
Participants are expected to engage actively with the online materials to fill any knowledge gap they have, work actively on their LP materials to prepare for fundraising conversations, and contact LPs to raise the fund.
Is there a cost to join the program?
No, the Emerging VC Accelerator is totally free.
What is the selection process?
If your application is successful, you’ll receive a link to book a 30-minute video call with our Founder. We’ll discuss your motivation, objectives, and current progress, as well as answer any questions you may have. If we’re mutually satisfied, you’ll receive a link to access the online materials and book your mentoring sessions.
How does the investment work?
At the end of the program, if there is a strong mutual alignment, we invest $25,000 to $100,000 to cover the fund’s start-up costs and initial marketing efforts. While typical selection criteria such as the fund’s potential for success matter, the deciding factor is whether we believe you have the mindset to make outlier investments repeatedly.
What happens after completing the program?
After completing the program, participants can join The Club for ongoing professional development and networking opportunities.