Why the Catalyst Accelerator?

The Catalyst Accelerator is a unique opportunity for entrepreneurs to turn their ideas into commercial successes. The proven six month intensive programme is worth over £15,000 but is fully funded for successful applicants. Catalyst is a unique opportunity for entrepreneurs to turn their ideas into commercial successes.

Benefit from:

• An investment-ready Business Plan, Management Team Plan and Funding Plan. 

• High-level one-to-one sessions with world class business mentors and coaches. 

• Commercially focused weekly entrepreneurial peer group workshops. 

• Working amongst a dynamic network of entrepreneurial innovative companies at Southampton Science Park. 

• Introductions to potential investors at a Catalyst Investor Event. 

• A prestigious  office base for the duration of the programme, free of charge. 

• R&D laboratory space for the duration of the programme, free of charge, if required.  

• A £500 cash injection to cover start-up business expenses. 

• Retaining the equity in your company – no stake is taken by any party involved in Catalyst. 

Catalyst is open to all entrepreneurs with an early stage innovative business.  

You’ll need to commit a minimum of two days each week for the six-month duration to fully benefit from the programme. Consequently, it is best suited to those located within reach of Southampton. Living expenses are not catered for.