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ATTENTION: TARGET AUDIENCE
Leverage your HealthTech or FinTech Expertise and Have a Funding-Ready Startup in 14 Weeks
You’ve spent years seeing broken processes in hospitals or banks. You know exactly what needs fixing. Speed2Seed gives you the systematic validation, technical execution, and investor access to make it happen—no technical skills required, no program fees.
Raise angel funding
by Week 2
Achieve first revenue during the program
No joining fees & no equity, you keep full ownership
You See the Problem Every Day. Now Build the Solution.
You Know
What’s Broken
After 3+ years in healthcare or finance, you’ve experienced the inefficiencies firsthand.
Healthcare practitioners see patients and healthcare workers struggling, while finance professionals see inefficiencies and limited access to bigger markets.
You don’t just have an idea—you’ve lived the problem.
You’ve Tried
to Fix It
Maybe you’ve suggested improvements to management. Built spreadsheets. Proposed new processes.
But real change requires building new solutions, not incremental fixes to broken systems.
So the idea stays an idea. The problem stays unsolved. And you go back to working around broken processes.
You know There
Has to Be a Better Way
Speed2Seed removes every barrier between your expertise and a funded startup.
What Speed2Seed provides: systematic validation + technical execution (via Xamun.AI) + Angel and Seed funding opportunities + Mentor guidance.
Your expertise + our program = funded startup in 14 weeks
Why Speed2Seed Works for Industry Practitioners
Mutual amplification: Both organizations reach broader audiences and strengthen ecosystem presence.
No Technical
Skills Required
You focus on WHAT to build based on your domain expertise. Xamun’s platform handles HOW to build it.
What this means:
• No need to learn to code
• No need to find a technical co-founder before starting
• No need to outsource development and hope they understand your vision
Your job: Define the problem, specify the solution, validate with customers
Xamun’s job: Build production-grade software that actually works.
This is why industry practitioners succeed in Speed2Seed—your value is knowing the problem deeply, not knowing how to write code.
Angel Funding BEFORE Building
Traditional accelerators: Build first, then try to raise funding
Speed2Seed: Raise angel funding at Week 2, THEN build with capital in the bank
Why this matters:
• You’re not burning through savings for months
• You can pay yourself a modest founder salary while building
• Development costs (xDD fees) covered by angel funding
• Less financial stress = better decision-making
• Investors backing you early creates accountability and momentum
By Week 2, you’ll have completed 50+ customer interviews, built a working prototype with Xamun, and practiced your pitch. Angels invest in validated problems and committed founders—both of which you’ll demonstrate.
Systematic Validation Methodology
Most startups fail because they build products nobody wants. Speed2Seed uses proven methodologies (like Steve Blank’s 4 Steps) to validate market demand BEFORE you invest months of time and money.
Weeks 1-2 focus:
• 50+ customer interviews
• Problem severity validation
• Early evangelist identification
• Business model hypothesis testing
You won’t waste 6 months building the wrong thing. You’ll know within 2 weeks if you’re solving a real problem people will pay for.
If the problem doesn’t validate? Pivot quickly or gracefully exit before significant investment. That’s a win, not a failure—you saved yourself years of wasted effort.
Network
Expansion
HealthTech and FinTech have regulatory requirements that can derail startups.
Xamun platform includes:
• HIPAA compliance for healthcare data
• PCI-DSS compliance for payment processing
• Data privacy frameworks
• Security best practices
You don’t need to become a compliance expert. The technical foundation handles it, and domain-specific mentors guide you through sector requirements.
This is why Speed2Seed focuses on HealthTech and FinTech—we understand that regulatory compliance isn’t optional, and we’ve built it into the program infrastructure.
Ecosystem
Impact
Week 2 Angel Demo Day: Raise up to $200K for development/runway
Week 14 Seed Demo Day: Raise up to $3M to scale
This prevents you spending months without funding, and you’re pitching based on promises.
• Week 2 pitch: “Here’s the validated problem, my domain expertise, and committed early customers. Fund me to build the solution.”
• Week 14 pitch: “Here’s the working product, real customers, revenue traction, and proven execution. Fund me to scale.”
Investors see drastically different risk profiles at Week 2 vs. Week 14. You benefit from both.
You Keep Full
Ownership
Speed2Seed takes ZERO EQUITY. There are no program fees.
What you provide:
• Time commitment for 14 weeks
• 0.25-1% equity per mentor (via FAST agreement) to advisors who guide you
What you keep:
• 100% ownership minus mentor equity (typically 0.5-1% total)
• Full IP rights to everything built
• All future upside from the company you create
This is possible because Speed2Seed is supported by community partners and backed by Xamun.AI who provide infrastructure. We succeed when founders succeed—not by extracting equity from early-stage ventures.
Is Speed2Seed Right for You?
Who should apply to our program
HealthTech or FinTech Experience
(3+ Years)
You need deep domain expertise in healthcare or finance.
HealthTech backgrounds:
• Clinical practitioners
• Hospital operations
• Medical devices or health IT professionals
• Healthcare insurance or billing specialists
• Public health officials or program managers
FinTech backgrounds:
• Banking professionals
• Payment processing or financial services
• Insurance
• Wealth management or financial advisory
• Fintech operations or risk management
Why 3+ years? You need to have experienced the problem deeply enough to understand root causes, not just symptoms. You need credibility with target customers. And you need realistic understanding of regulatory environments.
Specific Problem
You’re Solving
Not “I want to start a HealthTech company” but “I see this specific broken process daily in my hospital/bank and I know exactly how to fix it.”
Strong applications include:
• Problem statement: Clear, specific description of what’s broken
• Who it affects: Defined target user (patients, doctors, SMEs, underbanked populations)
• Current workarounds: What people do today to cope with the problem
• Why existing solutions fail: What’s been tried and why it didn’t work
• Your unique insight: Why your experience positions you to solve this
The difference: Specificity. You’re not solving “healthcare communication” or “SME lending” broadly—you’re solving a specific, painful problem you’ve witnessed repeatedly.
Time Commitment (Especially Weeks 1-2 and 12-14)
Full-time ideal, part-time possible with significant dedication.
What “commitment” actually means:
Weeks 1-2: 60-80 hours over 2 weeks
Weeks 3-6: 20-30 hours/week.
Weeks 7-11: Similar time requirements to Weeks 3-6
Weeks 12-14: 40-60 hours over 3 weeks
Can you keep your day job? Maybe.
But many founders negotiate leave, go part-time, or commit fully during at least Weeks 1-2 and 12-14.
The program is designed for people serious about building a fundable startup, not dabbling as a side project.
Angel funding at Week 2 enables full-time commitment from Week 3 onwards for most founders.
Demo Day Ready (Willing to Pitch and Raise Capital)
You must be committed to:
• Presenting at Angel Demo Day (Week 2) to angel investors
• Raising $50K-$200K in angel funding to fund development
• Presenting at Seed Demo Day (Week 14) to venture capital firms
• Raising $500K-$3M in seed funding to scale the business
This is not for:
• “I just want to learn about startups” (take a course instead)
• “I want to build a lifestyle business without investors” (Speed2Seed is for high-growth ventures)
• “I’m not ready to take outside funding” (then the program timing won’t work for you)
Raising capital is part of the program. If that’s not appealing, Speed2Seed isn’t the right fit.
From Problem Discovery to Funded Startup:Your 14-Week Journey
Weeks 1-2
Problem Discovery: Validate that you’re solving a real problem people will pay for.
Activities:
• Days 1-2: Methodology bootcamp (Steve Blank, Business Model Canvas, Javelin Board, Customer interview techniques, Xamun platform training)
• Days 3-11: 50+ customer interviews, working prototype development with Xamun, BMC iteration based on evidence
• Days 12-13: Angel Demo Day pitch preparation and rehearsal
Deliverables:
• 50+ documented customer interviews
• Interactive Xamun prototype
• Business Model Canvas v2 (evidence-based)
Day 14
Angel Demo Day
Activities:
• 3-minute pitches with live demos
• Hands-on prototype interaction at booths
• 1:1 meetings with investors and mentors
• Evidence packages (interviews, LOIs, metrics)
• 3-5 letters of intent or early evangelist commitments
Use of Angel Funds
• xDD development fees (Weeks 3-14)
• Founder salary/runway
• Early customer acquisition costs
• Compliance and legal setup
Weeks 3-6
Version 1 Development: Build production-grade Version 1 and achieve first revenue.
Activities:
• Week 3: xDD specification development (requirements, architecture, user workflows)
• Weeks 4-5: Core development (database, APIs, core workflows, founder testing)
• Week 6: Beta launch (3-5 beta customers, feedback collection, bug fixes)
Support cadence:
• Weekly 1-hour mentor video calls
• Bi-monthly full-day in-person sessions
• Group chat & online community access
• xDD team coordination and sprint reviews
Deliverables:
• 100% complete Version 1 (production-ready software)
• 5-10 paying customers (even if discounted or pilot pricing)
• $5K-$25K in MRR or early revenue
Technical note:
Xamun handles development; founders focus on customer validation, feedback integration, and early sales.
Weeks 7-11
Product-Market Fit Optimization: Build traction and demonstrate product-market fit signals.
Activities:
• Market iteration: Analyse customer feedback, enhance product based on real usage
• Channel validation: Test 2-3 customer acquisition channels, measure CAC, identify winning strategies
• Traction building: Scale winning channels, document sales playbook, ramp up revenue
Support cadence:
• Weekly 1-hour mentor video calls
• Bi-monthly full-day in-person sessions
• Group chat & online community access
• Focus shifts to growth, not just product
Deliverables:
• $50K-$100K ARR trajectory
• 25+ paying customers
• Validated acquisition channel(s)
• 40+ NPS score
• 70%+ 90-day retention
Technical note:
These are the metrics VCs want to see at Seed Demo Day
Weeks 12-14
Seed Readiness: Prepare compelling seed pitch with demonstrated traction.
Activities:
• Pitch perfection: Seed pitch deck development, Q&A preparation, rehearsals
• Metrics optimization: Data room preparation, 16-month financial model, unit economics analysis
• Investor prep: Identify target VCs, warm intros, pre-scheduled meetings
Support cadence:
• Full-day in-person sessions Week 12-13
• Multiple pitch rehearsals with mentor feedback
• VC panel mock pitch
• Final deck lock
Deliverables:
• Complete data room (financials, metrics, customer data, legal docs)
• 16-month financial projections
• List of target VCs with warm intro paths
Technical note:
These are the metrics VCs want to see at Seed Demo Day
Week 14
Seed Demo Day
• 5-minute Seed Demo Day pitch + live product demo
• Formal program closing
Application Process & Requirements
Speed2Seed focuses on HealthTech and FinTech founders ready to build solutions the world needs
Mentor Opportunities Across Global Cohorts
Most mentors are timezone-flexible and can mentor remotely. You don’t need to be in the cohort city, though some mentors enjoy attending bi-monthly in-person sessions if they are local or travelling.
Active Programs
Manila (Healthtech)
Cohort 1: HealthTech
March 14 - June 20
Launching Soon
Seattle
March 2026
London
June 2026
Singapore
Q3 2026
Manila (Fintech)
Q3 2026
Planned Expansion
Toronto
Q3 2026
Dubai
Q4 2026
Los Angeles
Q4 2026
New York
Q4 2026
Speed2Seed Team
Arup Maity
Program Director
• Founder & CEO - Xamun.AI
• Founder & CEO - BlastAsia
• Director - PH Software Industry Assoc.
Neil Rowatt
Program Director
• Co-Founder & UK Lead - Xamun.AI
• Customer Success Lead - Be Informed
• Co-Founder - Adroit Professional Ltd.
Patrick Viernes
Program Director
• Advisor, North America - Xamun.AI
• Partner Alliance Management - Fujitsu
• WW Public Sector Lead - Microsoft
Looking for Something Else?
Join the Speed2Seed community as a different actor in the ecosystem
Startup
Founders
Turn your HealthTech/FinTech expertise into funded reality. Get technical validation, angel intros, development team, and structured path to seed round—all in 14 weeks.
Startup
Mentors
Turn your startup expertise into equity. Guide 1-2 HealthTech/FinTech founders through systematic validation for 14 weeks and earn 0.5% per startup.
Angel Investors
Higher-quality pipeline with real traction. Speed2Seed graduates arrive with working MVPs, early revenue, and proven execution—not just slide decks.
Venture Capital Firms
Access pre-vetted, technical-ready deal flow. Every founder has validated specs, committed capital, and locked-in build team. No more “looking for CTO” pitches.
Program
Partner
Infrastructure partner for the entire Speed2Seed network. Provide co-promotion, venue, and/or support and in turn get brand recognition and pipeline access.
Frequently-Asked Questions
Founders
Do I need technical skills or coding experience?
No. Speed2Seed is specifically designed for industry practitioners without technical backgrounds.
Your expertise: Understanding the problem deeply, specifying what to build, validating with customers
Xamun’s expertise: Building production-grade software that actually works
Many of the most successful startups are founded by domain experts who partner with technical execution (in this case, Xamun platform) rather than trying to become developers themselves.
Do I need a co-founder to apply?
No. Solo founders are welcome as long as you have the bandwidth to participate fully in all programme activities.
Considerations:
• Can you commit to the time requirements alone?
• Are you comfortable with business development, customer conversations, and operational tasks?
• Will you need to hire a team post-programme, or can you continue leveraging xDD marketplace?
Many founders find co-founders during or after the programme. Some remain solo and build strong teams instead. Both models work.
How much does Speed2Seed cost?
Zero programme fees. Zero equity to Speed2Seed.
What you do pay/provide:
• Your time and commitment (14 weeks)
• 0.5% equity per mentor (via FAST agreement) to advisors who guide you
• xDD development fees (paid from angel funding raised at Week 2)
What you keep:
• 100% ownership minus mentor equity (typically 0.5-1% total)
• Full IP rights
• All future upside
Speed2Seed is volunteer-operated and supported by programme partners who provide infrastructure (venue, network, support). We succeed when you succeed.
Can I keep my day job during the program?
Ideally no, but partially possible depending on your job flexibility.
Realistic assessment:
Weeks 1-2: Very difficult to maintain full-time employment (60-80 hour commitment)
Weeks 3-11: Possible with flexible schedule or part-time arrangement (20-30 hours/week on startup)
Weeks 12-14: Difficult to maintain full-time employment (40-60 hour commitment)
Many founders:
• Negotiate leave or sabbatical from employer
• Go part-time or take unpaid leave
• Quit and commit fully (especially after raising angel funding Week 2)
• Angel funding at Week 2 ($50K-$200K) is designed to enable full-time commitment from Week 3 onwards for most founders.
What if my idea doesn’t validate during Weeks 1-2?
That’s actually a success, not a failure.
Systematic validation is designed to prevent you from wasting 6-12 months building the wrong thing.
If the problem doesn’t validate:
Pivot: Use the remaining programme time to test a different problem in the same domain
Graceful exit: Thank yourself for discovering this before significant investment
Evidence of non-validation: <30% of interviewees confirm problem severity, no early evangelists willing to commit, workarounds are “good enough,” etc. Most founders DO validate (that’s why 70-85% raise angel funding), but the few who discover fundamental issues early have saved themselves years of pain.
What happens if I don’t raise angel funding at Week 2?
You can continue the programme using personal funds or alternative financing.
Options:
Self-fund development: Pay xDD fees directly if you have capital
Alternative angel sources: Continue pitching angels outside programme network
Adjust scope: Build smaller Version 1 within budget constraints
Pause and fundraise: Take extra time to raise before continuing development
Programme directors will help you problem-solve if Week 2 doesn’t result in funding. The 70-85% success rate means most founders DO raise, but we have contingency plans for those who don’t.
Do I retain full IP ownership of what we build?
Yes. 100%.
You own:
• All software built by Xamun platform
• All IP created during programme
• All customer relationships and data
• Brand, trademarks, and business assets
Xamun doesn't retain any rights. This isn't a platform lock-in model. The code is yours, clean and portable.
What industries within HealthTech and FinTech are best suited?
Great fits (standard web/mobile technologies):
• Telemedicine platforms, patient engagement apps, healthcare scheduling, medical billing software
• Lending marketplaces, payment platforms, wealth management tools, expense management
Not our focus (deep tech requiring novel algorithms or hardware):
• Novel AI/ML algorithms, medical devices & hardware, genomic analysis, real-time trading systems
Key question: Can your Version 1 be built with standard web/mobile technologies? If yes, you're a great fit.
What if I'm between jobs or recently left my role?
Perfect timing.
Many strong Speed2Seed candidates are:
• Transitioning out of corporate roles
• Taking a career break to pursue entrepreneurship
• Recently laid off and exploring startup opportunities
• Sabbatical from clinical or banking work
The programme is designed for people ready to commit seriously, and life transitions often create that space.
Can I apply if I'm based outside the cohort city?
It depends.
Requirements:
• You must attend in-person sessions (Days 1-2 bootcamp, bi-monthly full-day sessions, Demo Days)
• You must be available for local customer interviews (Weeks 1-2 especially)
• Time zone compatibility for mentor calls and daily syncs
If you can meet these: Yes, you can apply. Some founders temporarily relocate for 14 weeks.
Fully remote: Not currently supported. Speed2Seed is designed around in-person cohort dynamics.
What's the acceptance rate?
We aim for 8-15 founders per cohort, with selective admissions.
Why selective?
• Programme quality depends on founder commitment and cohort dynamics
• Mentor availability (1-2 startups per mentor)
• Limited spots ensure personalized attention
But we don't require: Previous startup experience, technical background, MBA, or certain academic pedigree
We DO require: Deep domain expertise (3+ years), specific problem, commitment to full programme, willingness to pitch and raise capital
What happens after the programends?
Most founders continue building their startups.
Post-program paths:
• 50-70%: Close seed rounds and scale (within 6 months)
• 20-30%: Continue building with angel capital, pursue product-market fit
• 5-10%: Pivot to new opportunities or return to employment
Ongoing support:
• Alumni network and events
• Continued mentor relationships
• xDD marketplace access for development needs
• Programme director office hours
• Investor network for future rounds
Speed2Seed is a launchpad, not an endpoint.
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