Get investment-ready in 10 weeks
For technical founders building early-stage companies
You've built something. Now you need to convince investors it's worth backing. In our experience, that’s usually where momentum stalls.
In 10 weeks, we'll help you break through – with focused coaching, pitch refinement and direct introductions to investors who back companies at your stage.
Access up to
£250k in funding
Opportunity to pitch to the Conception X Angel Syndicate and our partner XTX Ventures
10 weeks of
tailored coaching
Sessions focused on your startup's specific needs
Pitch training and deck refinement
Translate complex research into compelling investor stories
Optional co-building sessions
Join expert-led workshops designed to accelerate your fundraising journey
Investment readiness guidance
Learn how to structure your raise and approach investors
Introductions to 700+ investor network
Connections to deeptech investors when you're ready
Built for founders ready to move fast
CX Raise is right for you if:
You're a PhD, postdoc or early-career researcher
Currently or recently in academia
Your company is incorporated
Or will be by March 2026
Your tech has moved beyond basic research
Working MVP, clear IP strategy or
patents filed
You know what you’re building
Clear product vision and early market hypotheses
You’re ready to commit and raise
Full-time team commitment and can raise within 6-12 months
If this feels too soon
We've helped them raise
Invenire X raises £500k to disrupt the PCR market (DSW Ventures, XTX Ventures).
It all sounded too good to be true, but these guys are the real deal. Listen to everything they say and put every word into practice – it works. You need to get comfortable being uncomfortable, but you'll come out better as a result. In 12 months, I went from a team of one to six people and raised £500k pre-seed.
Mater-AI raises first £100k for thermoelectric materials discovery (XTX Ventures).
The Conception X team offered invaluable advice in our earliest days of building, and opened doors to their strong VC network, including XTX Ventures, who invested at idea stage and changed our path.
FAQ
I've previously raised investment – can I still apply?
Yes, but note our investment terms are non-negotiable and designed for early-stage companies.
Can I apply as a not-for-profit or social enterprise?
CX Raise isn't suitable for not-for-profits or social enterprises. Please consider our Conception X programme instead.
How do you invest in companies?
We’re a not-for-profit and don't invest directly. Successful participants get the opportunity to pitch to the Conception X Angel Syndicate and our partner XTX Ventures for £100K+ equity investment.
What additional support do I get?
Beyond the core 10 weeks of coaching and pitch training, you'll receive comprehensive support including:
- Access to select training sessions and workshops when relevant to your fundraising journey
- Access to our network of 100+ handpicked experts and industry specialists;
- Dedicated legal advice from our partner law firm Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe, with a proven track record with innovative companies across Silicon Valley and Europe;
- Introductions to key industry players via our Industry Advisory Board, including companies like NVIDIA, GSK and Unilever;
- Credits for valuable business and technology resources to support your startup growth;
- Access to co-working spaces (subject to availability);
- Visibility opportunities within Europe’s largest community of early-stage deeptech founders, investors and industry leaders;
- Plus continued support and guidance from our team even after you complete the programme.
Who are your industry partners?
Our Industry Advisory Board includes NVIDIA, AstraZeneca, GSK, Unilever, EDF Energy, XTX Markets, Barclays, Coca-Cola Europacific Ventures, IBM, Azerion.
