The Journey

AI Forge is an intensive 12-week incubator programme in London and Miami, designed to accelerate the creation of AI companies that solve real-world problems. Led by seasoned entrepreneurs, the programme offers hands-on training with more than 60 sessions and operates three Cohorts per year starting in September 2023, aiming to build great products, teams, and returns for founders and investors.

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Application Deadline

Tuesday 20th Feb (9am GST)

Interviews

November

Judges Review

November

Program Start

Saturday 4th May

*Please note, these timescales are subject to change.

Tailored with Care

Our Program

AI Forge is an intensive 12-week program that is conducted in-person in various cities around the world. Our well designed program was created to provide a hands-on experience, where participants engage in daily collaboration to maximize the benefits of their journey.

Ideation
Use our in-house entrepreneurs, AI and industry experts to gain inspiration, brainstorm new ideas, and even pivot your existing AI project to new heights.
Mentor Matching
Connect with experienced mentors in the AI industry to guide you through the incubation process.
Business Plans & Financial Model
We will create a very granular Financial Model to determine the viability of the business idea.
Pitch Decks
Create a compelling pitch deck to showcase your AI project and attract potential investors.
MVP Building
Use the 100 supplied developer hours to build a minimum viable product (MVP) to test your AI idea and gather feedback from users.
Investor Week
Through a series of dinners, events and a main Demo Day you will showcase your company to around 300 investors.
Networking Events
Attend networking events to connect with other entrepreneurs, investors, and experts in the AI industry.
Funding Opportunities
Access funding opportunities and resources to help finance your AI project and grow your business.

Week by Week

The Schedule

Our AI incubator program provides a unique opportunity for startups and entrepreneurs to grow their AI-based business ideas. With access to cutting-edge technology and expert mentorship, participants can develop their ideas into viable products and services that have the potential to revolutionize industries. Say goodbye to the conventional incubator model and join us in shaping the future of AI innovation.

Welcome Day

Legal incorporation

Massey Playbook

Team speed-dating

Finding your Co-Founder / Team

Week 1

Problem Solution Fit / Lean start-up

Brainstorm product ideas / strategy

UX and UI / features / MVP

Market size / competitor analysis

User Surveys

Week 2

Deep dive on AI Strategy

AI Tools & Models

AI Researchers

Subject matter experts

Mentor Meetup Week

Week 3

Database building

Customer Development 1

One-Pager instant snapshot

Client / Corporate Outreach

Client discovery research

Week 4

Tech deep dive

MVP tech creation

Developer allocation for 100 x hours FREE coding

Week 5

Financial Modelling

B2B / B2C / SaaS

Face to face with Corporates

Securing feedback loop

Week 6

Customer Development 2

Creative Marketing / PR

Explainer Animated Videos

Growth hacking

Week 7

Understanding Investors

Event Networking

Brand Story / Audit

HR / Accountancy / Cashflow

Week 8

Pitch Deck Creation

Legals / AI Governance

IP Strategy / Patents

Grants and How to Secure Them

Week 9

Pitch Training

Investor Deck Creation

Securing Pilots

Planning the Investment Journey

Week 10

Finalise MVP

Practise Practise Practise

Pitches at London meet up events

Refine / Complete Investor Deck

Week 11

3 x Investor Dinners (150 investors)

1 x Showcase Events (150 investors)

Research investors

Wrap Party

Week 12

Our Offer

We believe in transparency to create valuable companies.

Direct Investment
£10,000
Program Value
£100,000
Service Credits
£155,000
Professional Services
£10,000
MVP Development
100 Hours
85% Chance to Raise £200,000
Access to 110 Mentors
UI/UX/Branding
40 Hours

Our ask to turn your idea into an amazing company.

Equity
9%
High Motivation
Diverse Founder Team
An AI Solution

What People Say About Us

We have a long track record of hard work and total commitment to our business partners.

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Put your project to the test and earn your spot in the next cohort by challenging our gatekeeper AI Annalese.
Application Deadline: 20th of Feb 2024