Apply to our next Accelerator Lab Program
Accelerator Lab provides aspiring FI Local Leaders with the training, best practices, and skillsets needed to run successful accelerators
Fully VirtualProgram Dates
Early Deadline
Mar 2, 2025Early Entrance Fee
$ $0
The Core Experience
Running an accelerator requires a well-structured program & curriculum, access to great mentors, investors and partners. Founder Institute provides you with a platform to run a startup accelerator in your city with just 10 hours of work per week.
1. Apply and Get Invited to Become a Local Leader
2. Build a Team or Join an Existing FI Chapter
3. Complete the 7-Week Local Leader Onboarding Program
Session Calendar
Below are the dates for the upcoming cohort of new FI Local Leaders to receive training on how to run an FI accelerator:
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The real question is: can the Founder Institute be game-changing for your business? The answer is yes. Without FI, Udemy may have never raised any money.
Join an Online Information Session
Sign up for an upcoming info session to learn more and chat with our team. There are several sessions per week across most time zones.
Leadership
Our leadership team are proven startup experts who know how to walk you through the challenges of running a startup accelerator.
FI Accelerator Lab Mentors
Build a startup accelerator efficiently using FI's shared infrastructure, resourced & processes. Learn from FI Leaders & build your network.
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The Founder Institute is the world’s most proven network to turn ideas into fundable startups, and startups into global businesses. Since 2009, our structured accelerator programs have helped over 7,500 entrepreneurs raise over $1.85BN in funding. Based in Silicon Valley and with chapters across 100 countries, our mission is to empower communities of talented and motivated people to build impactful technology companies worldwide.