Backing Bold Founders at the Earliest Stage
We're a Collective of Professionals, Founders, and Investors Championing the Next Generation of Startups
Our Investment Focus
We back ambitious UK-based founders from the very beginning, focusing on pre-seed and seed stage investments through SEIS and EIS-compliant structures.
Our investment thesis spans across multiple sectors, including but not limited to:
- Fintech & Financial Services
- Healthcare & Life Sciences
- Enterprise Technology and AI
- Cyber Security
- Consumer & Retail
- Climate Tech & Sustainability
- Data and Data Centres
- Communication
Our Approach
We believe in providing more than just capital. Our collective brings together operators and founders who understand the challenges of building a successful startup.
Founder-First Support
We're operators and builders ourselves. We offer hands-on support and strategic insights to avoid costly mistakes.
Early-Stage Focus
We invest at the earliest stages, providing crucial support when it matters most.
Tax-Efficient Investment
SEIS and EIS-compliant investments offering attractive tax benefits for investors.
Founded by Tristram Prior
Why did I set this up?
I started this Investment syndicate because there's a clear gap in the market for more thoughtful, founder-first capital at the pre-seed and seed stage. Too many talented founders with bold ideas are overlooked or poorly treated by an industry that often lacks professionalism and empathy. I want to change that. This syndicate exists to support ambitious founders who are driven to reshape their sectors - with respect, speed, and the right kind of backing from day one.
What We Offer
Strategic investment and hands-on support for early-stage founders, combining smart capital with operational expertise to help you build and scale your vision.
Smart Capital
Up to £100,000 ticket size. Early funding that fuels your first steps - SEIS and EIS compliant.
Founder-First Support
We're operators and builders ourselves. We offer hands-on support and strategic insights to avoid costly mistakes.
Sector-Agnostic, Vision-Focused
We care more about the clarity of your vision and the grit behind it than the sector you're in.
Who We Back
We look for founders with bold, scalable ideas, deep insight, and relentless drive. If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear your story.
Get in TouchVisionary Builders
Bold, scalable ideas with a prototype or MVP ready to grow.
Deep Insight
Profound understanding of your problem space and market.
Relentless Drive
Integrity, speed, and humility in building and execution.
Why We Do This
We believe the UK is full of extraordinary talent. Our mission is to unlock it - by being the first yes, the steady partner, and the amplifier of great ideas. From pitch to product, we're in your corner.
First Yes
We're ready to back bold ideas from day one
Steady Partner
Long-term support through every stage
Amplifier
Helping great ideas reach their potential
What Happens Once You Have Submitted Your Deck
Thank you for your interest in sharing your startup with us. Once you submit your deck, our investment committee will carefully review it and decide whether we'd like to move forward.
Initial Review
Our investment committee carefully reviews your submission, evaluating the opportunity and fit.
Follow-up Call
If selected, we'll invite you to a call to learn more about the business, your team, and your vision.
Timely Response
We aim to respond to every submission within 14 days. If we decide not to proceed, we'll always provide thoughtful feedback - because we believe every founder deserves clarity and respect.
This is your journey, and we genuinely wish all founders the very best of luck - wherever the path leads.
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