A VC-standard pitch deck (7–12 core slides), refined financial model, clear GTM plan, organised data room with a DD checklist, and founders ready to pitch with confident answers.

Early-stage startups (Pre-Seed to Series A) and investors (angels, aspiring VCs, family offices) who want a practical, structured path—either to raise faster or to evaluate deals systematically.

Hybrid. Most work is online (video + async reviews), with optional in-person sessions in Zurich.

Primarily SaaS, ICT, Engineering, Deeptech—plus selected cases in Cleantech/Mobility.

English (primary). German welcome for materials and meetings.

We reply to new applications within 5 business days.

Yes. Both programs for founders and the investor course offer start anytime options. Cohort dates may be added for group sessions.

No. Our pricing is fee-based; the fundraising support has a small success fee only on capital raised via our introductions.

If needed: yes—especially for data-room access. We keep all materials confidential.

A 6–8-week sprint to make your company investable on a clear timeline.

About ~4 hours/week for working sessions, reviews, and iterations.

VC-standard deck (7–12 slides) Refined, scenario-proof financial model GTM plan with 12-week milestones Data room structure + DD checklist Mock pitches and Q&A coaching Prioritised investor list + outreach plan

Introductions are part of Active Fundraising Support (see below). The sprint prepares you to a standard that makes intros and investor meetings productive.

CHF 800/week (excl. VAT) during the sprint duration.

Yes—start anytime. We’ll schedule the kick-off after your intro call.

Ongoing guidance and warm investor introductions while you raise.

• 2+ qualified, double-opt-in investor introductions per month
• Weekly 1:1: deck, data room, Q&A prep
• Mock investor meetings & negotiation coaching
• Prioritised outreach plan & pipeline tracking

A warm email introduction to an investor who (1) fits your stage, ticket size, sector and geography and (2) has reviewed your 1-pager and agreed to connect. We never cold-forward.

We roll over remaining intros to the next month (cadence target: ≥2/month).

No. You lead the round; we prepare, coach, and open doors.

CHF 1,500/month (excl. VAT) + 3% success fee on capital raised through our introductions.

Month-to-month. You can pause or stop at month-end (please notify us before the next billing cycle).

Yes—no exclusivity.

• Incorporated startup with 2+ committed founders
• Stage Pre-Seed to Series A
• Clear market potential & first traction (pilot, revenue, or partnership)
• Funding need CHF 50k–5m
• Basics ready: pitch deck, financial plan, cap table

Teams preparing their first or next raise and wanting a fast investor-ready upgrade.

Teams actively raising now, with round size & use of proceeds defined and materials complete (deck + data room).

Application → we reply in 5 business days → 20-minute intro call → proposal & start date.

A hands-on course that teaches a repeatable due-diligence process and applies it to real cases—with optional access to curated Swiss dealflow.

• Systematic DD: team, traction, market, moat
• Valuation & terms: cap tables, dilution, term sheets
• Risk mapping across sectors/models
• Thesis & portfolio strategy
• Exit pathways: M&A, IPO, secondaries
• Real cases & peer review for confidence

Business angels, aspiring VCs, family offices, corporate venture teams.

CHF 1,500 (excl. VAT).

Both are possible. You can start anytime; cohort dates are announced on the site/newsletter.

No. We provide education and tools, not personalised financial advice. You make your own investment decisions.

You receive curated Swiss opportunities that match our focus areas. We share concise notes and links for your own diligence.

No. We do not hold client funds. You invest directly with the company or via the lead/broker arrangement provided in each opportunity.

There is no fee to join the mailing list. Individual opportunities may have their own terms (e.g., carry/SPV fees) which are disclosed per deal.

Periodically—quality over quantity. Volume depends on market and fit.

Yes—use the “Sign up for Swiss dealflow” button. We may ask basic info (stage focus, ticket size, sector).

You do. We co-create and you retain IP in your deck, model, and documents.

We follow standard Swiss/European privacy practices. Materials are shared only with your consent and for the stated purpose (e.g., investor intro). You can request deletion at any time.

Only with your permission.

If we have a stake or prior relationship that could be relevant, we disclose it upfront.

Founders Hive operates with a mission focus and collaborates with ecosystem partners. Program fees cover coaching, delivery and new support initiatives.

Invoice; paypal; card payment on request.

All prices are excl. VAT.

Month-to-month programs can be ended at month-end. For scheduled sessions, please reschedule ≥72h in advance.

We work CET/CEST and accommodate reasonable time windows for international teams.

Yes—on request we can connect you with founders/investors who have worked with us (subject to availability and consent).

A warm introduction where the investor pre-reads your 1-pager, fits your stage/ticket/sector/geo and agrees to the intro.

A structured folder (e.g., Drive/Dropbox) including corporate docs, cap table, IP, financials, metrics, contracts, and an investor FAQ.

Your customer-acquisition plan: ICP, channels, messaging, milestones, and metrics.