We at Warwick Kickstart are delighted to announce Xelerate 2026. Xelerate is a start-up pitch event, supported by our partners at Xelerate Start-ups, which connects university students - particularly those from Warwick - with angel investors and venture capitalists. Our 2024 and 2025 editions took place at the Shard in London, where we were fortunate to host impressive start-ups including Sertie and Headstart.

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Participants benefit from several weeks of intensive training delivered by experienced incubator professionals, making this an excellent opportunity if you have a business idea you'd like to develop.

 

The programme is designed to nurture entrepreneurship and innovation amongst students, offering a comprehensive pathway for aspiring entrepreneurs. This includes workshops and training on essential business fundamentals, mentorship from seasoned professionals, and valuable networking opportunities with industry leaders. Xelerate builds a supportive community that empowers students to transform their innovative ideas into successful ventures, contributing to the wider entrepreneurial ecosystem.

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Watch this space for announcements regarding the venue, date, and further details!