Built by founders,
for founders.
Cambridge Startups is the operating system for the Cambridge startup ecosystem. Founded by Cambridge, for Cambridge.
Cambridge produces world-class founders. We're building the infrastructure to match.
Cambridge has produced some of the world's most consequential companies — from ARM to DeepMind to Autonomy. But for too long, the university's startup ecosystem has been fragmented: multiple societies, multiple platforms, no single home for Cambridge founders.
We set out to change that. Cambridge Startups is the all-in-one platform combining a VC accelerator, startup directory, jobs board, co-founder matching, and community events — all focused on the Cambridge ecosystem.
We believe that the best founders in the world are at Cambridge right now. They just need the right tools, connections, and community to build the companies they're capable of.
To make Cambridge the best place in the world to start a company.
Seed funding and investor access from day one.
A network of Cambridge founders, mentors, and alumni.
Jobs at Cambridge startups — and talent for those startups.
Events, workshops, and knowledge for every stage.
How we got here
Cambridge Startups founded by a group of Cambridge founders tired of the ecosystem's fragmentation.
Platform launched. Startup Directory goes live with 50+ companies. Community crosses 200 members.
Pre-Accelerator programme announced. First cohort of workshops oversubscribed within 48 hours.
Accelerator Cohort 01 opens for applications. First Demo Day planned for June.
Who we are
Computer Science, Trinity College. Previously at Palantir and a YC-backed startup. Passionate about building the Cambridge startup ecosystem.
Economics & Management, Pembroke College. Ex-McKinsey. Leads our community programming and partner relationships.
Engineering, Queens' College. Founded two startups (one exit). Oversees the accelerator selection process and investor relations.
Natural Sciences, Girton College. Runs our event series and co-founder matching programme. Speaks four languages.
Every great company
starts with two.
Browse profiles of Cambridge builders actively looking for a co-founder. Filter by skills, domain, stage, and commitment level — and meet in person at our co-founder events.
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Whether you're a founder, investor, mentor, or just curious — drop us a message.