# Pre-X: the Founder Labs Pre-Accelerator

Idea to validated concept in just 8 weeks.

Pre-X is not about sitting in a workshop. It is about validating your idea and getting you ready to win. We provide the machine; you provide the drive. Led by successful founders and delivered from The AMP in Derry. If you are done thinking about it and ready to actually do it, you belong here.

## Proven impact

- £1.21m+ raised by Pre-X alumni
- £510k+ in grants secured
- 43% female-led teams
- 73% regional (outside Belfast)

## What founders say

"The Pre-Accelerator played a pivotal role in supporting and guiding us as we left full-time employment, embarked on our first ever fundraise, and transitioned from concept into development. With strong mentorship and clear guidance, we completed a successful nine-week raise, closed a £700k pre-seed investment round, and now work full-time in Biomarx, just months away from our MVP."

"The Pre-Accelerator sharpened our message, validated our market, and gave us the confidence to raise. It was the momentum we needed that helped us secure a £590k investment to fuel growth."

## The route onward

Pre-X is the front door to the Founder Labs accelerator: a large share of Pre-X founders go on to apply. See the [programme](https://founderlabs.network/programme.md) and [register interest](https://founderlabs.network/apply) for the next cohort.