Founder Institute Bolivia
AcceleratorSanta Cruz · Pre-Seed–Seed
Investment thesis
The Founder Institute runs a structured, proven company-building program that guides aspiring entrepreneurs from idea stage to fundable startups and beyond. Operating since 2009 with AI-native programs, it emphasizes peer support among like-minded founders and access to mentors, investors, and ecosystem organizations. The local Bolivia chapter leverages connections in the regional startup ecosystem to help founders grow, offering local and global events to meet other founders and experts. Its stated mission is to empower communities of talented, motivated people to build impactful technology companies worldwide, backed by a global network spanning chapters across 100 countries.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
Portfolio companies · 1 tracked
alumni founders can tell you what the program is really like
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San Francisco, US
Eren Bali(Cofounder)inPaul Lee(Director)Dennis Yang(Executive Officer, Director)Bradley Twohig(Director)Oktay Caglar(Executive Officer)Bryan C. Gartner(Director)
Co-investorsAlpha PartnersChanger ClubFounder Institute Australia & New ZealandInsight PartnersLearn CapitalManhattan Venture Partners+5 more
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Founder Institute Bolivia invest at?
- Founder Institute Bolivia invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed stages.
- What sectors does Founder Institute Bolivia focus on?
- Founder Institute Bolivia focuses on Sector Agnostic.
- Where is Founder Institute Bolivia located?
- Founder Institute Bolivia is headquartered in Santa Cruz, BO.
- Who does Founder Institute Bolivia co-invest with?
- Founder Institute Bolivia most often shares deals with Insight Partners, Learn Capital, Manhattan Venture Partners, among 9 tracked co-investors.
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