Build an Amazing Company in Perth

The Founder Institute provides a global support network and a proven methodology to get your startup to traction and funding

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Program Dates
Aug 10, 2026 Nov 24, 2026
Deadline
Aug 10, 2026
Entrance Fee
$799
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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.

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
Aug 03, 2026
04:00pm AWST
Accelerator Kickoff
Aug 10, 2026
04:00pm AWST
Vision & Mission
Aug 11, 2026
04:00pm AWST
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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.

FI Grad

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 Biyani
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Udemy (IPO, 2021)

Leadership

Our leadership team are proven startup experts who know how to walk you through the challenges of your early-stage startup.

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Benjamin Chong

Partner @ Right Click Capital
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Paul Krajewski

Product Management / Research MarTech SaaS @ SalesEnablement.wordpress.com/about

FI Perth Mentors

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

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Ruben Martin

Co-Founder @ GraniteStack
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Alex Sy

Managing Director @ ATLAS Business Consulting and Mentoring Services
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Stefan Korn

General Manager @ Callaghan Innovation
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Natalie Nguyen

Founder @ Hyper Anna
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Franziska Iseli

Founder @ Basic Bananas
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Bjorn Halfmann

Experience Design Director, Co-Founder @ australiancoffeeculture.com

FI Partners

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

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