Too many startups aren’t fully prepared when it comes to securing funding, whether from investors, banks, or public sources.
Fashion Funding Runway, a collaboration between The City of Antwerp & Start it @KBC, gives you access to expert insights, tailored advice, and the tools to build a compelling financial story. A free Fashion Funding Runway track, thanks to the support of the City of Antwerp.
What is Fashion Funding Runway?
A short, focused opportunity designed to help you:
Understand the right types of funding for your growth stage
Craft a strong financial pitch that gets attention
Receive personalised feedback from experienced finance professionals
Who is it for?
Startups in fashion and lifestyle; sustainable fashion, fashion-tech, accessories, textile innovation,...
You have a link to the city of Antwerp
Who are in an early-stage or growth fase
And are ready to scale with external funding
What to expect?
Workshop 'build your Fashion Funding Runway pitch': A super insightful day with practical tips on "How to pitch" and "How to build your slide deck". This workshop is only available for the selected startups.
Pitch Day: 8 of the most promising startups will receive personalised mentoring, and have the opportunity to pitch and receive feedback from a high-level panel.
Expert Report: The 8 selected startups will receive a personalised report with advice from the different financial experts, and stay in touch with their mentor for follow-up guidance.
Additional wins for the selected 8 startups:
At least 10 hours of coaching from experienced mentors.
Access to networking with investors, business angels and other experts.
