# FFinc

> FFinc is a London-based professional membership business and impact network founded by Tamara Gillan. It combines paid membership, events, leadership development and corporate-backed accelerators to help women build connections, prepare for investment and grow established businesses. Its Forward Faster programme targets 100 UK female-founded businesses over six months.

- **Founded:** 2024
- **Headquarters:** London, United Kingdom
- **Founders:** Tamara Gillan (Founder and CEO)
- **Products:** FFinc membership, Forward Faster Accelerator, The F World, The FFinc Awards and FFinc 50, Leadership Exchange
- **Notable:** BGF reported in August 2025 that 20% of a preceding accelerator cohort secured funding; the cohort size and capital totals were not disclosed., Founder reported in April 2026 that the 100 Forward Faster founders represented over £250 million in combined annual revenue., Founder reported 85% year-on-year partner retention when announcing the first fundraising round in June 2026.

## Products & services

- **FFinc membership** — £175 per year for network access, tailored invitations, virtual masterclasses and advancement opportunities; includes a 25% member discount on The F World.
- **Forward Faster Accelerator** — Six-month corporate-backed programme for 100 UK female-founded businesses, combining funding readiness, introductions, expert masterclasses and commercial support. The 2026/27 accepted-participant fee is £175, including one year of membership.
- **The F World** — Flagship events mixing business discussions, networking and performances; the 2026 London programme included a debate and a short play.
- **The FFinc Awards and FFinc 50** — Awards and an annual selection recognising founders, leaders, allies and organisations contributing to women’s advancement.
- **Leadership Exchange** — Leadership discussions with finance, technology and geopolitical specialists, documented in October 2024.
- **EmpowHer with Cripps** — Cripps-led four-session programme in association with FFinc, focused on investor expectations and pitching for female leaders of established private businesses.

## Achievements

- BGF reported in August 2025 that 20% of a preceding accelerator cohort secured funding; the cohort size and capital totals were not disclosed.
- Founder reported in April 2026 that the 100 Forward Faster founders represented over £250 million in combined annual revenue.
- Founder reported 85% year-on-year partner retention when announcing the first fundraising round in June 2026.
- FFinc 50 selection in 2025 involved 24 judges, seven categories and more than 500 nominations, according to FFinc.

## Latest updates

- **2026-07** — Stevens & Bolton announced its role as exclusive UK legal partner for the 2026/27 accelerator.
- **2026-09** — The F World London took place at the Bulgari Hotel on 8 September; FFinc subsequently shared event reflections.
- **2026-10** — The 2026/27 accelerator is scheduled to begin in October; the application page listed a 2 October deadline. The FFinc Awards are scheduled for 16 October.
- **2026-11** — The membership page lists a forthcoming F World event at Soho House, Manchester, for 5 November 2026.

## Links

- Website: https://ffinc.co/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fincff/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ffinc.co/

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Last updated: 2026-10-07