Startup ecosystems can be fragmented, and startup resources can seem hidden to many newcomers.
The Startup Resource List, from the Founder Institute, provides entrepreneurs in nearly 100 cities with a sequential list of the best local tools, people, investors, and companies that help startups through every stage of their journey.
We created these lists because it takes a city to raise a startup.
Resource Lists
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Global Food Startup Ecosystem Resource Guide: 324+ Accelerators, Incubators, and more
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Drew Zias
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Jun 4, 2021
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Singapore Startup Resource List: 535+ Accelerators, Incubators, Investors, and more
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Phylecia Terrell
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May 17, 2021
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South Florida Startup Ecosystem List: 438 + Accelerators, Incubators, Investors, and more
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Joe Garza
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May 7, 2021
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Chicago Startup Resource List: 364+ Accelerators, Incubators, Investors, and more
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Drew Zias
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Apr 22, 2021
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Female Founder Startup Resource List: 593+ Accelerators, Incubators, Investors, and more
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Phylecia Terrell
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Mar 19, 2021
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Washington D.C. Startup Resource List: 475+ Accelerators, Incubators, Investors, and more
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Phylecia Terrell
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Feb 26, 2021
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Hong Kong Startup Ecosystem Canvas: 300+ Resources for HK Tech Entrepreneurs (V3 UPDATE)
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Drew Zias
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Feb 16, 2021
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Black American Startup Resource List: 742+ Accelerators, Incubators, Investors, and more (2021 Update)
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Dustin Betz
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Feb 4, 2021
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Rio de Janeiro Startup Resource List: 425+ Accelerators, Incubators, Investors, and more
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Dustin Betz
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Jan 28, 2021
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New Zealand Startup Resource List: 450+ Accelerators, Incubators, Investors, and more
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Phylecia Terrell
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Jan 27, 2021
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Adelaide Startup Resource List: 250+ Accelerators, Incubators, Investors, and more
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Jonathan Greechan
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Jan 21, 2021
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Lagos Startup Resource List: 580+ Accelerators, Incubators, Investors, and more
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Jonathan Greechan
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Jan 15, 2021
Main Components
The Startup Resource Lists are created from the Startup Ecosystem Canvas, which represents a somewhat sequential view of a startup ecosystem. It was inspired by Startup Communities, and refined using the Founder Institute's experience launching companies in over 200 cities worldwide. To read the long story behind its creation, see this blog post.
Download the Startup Ecosystem Canvas Template here.
1. The Stages
There is no one right way to build a technology company, but for the sake of simplicity we have outlined a basic, common framework.
Idea Stage
This is where new entrepreneurs get inspired, learn best practices, develop skills, validate ideas, and begin to build their team and product.
Launch Stage
In this stage, entrepreneurs establish and formalize the company, develop the product, get feedback from customers, and prepare for the next step.
Growth Stage
Here, a startup proves their utility, receives recognition, and scales up. This usually requires funding, angels, VCs, and ways to connect them to startups.
2. The Supporters
To facilitate the steps, every ecosystem needs strong supporters.
Evangelists
Successful entrepreneurs must be the guiding forces of any startup ecosystem, especially in the Idea-Stage.
Government
Public organizations can play an important role by facilitating and supporting the community in the Launch-Stage.
Talent
You can't grow without talent, and both universities and large technical employers attract and cultivate the local talent pool.
3. The End Product: Success Stories
It takes time, but the product of a strong ecosystem is startup success. The leaders of these companies should be startup evangelists, as well.
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