Find Your Startup Idea with FI's Ideation Bootcamp

FI's structured ideation methodology will guide you through the steps to find the startup idea that best matches your Entrepreneur DNA.

Fully Virtual
Program Dates
Dec 11, 2025 Mar 12, 2026
Early Deadline
Sep 28, 2025
Early Entrance Fee
$149 $399
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The Core Experience

You don't have to do it alone. In just 5 weeks, this bootcamp with help you find an idea that fits your unique Entrepreneur DNA profile and skills, validate it through customer interviews and gain confidence to launch a startup.

Your Entrepreneur DNA

Unlock your unique entrepreneurial profile with the Entrepreneur DNA Assessment. Explore your Founder-Market Fit.
Learn how successful Founders think. Embrace the entrepreneurial mindset and walk the talk.

Structured Methodloogy for Ideation

Gain in-depth understanding of the Rule of One and shorten your path to success.
Experiment with idea generation exercises and identify market opportunities.

Real World Customer Validation

Build a strong Validation Pitch and conduct Customer Interviews to validate your startup idea.
Become confident to iterate and pivot as needed without making the mistake to get too attached to your idea.

Session Calendar

Below are the dates for the upcoming program

Onboarding
Dec 04, 2025
08:00am PST
Kickoff & Ideation
Dec 11, 2025
08:00am PST
Market Opportunity
Dec 18, 2025
08:00am PST
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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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Join an Online Information Session

Sign up for an upcoming info session to learn more and chat with our team. There are several sessions per week across most time zones.

FI Startup Ideation Bootcamp Mentors

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

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Anita Jovic

Founder @ ANAX3
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Martín Martinez

Founding & Executive Director @ Founder Institute Texas
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Jonathan Greechan

Co-Founder & CEO @ Founder Institute
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Megan Todd

Head of Admissions @ Founder Institute
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Sandy Gómez

Director @ FI Caracas
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Nadine Zerrini

Director @ Founder Institute Boston

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