Register Now to Attend the 2026 Venture Academy!
The Venture Academy™
Thursday April 16th – 12:30 – 15:00
River Lee Hotel, Cork T12 X2AH
Are you Looking to connect with investor ready startups
Explore new opportunities
and Expand your network
The Venture Academy™ is a pitching event where 8 high growth startups have been selected to pitch in front of a live audience.
As well as pitching at the Venture Academy™ selected companies will participate in numerous one-to-one and group sessions, along with pitch preparation, getting real feedback, advice and coaching on their Investor pitch from Seasoned Entrepreneurs & Investors.
The Venture Academy™ is part of the Growth Pathway Programme which is run by AxisBIC with our partners Cork City Council and Cork County Council.
At the Venture Academy™
- Selected companies will be invited to several coaching sessions prior to the Venture Academy where they will get expert advice & feedback on a one-to-one basis from AxisBIC & Investors/Seasoned Entrepreneurs
- Pitch Preparation Session
- Real feedback, advice and coaching on their pitch
- Most Investible Business Proposition will be voted by the Audience on the day
- A unique opportunity to pitch to an audience of Investors & Seasoned Entrepreneurs
Applications Now closed for pitching
Proven Impact
Over the years, the Venture Academy™ has showcased a diverse range of successful founders and companies that have gone on to secure investment, scale internationally, and make real impact. €31.5 million has been raised at The AxisBIC Venture Academy™ over the last 15 years.
Past participants and winners include: Valentia Island Vermouth, LegitFit, MyGug, Trustap, PlasmaBound, Mirai Medical, Breakthrough Maths, Array Patch etc.
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Delivered by AxisBIC, supported by our partners; Cork City Council and Cork County Council.
