The Founder’s Guide to AI Workshop
A free, four-part series of events to help entrepreneurs utilize AI to supercharge their productivity and growth.
Bootcamp Dates
Bootcamp Structure
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Four interactive online events, each focused on a core founder challenge
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Live demos, practical frameworks, and open Q&A
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Topics include content creation, MVPs, productivity, and automation
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Optional networking sessions to connect with fellow founders and builders
Who is it for?
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Founders that want practical tips on using AI
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Builders learning tools like ChatGPT, Lovable, Cursor, and more
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Anyone looking to work faster and smarter with AI
What you will get out of this workshop
Walk away with real skills, proven workflows, and the clarity to build faster with AI. This includes:
- Learn how to craft content, build MVPs, and automate tasks using AI
- Gain hands-on experience with tools founders actually use
- See real startup examples that show exactly how these systems work in the wild
Meet your Instructor
Trevor Longino
Trevor is the founder of Crowdtamers, an agency that launches new startups and products. He is involved with over 50 startup takeoffs, and he launched 12 businesses that he grew from $0 to $2MM+ in ARR. With 20+ years of experience, Trevor has taught more than 1,000 startups winning marketing principles and tactics.
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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.
Gagan BiyaniUdemy (IPO, 2021) -
FI's content and structure were extremely helpful to learn everything in a step by step manner. It saved me a significant amount of time and prevented me from making a lot of mistakes!
Purva GuptaLily ($41M+ funding) -
The biggest challenge I had during fundraising was explaining our value proposition. It was complicated. The advice I got around everything from FI was spot on!
Ernest ChanPredictNow ($750K+ funding)
Workshop Schedule
A focused 4-day workshop with live events designed to help you apply AI, build faster, and launch smarter.
Program Dates
Creating Effective Content with AI
Creating content and building a social presence as a founder can be challenging. This workshop shows you how to use AI tools to amplify your message without losing your voice.
- Craft content that reflects your unique voice using AI tools like ChatGPT and Gemini
- Create short-form video content quickly using tools like Opus.pro or Descript
- Start publishing on platforms like TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and LinkedIn to validate your message and audience
- RSVP here: https://fi.co/startupwebinar/19051
Building an MVP with No Coding Skills
Building a product as a non-technical founder can feel like hitting a wall. This workshop shows you how to use AI tools to bring your idea to life without writing code.
- Design and build a Lovable MVP using tools like Lovable.so and Bolt
- Apply vibe-coding techniques with Cursor, VSCode, and LLMs even if you have no coding experience
- Learn from real-world workflows, including how the Insight MVP was launched using no-code tools
- RSVP here: https://fi.co/startupwebinar/19052
Using AI to Increase Productivity
Juggling tasks as a founder can feel overwhelming. This workshop will show you how to build an AI-powered system to stay focused, reduce distractions, and get more done using your own notes and inputs.
- Use AI to prioritize your to-dos and create a personalized productivity system
- Turn notes, voice memos, and transcripts into custom workflows that keep you on track
- Explore privacy-friendly, self-hosted AI setups to boost output without compromising data
- RSVP here: https://fi.co/startupwebinar/19055
Using Agentic Workflows to Automate Repetitive Tasks
Founders often wear every hat at once. This workshop introduces agentic workflows and shows how to use AI tools to automate repetitive tasks and reclaim your focus.
- Understand what agentic workflows are and how they can automate daily operations
- See real examples like call handling with HeyVail and marketing automation with Insight and CrowdTamers
- Learn how to set up simple, scalable systems using tools like MCP to streamline your business
- RSVP here: https://fi.co/startupwebinar/19056
Unlock a World of Startup Knowledge
Completing the workshop is just the beginning. You’ll get continued access to resources and opportunities designed to help you move forward:
- Access to upcoming Founder Institute events featuring top founders, investors, and startup experts
- Invitations to future bootcamps focused on startup ideation and fundraising
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Frequently Asked Questions
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This workshop is for early-stage founders, builders, and startup teams using AI to move faster.
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Yes! You are of course welcome to attend.
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No, there is no equity component to this workshop.
The Founder Institute is the world’s most proven network to turn ideas into fundable startups, and startups into global businesses. Since 2009, our structured accelerator programs have helped over 7,800 entrepreneurs raise over $1.85BN in funding. Based in Silicon Valley and with chapters across 100 countries, our mission is to empower communities of talented and motivated people to build impactful technology companies worldwide.
