Build a Fundable, Global Startup in Colorado

The Founder Institute is the world’s most proven network to turn ideas into fundable startups, and startups into global businesses.

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Program Dates
Oct 21, 2026 Dec 24, 2026
Early Deadline
Sep 8, 2026
Early Entrance Fee
$1199 $1649
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The Core Experience

You don't have to do it alone. Alongside other like-minded entrepreneurs, you will build your business in a structured, proven process.

Critical Support Network

Join an Equity Collective of helpful startup mentors and founders that are invested in your success.
Get access to a lifetime of support programs and partners that far exceeds any comparable program.

Structured Methodology

Know what to work on, and when, with our proven business-building sprints and structured process.
Build a company with impact by leveraging the world's largest network of startup founders and mentors, including Mobility-specific advisors.

Challenging Process

Less than 40% of Founders make it through the program because we challenge you every step of the way.
Get fast-tracked to our Funding Lab program and Virtual Demo Days, giving you the best chance to get funding.

Session Calendar

Below are the dates for the upcoming program

Onboarding
Oct 14, 2026
07:00pm MDT
Kickoff
Oct 21, 2026
07:00pm MDT
Vision
Oct 22, 2026
07:00pm MDT
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Featured Grad

FI Grad Company

From our Silicon Valley chapter, Udemy is the global leader in online learning, with nearly 200,000 courses. The company went public on the NASDAQ in October 2021, raising $421 million.

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The real question is: can the Founder Institute be game-changing for your business? The answer is yes. Without FI, Udemy may have never raised any money.

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Udemy (IPO, 2021)

FI Colorado Mentors

Build a business efficiently through video conferences, office hours, and pitch feedback from a roster of top startup mentors.

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Kelly Fitzsimmons

Co-Founder @ Custom Reality Services
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Mariah Lichtenstern

Founder-CEO @ DiverseCity Ventures
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Rohin Sethi

CEO & Co-Founder @ RS Consulting
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PASCHAL OFFORDUM

Associate @ Shujaa Capital
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Xiaoxu Kang

CEO @ KangarooHealth Inc.
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Chris Garrett

Founder and CEO @ Devil's Canyon Brewery

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Get special deals and support worth over $3 million from top support organizations and partners.

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