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We design startup programmes
that actually work

Founder-first. Research-backed. Built to deliver.

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About us

Three ways we can help

Programme Design
A full programme, designed to your requirements and goals.

Whether you are looking to launch a 3-month accelerator or a day-long bootcamp, we will help you design the full programme.

We start by understanding your goals and resources available. We then work with you to create a support programme that helps your founders reach clear milestones and you to meet your organisational goals.

Programme Audit
An honest look at what's working and what could be better.

We review your entire programme from marketing to after-support and identify where the structure is strong and where it breaks.

We offer a report highlighting missing milestones, unclear progression, and parts that aren't doing their job. You get a clear, actionable plan to tighten the arc and make the programme deliver real outcomes.

Programme Delivery
Hands-on delivery, with you in control.

We deliver the programme for you, working as a separate team or becoming an extension of your in-house team.

You get a programme that runs smoothly, and helps you achieve the goals without having to hire full-time staff for the duration of the project. We can then playbook it and help you bring it in-house if you prefer.

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Why us

We care about founders.
Entrepreneurs are at the centre of everything we do. We've worked with thousands of startup founders and SME owners across our careers, and that experience shapes every programme we build. What stage are they at? What do they actually need? What would genuinely move them forward? Those are the questions we start with, every time.

We love the operations.
We're hands-on: timelines, stakeholder coordination, session logistics, post-programme evaluation. We've helped universities, VC funds and ecosystem builders run programmes smoothly. We also know how to help set your team up so you can run it again without us.

We bring the research.
Our founder, Lisa, holds a PhD from Imperial College London, where she researched what actually makes startup programmes work, and built the frameworks we use today. That research informs everything we build. It's why our programmes have a clear structure, why each session builds on the last, and why we measure outcomes that actually matter.

And we deliver reliably.
On time, on budget, with clear communication throughout. Because a brilliant programme design means nothing if the delivery falls apart. It's the combination that keeps our clients coming back.

We care about founders.
Entrepreneurs are at the centre of everything we do. We’ve worked with thousands of startup founders and SME owners across our careers, and that experience shapes every programme we build. What stage are they at? What do they actually need? What would genuinely move them forward? Those are the questions we start with, every time.

We love the operations.
We’re hands-on: timelines, stakeholder coordination, session logistics, post-programme evaluation. We’ve helped universities, VC funds and ecosystem builders run programmes smoothly. We also know how to help set your team up so you can run it again without us.

We bring the research.
Our founder, Lisa, holds a PhD from Imperial College London, where she researched what actually makes startup programmes work, and built the frameworks we use today. That research informs everything we build. It’s why our programmes have a clear structure, why each session builds on the last, and why we measure outcomes that actually matter.

And we deliver reliably.
On time, on budget, with clear communication throughout. Because a brilliant programme design means nothing if the delivery falls apart. It’s the combination that keeps our clients coming back.

Who we are

Dr Lisa Portz
Programme Architect & MD

Designs and leads every programme. Helped 1000s of people start a business. PhD on accelerator design from Imperial.

Mallika Kumar
Strategy & Operations Associate

Runs operations end-to-end. Previously Programme Coordinator at LSE Generate. MSc from LSE.

Ruben Portz
Traction & Growth Advisor

Advises on programme design and delivers growth sessions. COO of Novabook. Ex-Head of Growth at Seneca Learning.

We also bring a network of trusted partners, coaches, and specialist facilitators into our programmes.

Learn more about us

Want to discuss your programme?

Tell us what you're working on.
We'd then book a time to discuss and share honest, useful feedback, whether you decide to work with us or not.

Programme DesignA full programme, designed to your requirements and goals.

Programme AuditAn honest look at what's working and what could be better.

Programme DeliveryHands-on delivery, with you in control.

We love the operations. We're hands-on: timelines, stakeholder coordination, session logistics, post-programme evaluation. We've helped universities, VC funds and ecosystem builders run programmes smoothly. We also know how to help set your team up so you can run it again without us.

And we deliver reliably. On time, on budget, with clear communication throughout. Because a brilliant programme design means nothing if the delivery falls apart. It's the combination that keeps our clients coming back.

We love the operations. We’re hands-on: timelines, stakeholder coordination, session logistics, post-programme evaluation. We’ve helped universities, VC funds and ecosystem builders run programmes smoothly. We also know how to help set your team up so you can run it again without us.

And we deliver reliably. On time, on budget, with clear communication throughout. Because a brilliant programme design means nothing if the delivery falls apart. It’s the combination that keeps our clients coming back.

Dr Lisa PortzProgramme Architect & MD

Mallika KumarStrategy & Operations Associate

Ruben PortzTraction & Growth Advisor

We also bring a network of trusted partners, coaches, and specialist facilitators into our programmes.

Want to discuss your programme?

Want to discuss your programme?

Want to discuss your programme?

Programme Design
A full programme, designed to your requirements and goals.

Programme Audit
An honest look at what's working and what could be better.

Programme Delivery
Hands-on delivery, with you in control.

We love the operations.
We're hands-on: timelines, stakeholder coordination, session logistics, post-programme evaluation. We've helped universities, VC funds and ecosystem builders run programmes smoothly. We also know how to help set your team up so you can run it again without us.

And we deliver reliably.
On time, on budget, with clear communication throughout. Because a brilliant programme design means nothing if the delivery falls apart. It's the combination that keeps our clients coming back.

We love the operations.
We’re hands-on: timelines, stakeholder coordination, session logistics, post-programme evaluation. We’ve helped universities, VC funds and ecosystem builders run programmes smoothly. We also know how to help set your team up so you can run it again without us.

And we deliver reliably.
On time, on budget, with clear communication throughout. Because a brilliant programme design means nothing if the delivery falls apart. It’s the combination that keeps our clients coming back.

Dr Lisa Portz
Programme Architect & MD

Mallika Kumar
Strategy & Operations Associate

Ruben Portz
Traction & Growth Advisor