Our Mission & Values
Empowering entrepreneurs to build purposeful, future-ready ventures with creativity and trust at the core of everything we do.
Who We Are
Velvet Engine grew out of a shared vision: to make high-quality startup support accessible to founders everywhere. Our journey started in the thriving ecosystem of London and has since expanded to serve entrepreneurs across Europe. As a modern digital platform, we blend mentorship, resources, and community to help ideas become impactful businesses. Our leadership team combines backgrounds in venture capital, tech, and consulting—committed to nurturing innovation and championing diverse founder stories.
Meet our Founders
- Jessica Taylor – Strategy & Operations Lead
- Ahmed Rizvi – Tech & Innovation Partner
- Claire Dubois – Growth & Community Lead
What Sets Us Apart
Award-Winning Programs
Velvet Engine’s incubation and mentoring frameworks are recognized by leading industry bodies for their measurable impact.
Trust & Transparency
We foster a culture of open communication and reliability, so you always know where your journey is headed.
Global Network
Our members gain access to a vibrant ecosystem of founders, investors, and industry experts around the world.
Partner Testimonials
“Our portfolio startups credit Velvet Engine for accelerating their launches and significantly improving fundraising outcomes.”
“Velvet Engine’s resources provide practical, actionable support—making them a go-to partner for entrepreneurial success.”