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Startup Ideation Bootcamp Cohort 5

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 2BN. 

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 Startup Ideation Bootcamp Cohort 5 program below.

The Final Application Deadline for the Startup Ideation Bootcamp Cohort 5 program is May 31, 2026, and you can apply to the program at FI.co/join.

Onboarding

Learn about the Founder Institute

Date: May 26, 2026
Starts at: 09:00 pm (America/New_York)

Welcome to the Onboarding Sprint of the Startup Ideation Bootcamp! To hit the ground running, you can begin working on the Onboarding deliverables as soon as you enroll and unlock access. Keep in mind that access to a Feedback Session with Mentors will be granted only to those who complete the work during the first 5 Sprints. Good luck, and let’s make your idea a reality!

Kickoff & Ideation

Date: Jun 02, 2026
Starts at: 12:00 pm (America/New_York)

Start by meeting fellow aspiring entrepreneurs and exchanging ideas. You'll learn how the bootcamp works, set your short-term goals, and begin brainstorming and refining your startup idea.

Customer Validation

Date: Jun 04, 2026
Starts at: 12:00 pm (America/New_York)

A great idea needs to solve a real pain point. In this session, you'll learn the techniques and tools to evaluate your market opportunity, run customer interviews, and validate whether your idea has real demand.

Startup Idea Feedback 1

Date: Jun 09, 2026
Starts at: 12:00 pm (America/New_York)

Pitch your startup idea to expert mentors from the FI network and get direct feedback. Walk away with a sharper idea and a stronger pitch.

Startup Idea Feedback 2

Date: Jun 11, 2026
Starts at: 12:00 pm (America/New_York)

Get a final round of feedback and advice from expert mentors, share what you've learned through ideation and customer validation, and leave with clear, actionable next steps to move your startup forward.