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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 continue through 2021, every entrepreneur has the 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 Vietnam Virtual 2021 program.

If you could use a structured process and a lifetime of support from Vietnam's top investors and entrepreneurs to build something meaningful, then apply to the Vietnam Virtual 2021 Founder Institute today.

We will be hosting several free startup online events in Vietnam over the coming weeks, where you can learn virtually from top entrepreneurs from the comfort of your home:

  • How to Find the First Customers for Your Startup Idea: 11:00pm, Aug 11, 2026 (Asia/Jakarta): https://FI.co/e/403340
  • How to Get Customer Feedback on your Startup Idea in the Age of AI: 11:00pm, Aug 18, 2026 (Asia/Jakarta): https://FI.co/e/403496
  • Stop Guessing, Start Raising: An Investor Q&A: 11:00pm, Sep 01, 2026 (Asia/Jakarta): https://FI.co/e/403881
  • [Restricted] VIP Pitch Lounge: Pitch Live and Get Feedback from Investors & Advisors: 11:00pm, Sep 08, 2026 (Asia/Jakarta): https://FI.co/e/401174
  • How to Create a Great First Startup Pitch using AI: 7:30am, Sep 15, 2026 (Asia/Jakarta): https://FI.co/e/403637

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 core program also get access to a lifetime of support through the Founder Institute's industry-leading free post-programs.

The Vietnam accelerator is led by some of the region's top startup leaders, including Bobby Liu, Ha Nguyen, Quang MaiTran Manh Cong, and Tuan Pham. In addition, some of Hanoi's top investors, entrepreneurs, and CEOs will be participating as mentors in the program, providing expert feedback and evaluation. The list of startup mentors for the Vietnam Founder Institute includes:

  • And many more to be announced.

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 Vietnam to help build the future. 

Apply to the Vietnam Virtual 2021 Founder Institute today, or learn more at FI.co/overview.  

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