LIF Global
Flagship entry-point programme that supports entrepreneurs with a technology prototype to create an entrepreneurial mindset.
LIF Global facilitates the growth of entrepreneurs making a positive impact on their communities with novel technologies.
Advance Programme
Takes exceptional entrepreneurs working on a customer validated product through rapid scale-up and international growth.
Advance is a bespoke programme of relationship-building and business growth activities for tech entrepreneurs who are ready to scale and grow.
LIF Community
Customised activities to support alumni entrepreneurs to grow their business and network.
LIF Community is a continuous learning, peer support, and networking environment for all LIF Innovators.
About our programmes
Starting with the LIF Global programme, entrepreneurs acquire foundational entrepreneurship skills. This then leads to accelerated commercial growth, job creation, and investment in the businesses our programme supports.
Our LIF Global entrepreneurs benefit from the Academy’s unique, prestigious network. This brings together Academy Fellows, likeminded entrepreneurs, investors, business leaders, researchers, and policymakers.
LIF Global alumni have access to more LIF opportunities through Advance and the LIF Community.
Between 2014 and 2023 we have empowered a worldwide community of more than 1,400 LIF entrepreneurs to support each other, and curated a programme of networking events, pitch opportunities and ongoing entrepreneurship training.
Programme review from our entrepreneurs
LIF Global
LIF (Leaders in Innovation Fellowships) Global is our flagship entry-point programme that supports entrepreneurs with a…
Advance
This programme takes entrepreneurs who are working on a customer validated product through rapid scale-up and internati…
FAQ
Questions and answers for applicants to the LIF Global and Advance programmes