2XI GP Sprint
2XI GP Launch Pad

Introduction to Fund Management

Selected participants will go through digital practical training courses, masterclasses and one-on-one mentoring to support the design and development of their fund. It is designed for 15-20 participants, structured across 6-months featuring the following content:

• 2X Ignite Digital Academy - Online practical training courses for participants in the early stages of developing and designing their fund. 

• Masterclass Sessions  - 2-3 masterclass sessions facilitated by industry experts tailored to the profile of the selected cohort. (Topics for previous sessions have included: Designing a Fund Strategy for Successful Exits, Approaches to Fundraising, etc.)

• Mentoring Sessions - 2 one-on-one sessions will be held to support the progress of the selected participants.

• The selected participants will have to complete all the digital academy modules, successfully submit their project cases, and attend the masterclass and 1:1 mentoring sessions in order to complete the programme and receive a 2XI GP Launch Pad certificate.

Selection Criteria

• Female or gender-balanced led fund managers 

• GP based in and looking to deploy an investment strategy focused on one or more of the following countries: (Bangladesh, Brunei, Cambodia, Fiji, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Nepal, Philippines, Samoa, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Vietnam) 

• Applies the 2X Criteria across the investment cycle, or is committed to adopting a gender-smart investment strategy 

• Open to VC, PE and innovative finance, both traditional structures and alternative vehicle

• Tier 1 and 2 GPs:
  Tier 1 = Fund idea developed, but yet to launch the fund
  Tier 2 = Launched the fund with a thesis and investment strategy defined, started to build a pipeline of both LPs and potential investees

Expectations

• Time commitment and perseverance during the 6-month programme from September 2023 to March 2024.

• Readiness to learn and commitment to doing the hands-on work needed to bring the fund idea into reality

Acceleration Programme

Selected participants will work on bespoke and practical actions to expedite their timeline to a first close. Throughout the programme, they will work hands-on with experts and mentors who will bring in candid LP perspectives and provide concrete feedback to tackle their respective priorities. Is is designed for 10-12 participants, structured across 6-months featuring the following content:

• With 12 sessions x 2-week intervals, the programme consists of live workshops, coaching sessions, practical project work on the 2X Ignite Digital Academy (asynchronously; with direct relevance to the GP’s work on her fund), and targeted LP meetings. 

• In each 2-week time interval, participants are expected to dedicate 3 hours to live sessions + 6 hours to practical project work + 10-20 hours to LP meetings.

• Coaching Sessions -  One on one sessions with experienced coaches will be held throughout the program to support the progress of the selected participants.

• The selected participants will also be hosted for 1-2 in-person meetings where they will be able to engage with relevant LPs in the ecosystem and participate in practical workshops

Selection Criteria

• Female or gender-balanced led fund managers 

• GPs based in and looking to deploy an investment strategy focused on one or more of the following countries: (Bangladesh, Brunei, Cambodia, Fiji, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Nepal, Philippines, Samoa, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Vietnam) 

• Applies the 2X Criteria across the investment cycle, or is committed to adopting a gender-smart investment strategy 

• Open to VC, PE and innovative finance, both traditional structures and alternative vehicle

• Tier 2, 3 and 4 GPs:
  Tier 2 = Launched the fund with a thesis and investment strategy defined, started to build a pipeline of both LPs and potential investees
  Tier 3 = Raised some capital for the fund and/or deal(s) completed
  Tier 4 = First close achieved or deals completed, looking to achieve final close

Expectations

• Time commitment and perseverance during the 6-month programme from September 2023 to March 2024

• Motivated and open to constructive feedback from an LP perspective and positive energy to do the work needed and implement top priority actions towards a first close.