SAVANT BUILD PROGRAMME
This is a sample application form. Once you are ready to submit your
application, please visit the online application portal to submit your
actual application. Savant will not review applications submitted via
email.
BASIC INFO
Company Name *
First Name:
Last Name:
Applicant's Role in the Company *
Preferred gender of the Founder(s) *
Applicant's email:
Website
Country in which the Company is
based out of * [Country List]
Founding Year *
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Has your company received funding? (Commercial or Grants) *
Yes
No
(if so, what was the amount you raised?)
0-$50k
$50k-$100k
$100k-$500k
$500k+
Company Stage *
Ideation
Proof of Concept/Minimum Viable Product
Early Market Validation (Some sales)
Generating Consistent Revenue
Growth and Expansion
Mature
SECTION 1: BUSINESS OVERVIEW
1. Business Description & Value Proposition
Description of your business (what product or service you offer, the problem it solves,
and who your target customers are) include how your solution addresses your
customers' pain points and delivers the desired outcomes (max 300 words)
Answer Framework:
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Business Overview: Start with a brief description of what your
business does and the primary product or service you offer.
Target Market: Identify who your solution is designed for (the
target audience or customer segment).
Pain Point: Clearly state the problem or challenge your target
market faces.
Solution & Outcome: Explain how your product/service solves
this problem and the positive outcome it enables for the
customer.
2. Product/Service Overview
Briefly describe the main product(s) or service(s) your company offers. Focus on how
your offering addresses the needs of your customers and the impact it creates (max
200 words)
Answer Framework:
Business Overview: Start with a brief description of what your
business does and the primary product or service you offer.
Target Market: Identify who your solution is designed for (the
target audience or customer segment).
Pain Point: Clearly state the problem or challenge your target
market faces.
Solution & Outcome: Explain how your product/service solves
this problem and the positive outcome it enables for the
customer.
3. Pitch Deck *
Founders, as you prepare to upload your pitch deck, please be
informed that a sample pitch deck is provided here for your guidance.
While this sample serves as a general framework, we encourage you to
exercise discretion in including any additional materials that you
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believe are pertinent in effectively portraying the uniqueness and
potential of your venture.
Example: Download Link
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SECTION 2: MARKET & COMPETITORS
1. Market Opportunity
What evidence supports the demand for your product or service? (max 300 words)
Answer Framework:
Briefly highlight any market research, customer feedback, or
industry data that shows there is a need for your solution.
Mention specific examples such as surveys, successful pilot
programs, or early customer engagement.
Where possible, quantify the demand by mentioning metrics
such as customer interest, pre-orders, or market size.
2. Competitors
Who are your main competitors, and how does your product or service stand out from
theirs? (max 300 words)
Answer Framework:
Identify both direct and indirect competitors—companies offering
similar products or solutions, as well as those targeting the same
customer base.
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Focus on what makes your offering unique, such as proprietary
technology, superior customer experience, pricing, or other
differentiating factors.
Highlight how your product or service provides better value or
solves a problem more effectively than the competition.
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SECTION 3: BUSINESS MODEL & TRACTION
Revenue Model
Describe how your business generates revenue (max 200 words)
Answer Framework:
Detail your business model, such as subscription, one-time sales,
or a service fee. Mention your gross margin and any key
partnerships or revenue streams
4. Traction & Milestones
What traction have you achieved so far? Include revenue, growth rates, customers, or
pilots (max 300 words)
Answer Framework:
Provide key performance indicators like revenue generated,
customer numbers, or partnerships that highlight the business's
growth and market validation.
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SECTION 4: TEAM
1. Team Composition & Expertise
Who are the key members of your team? Please provide details on each member's
education, relevant experience, current role, and how their background aligns with the
market your business addresses (founder-market fit) (max 500 words)
Answer Framework:
Provide a brief but comprehensive overview of each core team
member by addressing the following points:
Name & Role: What is their current role in the company?
Education: What is their educational background and how does it
contribute to their expertise in your market or industry?
Experience: Summarize relevant past experience, especially
highlighting any prior roles or projects in the same sector.
Founder-Market Fit: Explain how this person's background
uniquely positions them to address the needs of the market or the
problem your business is solving.
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SECTION 5: PROGRAMME EXPECTATIONS
Have you been part of an Incubator/Accelerator before? *
Yes
No
(if so, Please mention what Incubator/Accelerator Programme
you were part of)
Name of programme
1. Expectations from Savant Build Programme *
What is your primary goal in joining the Savant Build programme? (max 100 words)
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