• We teach founders how things work and we love to co-create (no consultancy approach )

• Shape and communicate the real-world value of your innovation in the language of the investor.

• Develop an investment narrative that connects logic with ambition: risk, return, growth, and team.

• Reflect on what kind of capital fits your company’s phase and ambition venture capital, grants, or smart capital.

• Identify and attract investors (if desired) whose values and vision match yours.

• Teach you how to build relationships

• Helping founders pitch with clarity and confidence

• Be your co-pilot 24/7

FundPath is a selective trajectory designed for research-based startups and spin-offs that are already formally established.

• Include at least one researcher or research-driven founder in the activation team.

• Have headquarters in Europe.

• Are preparing or planning to raise external capital within the next 6–12 months.

• Are open to reflection, feedback, and collaboration throughout the process.

• Founder-first: we stand on your side , independent, transparent, and fully aligned with your success.

• No equity: your company remains 100 % yours.

• No-cure, no-pay: we only win when you do.

• Flexible network: introductions can come through the Heirloom Labs network or your own — we require no exclusivity.

• Long-term fit: we focus on helping you prepare your first board meeting

• Respect first. We believe in mutual respect. It’s the foundation of how we work together.