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Funding Lab Q2 2025

At the Founder Institute, you won't "learn" how to build a business. Rather, you will build your business alongside top startup experts using a proven, structured process that has helped some of the world's fastest growing companies raise over $1.85BN. 

Our core program includes a series of challenging growth sprints, in addition to Weekly Feedback Sessions where you will receive constant feedback on your progress from experienced Mentors and Investors. 

See the schedule for the Funding Lab Q2 2025 program below.

The Final Application Deadline for the Funding Lab Q2 2025 program is Mar 23, 2025, and you can apply to the program at FI.co/join.

Intro to Fundraising

Date: Apr 03, 2025
Starts at: 12:00 pm (America/New_York)

Fundraising Setup

Date: Apr 10, 2025
Starts at: 12:00 pm (America/New_York)

Fundraising Advisors

Date: Apr 17, 2025
Starts at: 12:00 pm (America/New_York)

Investor Network Building

Date: Apr 24, 2025
Starts at: 12:00 pm (America/New_York)

Funding Lab Q2 2025 VIP Launch Mixer, with Investors and Leader Networking

Date: Apr 25, 2025
Starts at: 11:00 am (America/New_York)

https://www.airmeet.com/e/a99b94e0-d8e9-11ef-a05d-67c83087c705

The FI HQ Portfolio Success is hosting a special Q2 2025 VIP networking event for FI VN Investors, Venture Advisors, and Global Leaders of the Founder Institute to meet the newest Funding Lab cohort founders who are actively raising capital.

Attendees will have the opportunity to network with other VIPs through structured speed networking, as well as by joining various virtual tables organized around topics and industry sectors. Chat with fellow investors, entrepreneurs, and experienced startup ecosystem leaders from your region and around the world - the Airmeet platform makes it easy to connect virtually and join the discussions you like. Come prepared to be on camera - this is a face-to-face interactive online event, not a webinar!

Outreach and Initial Pitching

Date: May 01, 2025
Starts at: 12:00 pm (America/New_York)

Campaign Refinement

Date: May 08, 2025
Starts at: 12:00 pm (America/New_York)

Fundraising Readiness Review

Date: May 15, 2025
Starts at: 12:00 pm (America/New_York)

Pitching, Negotiating, and Closing

Date: May 22, 2025
Starts at: 12:00 pm (America/New_York)

Advanced Pitching

Date: May 29, 2025
Starts at: 12:00 pm (America/New_York)

Term Sheets, Closing, and Follow Up

Date: Jun 05, 2025
Starts at: 12:00 pm (America/New_York)

Post Program Resources

The 4 month Core-Program is just the beginning. We have developed extensive support programs and resources for our Alumni that far exceed any other comparable startup program.

Continued Support

FI Alumni
  • Dedicated Alumni Support Team in Silicon Valley
  • Access to the world's largest network of mentors and investors (35,000+)
  • Private Alumni mailing lists
  • $2M+ in partner discounts
  • Invites to FI sessions & network events
  • Potentail introductions to investors

Post-Programs

Founder Lab
  • A series of virtual advisory programs where you work with our Silicon Valley HQ team to reach next milestones
  • Funding Lab helps get your lead investor within 6 months
  • P/M Fit Lab (2023) helps you get to Product Market Fit
  • FI Venture Network helps you get intros to investors
  • 100% customized and FREE for Alumni

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