Investment

Can I apply if I am not planning to raise money?
Yes. FI encourages founders with standalone business ideas that are capital-efficient to apply. The majority of topics covered in the program are relevant t...
Tue, May 25, 2021 at 10:19 PM
Can I apply if I am already fundraising?
Yes. The Founder Institute encourages active fundraising throughout the program for founders that are prepared and require outside capital. The goal is to g...
Tue, May 25, 2021 at 10:20 PM
How will founders interact with investors?
At graduation, top-rated angel investors and venture capitalists will be invited to join and contribute. At this investor session, you will be experienced a...
Tue, May 25, 2021 at 10:20 PM
Are investors turned off by the Class F stock and Equity Collective?
Some are, yes, and others are not. Only the best teams and the best companies will receive financing in the current economic climate, and these strong oppor...
Tue, May 25, 2021 at 10:21 PM
How much money should participating founders plan on raising?
The Founder Institute invites a wide range of founders from different sectors to apply. Some companies need more capital and will raise more capital during ...
Tue, May 25, 2021 at 10:21 PM
Does the Founder Institute make investments?
The Founder Institute does not invest directly in alumni companies. However, we do facilitate investment through introductions, local/ regional/ global even...
Tue, May 25, 2021 at 10:21 PM
Does the entrepreneur have input into and veto power over the valuation?
The founders choose the investors, negotiate the terms, and sign the deal with the assistance of - but no control from - the Founder Institute. Everything i...
Tue, May 25, 2021 at 10:24 PM