Build a Fundable, Global Startup in Midwest Startup Ideation Bootcamp
The Founder Institute is the world's most proven network to turn ideas into fundable startups, and startups into global businesses.
Program Dates
Early Deadline
Jul 14, 2026Early Entrance Fee
$249 $349
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.
Proven Process to Build Quickly & Cheaply
Highly Structured and Sequential
Constant Feedback from Mentors
Session Calendar
Below are the dates for the upcoming program
Featured Grad
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.
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.
Events
Join us for an upcoming event - local or global - to meet other founders and experts. Learn what you need to know now to scale your startup.
How to Use AI to Test Your Startup Idea Fast
The AI-Native Founder Revolution: Build Your Company Faster Than Ever
Venture Trailblazers featuring Tim Draper
Go From Idea to Working App with AI, Featuring Adeo Ressi
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Ecosystem Highlights
We're your local chapter! We live here and we want to grow along with you. Leverage our deep connections in the Midwest Startup Ideation Bootcamp startup ecosystem to propel your business forward.
Mentors
Our Mentors bring real-life experience and expertise so you can make timely decisions quickly.
Greg Jaros
Founder & CEO @ PocketKnock
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The Founder Institute is the world’s most proven network to turn ideas into fundable startups, and startups into global businesses. Since 2009, our AI-native company-building programs have helped over 9,000 entrepreneurs raise over 2BN 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.
