The Founder Institute, the world’s most proven network to turn ideas into fundable startups, is excited to announce that we are now accepting applications for the Bulgaria 2027 program!
If you could use a structured process and a lifetime of support from Bulgaria's top investors and entrepreneurs to build a startup, then apply to the Eastern Europe Founder Institute today.
Since 2009, our highly-structured accelerator programs have helped entrepreneurs at the earliest stages grow quickly, know what to do next, and make connections with the largest community of startup advisors.
To celebrate the launch, the Founder Institute will host several free online startup events in Eastern Europe, where you can learn from top entrepreneurs:
Bulgaria Events:
- How to Build an AI Startup: 7:00pm, Oct 28, 2026 (Europe/Sofia): https://FI.co/e/406101
Global or Regional Events:
- From Founder to Funded: Interactive Q&A with Brian Bell: 7:00pm, Nov 03, 2026 (Europe/Sofia): https://FI.co/e/407556
The Bulgaria program is led by some of the region's top startup leaders, including Ivan Germanov (Regional Success Manager, Founder Institute HQ), Ivaylo Ivanov (Director, Founder Institute CEE), Lyubomir Kolev (Associate, Founder Institute CEE).
In addition, some of Bulgaria's top investors, entrepreneurs, and CEOs will be participating in the program, providing them with expert feedback and evaluation. The list of startup mentors for the Bulgaria Founder Institute includes:
* Alexander Sumin * Bernie Li * Chris Foltz * Cristian Munteanu * David Llorente * Dilyan Dimitrov * Don Samoil * Emmett King * Erik Evrard * Irakli Vekua * Iskren Mitev * Ivo Vasilev * Janet Todorova * Kai Malkwitz * Keti Meparishvili * Manoj Ranaweera * Maria Mihes * Mihai Darzan * Nick Saunders * Olivia Marcu-Iordănescu * Peter Lozanov * Petko Karamotchev * Philip Choban * Regine Harr * Russell Brand * Ryan Riegg * Salim Virani * Torrey Smith * Vassil Popovski * Victor Schiller
- And many more to be announced.
Join us in Bulgaria to build a great company in 2023.
Apply to the Eastern Europe Founder Institute today, or learn more at FI.co/overview.
