The SPARKS Programme
Your opportunity to validate and develop your early stage FinTech solution
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Overview
Early stage FinTech companies experience a variety of obstacles and challenges when defining, validating, and subsequently launching their product. Engine’s SPARKS Programme is here to help!
SPARKS validates and develops pre-seed FinTech start ups in the asset and wealth management space. Eligible FinTechs will be able to apply to enter the programme by completing an application form including a 2 minute video and a Value Proposition Canvas.
Up to 2 FinTechs will ultimately be chosen for the programme and will have the opportunity to work closely with specific Engine Advisory Panel taskforces that sit in the areas of distribution, investments and operations. The taskforces and the Engine team will review their offering, provide feedback and guidance, and ultimately assist in validating the solution and its place in the industry.
Applications are now open
Applications for SPARKS are now open and will remain open until 20th October 2023. You can apply for SPARKS by clicking the button below. If you have any questions please contact [email protected]. Applicants must be pre-seed startups.
Benefits of the Programme
Successful SPARKS applicants benefit from the following:
- The opportunity to pitch to an Engine Advisory Panel task force that will provide you with crucial feedback and developmental suggestions
- Advice and support from the IA Engine team and partners
- Policy advice and support from IA experts
- Access to the IA knowledge centre that contains whitepapers, guidance, consultations responses, stats and more
- 3 months of free *IA FinTech membership upon completion of the SPARKS programme (to be used within 12 months).

If you are selected to participate in the SPARKS programme then you will be able to use the above badge in your email signature and on your website.