Read all FAQs

Read all the FAQs

We are proud to have built an investment programme with founder-friendly terms. These are some of the most frequently asked questions. If there is something we have not covered, please email us.

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Our terms

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How do we structure our investments? Do you do follow-ons?

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What’s a SAFE and how does it work for our collaboration?

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What happens after the initial investment?

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What is the difference between maze x and MSM?

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How do we help in following financing rounds?

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When do I get the money?

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Do I have to use the money for anything specific?

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Is it possible to just get the investment without the non-financial support?

Application process

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How do I find out if maze x wants to invest in my company?

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Can we have a call to discuss before submitting the pitch deck?

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How long does it take for a positive investment decision after I submit the form?

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Can I have participated already in other accelerators?

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Do I need to be registered as a company?

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Can I reapply?

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What should I include in the pitch deck?

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Will you sign an NDA?

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Do you give feedback on applications?

Venture criteria

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Which type of companies and verticals do you invest in?

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Will you fund multiple start-ups in the same sector?

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How early do you invest? Is the timing right for me?

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Do you invest in single founders?

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What KPIs are you looking for when evaluating a company?

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Can I have raised before?

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Is it ok that we are not incorporated in Portugal?

Programme structure

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What is the difference from the old maze x programme?

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Will we be part of a cohort? Why is maze x not cohort based?

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Is there a “start” and “beginning”? Are you flexible with starting times?

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Do you organize piloting opportunities with commercial partners?

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What happens after the 3 months?

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Is the program in English?

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Can we meet mentors outside of the fixed list?

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Do I have to be in Lisbon? Is it better?

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