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Decile Launch 8

At the Founder Institute, you won't "learn" how to build a business. Rather, you will build your business alongside top startup experts using a proven, structured process that has helped some of the world's fastest growing companies raise over $1.75BN. 

Our core program includes a series of challenging growth sprints, in addition to Weekly Feedback Sessions where you will receive constant feedback on your progress from experienced Mentors and Investors. 

See the schedule for the Decile Launch 8 program below.

The Final Application Deadline for the Decile Launch 8 program is Feb 08, 2023, and you can apply to the program at FI.co/join.

Onboarding

Date: Feb 15, 2023
Starts at: 11:30 am (America/New_York)

LP Preparation

Date: Feb 22, 2023
Starts at: 11:30 am (America/New_York)

LP Outreach

Date: Mar 01, 2023
Starts at: 08:00 pm (America/New_York)

In this third Sprint, you are going to aggressively start calling and emailing LPs to validate interest and build momentum towards your close. It is mission critical for the success of your closing that you speak with as many Limited Partners as possible this week. 


Closing Validation

Date: Mar 08, 2023
Starts at: 12:00 pm (America/New_York)

Formation Start

Date: Mar 15, 2023
Starts at: 08:00 am (America/New_York)

Formation

Date: Mar 22, 2023
Starts at: 12:00 pm (America/New_York)

LP Signatures

Date: Mar 29, 2023
Starts at: 08:00 pm (America/New_York)

Closing & Capital Call

Date: Apr 05, 2023
Starts at: 12:00 pm (America/New_York)

Post Program Resources

The 4 month Core-Program is just the beginning. We have developed extensive support programs and resources for our Alumni that far exceed any other comparable startup program.

Continued Support

FI Alumni
  • Dedicated Alumni Support Team in Silicon Valley
  • Access to the world's largest network of mentors and investors (35,000+)
  • Private Alumni mailing lists
  • $2M+ in partner discounts
  • Invites to FI sessions & network events
  • Potentail introductions to investors

Post-Programs

Founder Lab
  • A series of virtual advisory programs where you work with our Silicon Valley HQ team to reach next milestones
  • Funding Lab helps get your lead investor within 6 months
  • P/M Fit Lab (2023) helps you get to Product Market Fit
  • FI Venture Network helps you get intros to investors
  • 100% customized and FREE for Alumni