Founder Institute, the world’s largest pre-seed startup accelerator, announces the launch of FI Brasil Advisor Lab, a hybrid online and in-person program designed to equip participants with the skills, knowledge and international network to effectively serve as advisors and board members for startups.
Program with Silicon Valley methodology
With sessions taking place weekly from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Brasília time from October 10 to December 12, 2024, the FI Brasil Advisor Lab offers a world-class innovation curriculum, weekly assignments, and reading materials, all in an intimate cohort environment of innovation leaders.
Who is the Program for?
The program is designed for business professionals and corporate executives and entrepreneurs who want to expand their expertise as startup advisors, investors and innovation leaders.
What will participants get?
- Increased knowledge as an innovation leader and startup advisor;
- Expanding the network of contacts with other high-caliber innovation leaders in Brazil;
- Guidance and mentorship opportunities through the Founder Institute's global network;
- Access to private investor networking events in 2025 and materials from future bootcamp classes.
Investment and Program Structure
Costing $900, the program is conducted in Portuguese, and in-person networking sessions take place at the beginning and end of the program.
Program Calendar
Sessions include topics such as Advisory Practices, Vision and Mission, Client Development, Revenue and Business Models, Legal and Equity Issues, Go-to-Market and Scalability, Product Development, Co-Founders and Board, and Funding.
The final session on December 12 will be an opportunity for participants to conclude the program with a hybrid and in-person feedback and networking session.
Mark of Biase, founder of the Founder Institute in Brazil, highlights the transformative potential of the program: "The launch of the Brazil Advisor Lab marks an important step for the development of mentors in the startup ecosystem in Brazil. We are seeing a growing national interest in skill enhancement in the market, especially regarding strategic consulting and the role of advisors. This inaugural program aims to meet this demand by connecting professionals with startups and offering comprehensive training that covers best practices as well as practical feedback with real companies." Reflect
How to Participate
Places are limited and interested parties can register directly on the program's official website, through this link:https://fi.co/bootcamp/bradvisorlab
