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Apprentice Cohort 1

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 $1.85BN. 

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 Apprentice Cohort 1 program below.

The Final Application Deadline for the Apprentice Cohort 1 program is May 26, 2024, and you can apply to the program at FI.co/join.

Welcome & What is a Startup Ecosystem?

Date: Jun 12, 2024
Starts at: 12:00 pm (America/New_York)

Introduction to Startup Accelerators

Date: Jun 19, 2024
Starts at: 12:00 pm (America/New_York)

The Role of Accelerators in Startup Ecosystems

Date: Jun 26, 2024
Starts at: 12:00 pm (America/New_York)

Apprenticeship Program Expectations and Overview

Date: Jul 10, 2024
Starts at: 12:00 pm (America/New_York)

Phase 2 Welcome & Operations

Date: Jul 24, 2024
Starts at: 12:00 pm (America/New_York)

Marketing & Recruitment

Date: Aug 14, 2024
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