Founder Institute has announced its partnership with the Polkadot ecosystem. The strategic partnership between the two companies will launch the first Web 3.0 Cohort in the Founder Institute’s Core Program. The partnership aims to improve Web 3.0 technology education and provide Web 3.0 startup founders with startup accelerator programs.
🚀Announcing a strategic partnership between Founder Institute and @Polkadot!🚀
We’re excited to announce a groundbreaking partnership between the Founder Institute (FI) and the @Polkadot ecosystem. This collaboration marks the beginning of an exciting chapter as we launch… pic.twitter.com/BYJBgNtOn0
— Founder Institute (@founding) May 14, 2024
The partnership between the two companies aims to take Web 3.0 startup founders to the next level, by empowering them to run a startup and provide access to financing opportunities.
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Founder Institute will admit its first group of startup founders in an effort to revolutionize the landscape and provide support to accelerate startups.
Institute founder launches first cohort
The first cohort will consist of founders of Web 3.0 startups with a primary focus on Polkadot technology. The program will increase Polkadot adoption and encourage developer teams to take advantage of the vibrant Polkadot ecosystem.
According to the partnership agreement, the very first cohort will start on May 28, 2024. The pioneer team will have direct access to experts from the Polkadot community to facilitate an easier transition into the Web3 industry.
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The program is ideal for Web 3.0 builders, developers and founders. Through this program, Founder Institute and Polkadot predict that a new generation of successful Web 3.0 startups will emerge that will continue to lead the transformation in the industry.
Polkadot signs pilot MOU with Founder Institute
Polkadot has reportedly been working on a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the organization to attract mentors and develop a joint co-marketing initiative.
Under the MOU, the Founder Institute will ensure it provides online and onsite branding and delivers all accepted founders into the program to Partner. Offer up to two mentorship positions for partners as mentors in the program.
Polkadot will also assume certain responsibilities under the agreement. The organization will recommend a mentor from the ecosystem and provide marketing materials as needed, among other optional responsibilities.
Unfortunately, at the time of this publication, the Founder’s program is not open to creators worldwide. To confirm your eligibility, visit the Institute for a comprehensive list of accepted cities.
Cryptopolitan reporting by Collins J. Okoth
