Open for entries
This contest is a game-changing opportunity to secure early-stage/seed investment in your tech startup.
Whether your focus is on improving productivity or financial processes, enhancing customer experience, fighting fraud, leveraging data insights, streamlining logistics, pioneering sustainability or anything else, this is an opportunity to grow.
DISCOVER OUR 24/25 WINNERS
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If my business is pre-revenue can I still apply?Yes a tech startup that is early stage can still enter as long as you submit a pitchdeck and a business plan.
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What are the opening / closing dates?The 25/26 competition will open for entries on 28 April and close on 30 September 2025.
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How do you treat Intellectual property?Any intellectual property included in submissions belongs to the respective applicants.
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What do I need to include with my submission?All you need is a pitchdeck and a business plan to enter, along with a short video introducing your startup which you can record as part of the application.
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Are you limiting entries to first-time entrepreneurs?No, you can enter the Future of Capitalism Competition regardless of your experience.
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What types of tech are you interested in?We're especially interested in B2B tech that can transform how businesses operate - from customer experience, admin/management systems, financial processes, logistics, marketing or anything else. However if you have an innovation that has the potential to positively impact the world then please submit an entry.
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Can I edit my entry once I have submitted it?Yes the competition entry platform enables you to edit your entry up until the closing date.
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Is this a global competition?Yes this is open to startups based anywhere in the world however the entry and pitch process will all be in English.
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Can I request a Non-disclosure Agreement (NDA)?Can I request a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) before submitting my entry? Yes - please email competition@leolion.co
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Does my startup need to be incorporated before submitting an entry?No you don't need to be incorporated although you will be competing against startups that are.
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How much equity will be taken?The amount of equity taken will depend upon a combination of the size of the investment offered and a mutually agreed valuation of the business.
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What form will the funding take?The investment will be offered as equity funding to tech startups. However, it may be possible to offer other types of investment depending on the circumstances. Our default investment position is to take Ordinary Shares in a business, but the size, level, and type of investment we make will depend on our assessment of the underlying risk and size of the opportunity in the business. The level of investment will depend upon factors such as how established the startup is, as well the potential size of opportunity - for example the $1m could perhaps be invested in multiple startups.
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How much investment is available?There is up to $1m (USD) investment on offer. Please note -this may be split between startups depending on investment required.
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Do you offer financial support to attend the pitchday?Yes, any shortlisted startups that require financial assistance to attend the pitchday, which is in London, UK, can request financial support towards travel and hotel expenses.
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Where is the pitchday?The pitchday event and evening reception will take place at Warwick Business School which is on Level 17 of The Shard building London, UK. Support is available towards travel and hotel expenses for up to two people from each startup.
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If shortlisted how many presenters can pitch per startup?Up to two presenters are invited to pitch for each shortlisted startup.
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Who are the judges for the 2026 Pitchday?Judge details are yet to be announced.
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When is the competition pitchday?The pitchday will be at the Shard in London on Tuesday 3 February 2026, finalists will also be required on Monday 2 February for video interviews and a pre-pitchday briefing.
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🌏 Global RecognitionPitch to a global panel of judges and network with investors, founders and business specialists at the pitchday events.
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💵 Up to $1m USD InvestmentThis is a game-changing opportunity to secure early-stage/seed investment in your tech startup. Whether your focus is on improving productivity or financial processes, enhancing customer experience, fighting fraud, leveraging data insights, streamlining logistics, pioneering sustainability or anything else, this is an opportunity to grow. Up to nine selected finalists will be invited to pitch their business to an expert panel of judges to secure an investment of up to $1m USD. All you need to enter is a pitchdeck and a business plan.
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🚀 Exceptional ExposureBoost your brand with the opportunity to showcase your tech business - helping to attract customers, partners and investors.
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✅ Easy to EnterWe're on the lookout for startups from across the world, with the technology that could transform how businesses operate, and an ambition to improve the world we live in. There is no cost for submitting your application and all you need to enter is a pitchdeck and a business plan. Financial support is available to finalists invited to attend the London pitchday.
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⭐️ Tailored SupportFinalists will be able to refine business strategy and pitch capabilities with insights from experienced investors and industry experts.

Ronaldo Cohin, Jade Autism
Being part of the Future of Capitalism Competition is truly a game changer for Jade.

Jenine Carron, Arachne
This was the first time pitching Arachne, and you all made it a friendly and empowering moment for us.

Gil Hakim, Judge
Thank you for this incredible opportunity to engage with such innovative minds and promising ventures.

Key Dates
Entries Open
April 28 2025
Entry Deadline
September 26 2025
Pitch Day
February 2026
Competition news
Make a difference
We're on the lookout for tech startups that want to make both a commercial and a social impact.
By supporting social causes that you are passionate about, or providing a technology that positively impacts people's lives.
We are committed to using business success and commercial acumen to do good, and looking for founders that share our ambition.
What impact could your tech make?
Does your technology transform how businesses operate - such as improving productivity, safety, logistics, sustainability, customer experience or something else?
Could your Fintech startup boost efficiency, save costs, improve security, or spending behaviour ?
If you're a founder looking for investment to scale, and want to make a positive impact, this contest is for you.

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