Now is the time to rebuild: the world needs entrepreneurs to lead the way in creating a better future, for everyone.
Whether you have already launched a startup or are still in the idea-phase, this is the time to act. 2020 brought havoc to our health, our society, and our economy, and what remains is a world filled with reshuffling industries and new problems that need to be solved. As we embark on 2021, we each have an opportunity to play a part in helping shape that better future.
That's why we are excited to announce applications are now open 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 something meaningful, then apply to the Bulgaria 2027 Founder Institute today.
We will be hosting several free startup online events in Bulgaria over the coming weeks, where you can learn virtually from top entrepreneurs from the comfort of your home:
Bulgaria Events:
- How to Turn Your Industry Expertise Into an AI Startup: 3:00pm, Oct 22, 2026 (Europe/Sofia): https://FI.co/e/406072
- How to Build an AI Startup: 7:00pm, Oct 28, 2026 (Europe/Sofia): https://FI.co/e/406101
Global or Regional Events:
- FI Alumni Panel: Meet Founders of High-Growth Startups (Q&A + Networking): 7:00pm, Oct 06, 2026 (Europe/Sofia): https://FI.co/e/398723
- From Dreamer to Doer: Build the Founder Mindset: 7:00pm, Oct 13, 2026 (Europe/Sofia): https://FI.co/e/399025
Based in Silicon Valley and with chapters across 200+ cities worldwide, the Founder Institute is designed to help you build an enduring business that can survive and thrive in this “new normal.” We do this by giving you a clear process combined with constant feedback from a devoted network of international entrepreneurs and investors. Participants in the 4-month Agentic program also get access to a lifetime of support through the Founder Institute's industry-leading free post-programs.
The Bulgaria accelerator is led by some of the region's top startup leaders, including Alex Dascalu, Bozhidar Georgiev, Elena Nikolova, Janet Todorova, and Tatyana Mitkova. In addition, some of Bulgaria's top investors, entrepreneurs, and CEOs will be participating as mentors in the program, providing expert feedback and evaluation.
Since 2009, the Founder Institute has helped over 9,000 Alumni raise over 2BN funding, get into seed-accelerators, generate traction, recruit a team, build a product, transition from employee to entrepreneur, and more (see the FI 10 Year Impact Report here).
Join us in Bulgaria to help build the future.
Apply to the Bulgaria 2027 Founder Institute today, or learn more at FI.co/overview.
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