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 Nordics program!
If you could use a structured process and a lifetime of support from Nordics's top investors and entrepreneurs to build a startup, then apply to the Nordics 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 Nordics, where you can learn from top entrepreneurs:
Nordics Events:
- [Restricted] Nordics Fall 2026 VIP Launch Mixer (In-Person): 6:00pm, Feb 10, 2027 (Europe/Stockholm): https://FI.co/e/397143
Global or Regional Events:
- From First Idea to First Funding: Global Alumni Stories: 6:00pm, Dec 01, 2026 (Europe/Stockholm): https://FI.co/e/408515
The Nordics program is led by some of the region's top startup leaders, including Naimul Abd (CEO, Connect Öst).
In addition, some of Nordics'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 Nordics Founder Institute includes:
* Abid Masood * Almir Krso * Andreas Svendsen * Andrew Hennigan * Arcui Usoara * Aviv Shalgi * Berg Moe * Bilal Zahoor * Caroline Wachtmeister * Chintan Oza * Dennis Kibirev * Emil Jerndal * Haider Abdo * Janne Saarikko * Jonas Glädt * Jonathan Greechan * Junada Sulillari * Magret Jokela * Malcolm Larri * Mara Rada * Michael Lantz * Niklas Rudemo * Olena Bochulia * Per Björklund * Pontus Lund * Remi Saint-Jean * Sandra Jona * Sofie Marin * Stéphane Nasser * Taylor Ryan
- And many more to be announced.
Join us in Nordics to build a great company in 2024.
Apply to the Nordics Spring 2027 Founder Institute today, or learn more at FI.co/overview.
