Pitch. Connect. Grow. Join the $3B Founder Showcase Legacy.
Who Can Appy?
Applications are now OPEN to apply to a future Founder Showcase. Anyone building a pre-seed technology company with less than $250K USD in funding is welcome to apply to pitch at a future Founder Showcase.
Each event features up to two non–Founder Institute companies, while Founder Institute Alumni can apply through an expedited process via FI.co/guides/showcase (login required).
How the Application Works
Click on the Button to begin your application. You’ll answer a few basic questions about your company before submitting your pitch.
One-Sentence Pitch
Use this simple format: “My company, [company name], is developing [a defined offering] to help [a defined audience] [solve a problem] with [your secret sauce].” Following this format correctly will increase your chances of selection.
3.5-Minute Pitch Video
Upload a short video (up to 3.5 minutes) to YouTube or Google Drive as part of your application. Focus on being authentic and clear — we value your message over production quality. Include your slides, show your face, speak in English, and demonstrate your product. Keep it natural (one-take videos work best), light editing is fine, and your video will remain private within the FI team.
Evaluation Criteria
Most of the companies that will pitch on the Founder Showcase will be Founder Institute Alumni. However, we do allow for a maximum of two non-Founder Institute companies to pitch on each event. We judge all pitches based on: Pitch Quality (clear pitch, compelling narrative), Presentation Quality (deck design, speaker delivery), Business Growth Potential and Fundability and Adherence to our rules, deadlines, and feedback
Never miss your chance to pitch or connect. The Founder Showcase brings together early-stage founders, investors, and startup leaders from around the world — and new opportunities open every few months. Sign up to get updates about upcoming events, open application windows, and exclusive invitations to Founder Institute programs and resources.
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