The Mint is for fintech operators, by fintech operators.

  • We’ve been doing fintech since before it was fintech.

    After building their own fintech companies, Jake and Sheel ran the 500 Fintech accelerator and accelerated several highly successful companies, including:

    Albert, Chipper, Ethic, Indio, and Kin. To name just a few!

  • Think of us as an extension of your founding team.

    We've backed over 100 fintech companies, and we understand the challenges like nobody else.

    Our founders look to us for help with hiring, building company culture, distribution, strategic partners, fundraising, and everything it takes to win.

  • You’ll have direct access to Team BTV, plus direct connections to partners, customers, and investors from the BTV portfolio and broader network.

    And when it's time to raise, we'll work side-by-side with you on strategy, storytelling, and connections with the best angels and VCs for your business and stage.

    Our companies consistently raise from all of the top investors.

mentorship from the best and brightest in fintech

We’ll pair you with an experienced fintech operator who is uniquely suited to your business.

Stay on track and execute with weekly 1:1 coaching and mentorship to set goals and overcome challenges.

  • Aadik has a wealth of experience in various leadership roles within the financial industry.

    He served as the Head of Business Ops & Strategy at Vouch Insurance and held multiple positions at NerdWallet, including Head of Corporate Development, PM / GM for NW's Auto Loans, and Business Operations Manager for Consumer Credit and Debt.

    Aadik also worked in partnerships at Gusto (formerly ZenPayroll) and as an Associate for Khosla Ventures.

  • Uğur is an experienced entrepreneur and product leader with a strong background in design and engineering.

    Over 17 years, he’s built award-winning products and gained expertise in developing scalable solutions.

    As the founder of Collective, Uğur is driving the transformation of businesses-of-one.

    He has made significant contributions to product design and business development at renowned companies such as MBX, Udemy, and Elisa. Uğur's impressive portfolio includes notable projects with Google Express and Angry Birds, solidifying his position as a prominent figure in the design industry.

The founder journey doesn’t have to be a lonely one.

Joining the BTV portfolio means connecting with its exceptional founder community each year at Camp BTV — where lasting friendships and support networks are made.

Let’s build the future of fintech together.

Applications close for the March-May 2024 cohort on February 16.

Future cohorts: we accept and review applications on a rolling basis.