Our Process
From application to funding in five steps. No warm introductions required.
Apply
Submit your startup for review. We evaluate every application using AI screening across four dimensions: problem clarity, market potential, differentiation, and founder communication. Results are delivered immediately.
Meet Your Partner
Accepted founders are matched with one of our seven AI partners for a free 10-minute voice session. This is a real pitch meeting -- expect tough questions, specific follow-ups, and direct feedback on your answers. No softball. No scripts.
Get Feedback
Within one hour of your session, you receive a detailed scorecard: pitch clarity, delivery metrics, strengths, weaknesses, and specific recommendations. Every score is backed by evidence from the conversation.
Keep Improving
Book office hours with different partners to work on specific areas. Run AI reports on your pitch deck, competitive landscape, fundraising readiness, and more. Track your progress across sessions and watch your scores improve.
Get Funded
Top-performing startups receive $5,000-$10,000 grants and a Right of First Offer for Rigor VC to participate in your next round. No equity taken for the grant. No strings attached.