Founders at the University of Cambridge
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    About Us

    We know that every founder’s journey is nothing short of a radical personal odyssey, especially in the early stages of crafting a successful technology-based venture. We know that with the right support there are few challenges you cannot conquer. We are dedicated to giving you this support right from the outset.

    This is our commitment to you at Founders at the University of Cambridge: providing a curated set of programmes alongside a network of investors, experts, practitioners and mentors, all for the benefit of you, our founders. 
 Our audacious aim? To create a blueprint for how best to support founders who want to scale their scientific breakthroughs and have global societal impact.



    OUR TEAM

    We’re a small team with big ambitions and ideas. We are a community of like-minded individuals who share a passion for innovation and a commitment to turning dreams into reality.

    Our team is comprised of experienced entrepreneurs, industry experts and practitioners who are dedicated to helping founders and founding teams navigate the exciting but challenging journey of growing a science-base spinout at the very early stages. It’s clearly early days but if this is something that resonates with you, do join us on our journey as we will be making hires.

    Alena Protasova
    Alena Protasova
    Programme Associate
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    Anca Belu
    Anca Belu
    Global Community Lead
    Anca Belu on LinkedIn
    Anne Dobree
    Anne Dobree
    Programming Director
    Anne Dobree on LinkedIn
    Connor Farrell
    Connor Farrell
    Programme Associate
    Connor Farrell on LinkedIn
    Gerard Grech CBE
    Gerard Grech CBE
    Managing Director
    Gerard Grech CBE on LinkedIn
    Mark Lazar
    Mark Lazar
    Programme Director
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    Winny Sanchita
    Winny Sanchita
    Programme Associate
    Winny Sanchita on LinkedIn