Active Funding Round (AFR)

A fast track to raising your next investment (bridge) round

Are you a startup founder or investor with an active connection to the SICTIC Investor Community?
AFR funding is built for your startup.

The Active Funding Round (AFR) is a dedicated pitching opportunity for startups in the SICTIC
portfolio that are actively seeking additional funding. It accelerates fundraising by combining
the credibility of a past investment with the momentum of ongoing investor support.

Who qualifies?

  • Startups that have previously closed a round with a current SICTIC investor
  • Are actively fundraising at least CHF 500k
  • Have a current SICTIC investor ready to invest at least CHF 20k in the current round, on the same terms
    as new investors
  • Can provide a 90-second “investor view” pitch (video or live) from the returning investor to complement
    the founder’s pitch

Why apply for an AFR pitch?

  • Higher success rate: AFR startups enjoy significantly improved fundraising outcomes.
  • Stronger credibility: Returning investor backing signals trust and traction.
  • Premium exposure: AFR startups pitch live at SICTIC events in front of qualified angel investors.
  • Guaranteed full pitch slot: No elevator pitch competition – you get a full 5-minute stage slot.

What you get

  • 5-minute founder pitch at the event
  • 90-second pitch by your investor
  • 3-minute live Q&A with investors
  • High visibility within the SICTIC investor network
  • Promotion in SICTIC’s monthly investor newsletter, event announcements, follow-up emails, and on social media

How to apply

  1. Submit your application to SICTIC via Dealum
  2. Your investor must email info@sictic.ch requesting an AFR pitch slot for your startup
  3. Once accepted, you’ll be invited to pitch at an upcoming suitable SICTIC pitching event

AFR is your fast lane to follow-on funding – combining the strength of the SICTIC investor network with the
credibility of existing traction.

Apply today and accelerate your growth.

APPLY TO PITCH HERE

Upcoming SICTIC Investor Days

Apply to pitch at one of these events:

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