Entrepreneurs First

Activity from announced rounds

Activity in this selectionMar 31, 2026 · AI · Mar 1, 2026

Entrepreneurs First backs individuals before a company exists, helping them find a co-founder, develop an idea and form a business with a path into the US startup market.

Its matching process introduces candidates screened for complementary skills and working styles. Founders test potential partnerships through retreats, local cohorts and company-building work, with a dedicated adviser and a San Francisco-based partner.

EF offers an equity-free grant during ideation and up to $250,000 of investment after company formation. Support for the US phase includes office space, customer development, incorporation and relocation guidance, fundraising preparation and a San Francisco Demo Day.

Sources
Rounds participated in
2
Confirmed lead rounds
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2 roles undisclosed
New companies
2
First participation on record · 0 follow-on
Funding in participating rounds
$2.1M
1 disclosed · full round size, not this investor’s share

By stage

Pre-seed1
Undisclosed1

By primary sector

Defense tech2

By country

United Kingdom2

Rounds

2 in this selection
Hadean

Develops AI-powered digital wargaming and command-and-control capabilities.

UndisclosedUndisclosed
Role not disclosed
Mutable Tactics

Develops AI software to improve drone deployment in combat environments

$2.1MPre-Seed
Role not disclosed