Founder Institute

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The Founder Institute is the world’s most proven network to turn ideas into fundable startups, and startups into global businesses.
Published/Updated on Mar 12, 2022

About

The Founder Institute (http://fi.co) is the world’s most proven network to turn ideas into fundable startups, and startups into global businesses.

Since 2009, our highly-structured accelerator programs have helped entrepreneurs at the earliest stages grow quickly, know what to do next, and make connections with the largest community of startup advisors.

It all starts with our renowned ‘FI Core’ accelerator, which pushes founders at the idea and pre-seed stages to reach the milestones needed for investment and sustained growth. Alumni of FI Core then get free access to our advanced ‘Founder Lab’ accelerators for years to come, and can get matched with prospective investors in the FI Venture Network - a collection of global funds actively investing in the earliest rounds of funding. Learn more: http://fi.co/overview

The Founder Institute Methodology:

Key figures

  • 6,000+ Alumni Companies

  • $1.75BN+ Funding for Alumni

  • 200+ Chapter Cities

  • 95+Chapter Countries

  • 25,000+ Mentors & Advisors

  • $30BN Estimated Portfolio Value

What's included in the program

We push you to go FARTHER and FASTER, and help you:

Focus on what's important

using a structured growth process that defines your next steps and has been proven to reduce the time and cost to build a startup.

Make smart decisions

through constant feedback on your progress and strategy from top local and international entrepreneurs and investors.

Raise funding

through a proven methodology, vast network of funding partners, and years of post-program support.

Build a global business

by leveraging the world's largest network of startup mentors, founders, and investors (based in Silicon Valley, with chapters spanning 200+ cities across six continents).

What they look for

Admissions Process

  • First, complete the written application so we can learn a bit about you

  • Second, you'll take our Entrepreneur DNA Assessment. This industry-defining assessment looks at your skills as an entrepreneur.

  • Third, if you pass the Entrepreneur DNA assessment, you'll be accepted in the program.

  • Finally, enroll in the program by paying the Entrance Fee and signing our Entrance Agreement

How to apply

ENTRANCE FEE $899

Apply to the Accelerator (Founder Institute Nordics): http://fi.co/join/