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Chennai Summer 2016

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 Chennai Summer 2016 program below.

The Final Application Deadline for the Chennai Summer 2016 program is May 29, 2016, and you can apply to the program at FI.co/join.

Orientation

Welcome and meet your peers.

Date: Jun 07, 2016
Starts at: 08:30 am (America/New_York)

This is where it all begins. During Orientation, we will review the Founder Institute program structure, curriculum, tools, and requirements in detail. In addition, you will identify mentors that can help you get the most out of the program, meet the other founders in your cohort, and learn more about their ideas and skillsets. Assignments for this session include creating a plan to complete the program, watching recommended Founder Institute training videos, and more.

Vision and Ideas

Develop a set of strong ideas.

Date: Jun 08, 2016
Starts at: 08:30 am (America/New_York)

Research and Customer Development

Test your ideas with research.

Date: Jun 14, 2016
Starts at: 08:30 am (America/New_York)

Revenue Models

Chose an idea and a model.

Date: Jun 21, 2016
Starts at: 08:30 am (America/New_York)

Naming and Positioning

Name your business.

Date: Jun 28, 2016
Starts at: 08:30 am (America/New_York)

Mentor Idea Review

Present your idea for feedback.

Date: Jul 12, 2016
Starts at: 08:30 am (America/New_York)

Startup Legal and IP

Build a legal and IP strategy.

Date: Jul 19, 2016
Starts at: 08:30 am (America/New_York)

Team and Advisors

Recruit your first team members.

Date: Jul 26, 2016
Starts at: 08:30 am (America/New_York)

Product Development

Plan to build your offering.

Date: Aug 02, 2016
Starts at: 08:30 am (America/New_York)

Mentor Progress Review

Present your progress for feedback.

Date: Aug 23, 2016
Starts at: 08:30 am (America/New_York)

Sales and Traction

Start generating traction.

Date: Aug 30, 2016
Starts at: 08:30 am (America/New_York)

Branding and Marketing

Establish market credibility.

Date: Sep 20, 2016
Starts at: 08:30 am (America/New_York)

Bootstrapping and Fundraising

Capitalize the business.

Date: Sep 27, 2016
Starts at: 08:30 am (America/New_York)

Graduation

Graduate from the program.

Date: Dec 10, 2016
Starts at: 07:30 am (America/New_York)

Most people that enter the program do not make it to Graduation, because the Founder Institute curriculum is very demanding. However, the select few that Graduate have achieved several years of progress on their startup in just a few months. We typically celebrate the Graduating class with a small event attended by family members, mentors, investors, and more. Afterwards, Graduates gain access to the Founder Institute network, tools, and ongoing resources… and the real work of building and growing an enduring company begins!

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