Founder Institute Food Ecosystems Accelerator

Founder Institute Food Ecosystems Accelerator

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The Founder Institute is a global pre-seed startup accelerator that supports early-stage entrepreneurs with structured programs, mentorship, and access to a vast network of advisors. The Food Ecosystems Accelerator focuses on startups solving global problems in food ecosystems.

Founded

2009

Ownership

Privately held.

Risk Profile

Medium to high; focused on early-stage, high-growth startups.

Location

Palo Alto, CA, United States

About

Mission

To empower communities of talented individuals to build impactful technology companies that positively impact the world, regardless of their background or location.

Values

Diversity, innovation, collaboration, and focus on social impact.

Participant Demographics

Entrepreneurs and startups at the idea and pre-seed stages, with a focus on diverse backgrounds including women, veterans, and underrepresented groups.

Track Record

Team Experience

Co-founded by serial entrepreneurs Adeo Ressi and Jonathan Greechan.

Notable Achievements

Alumni include Udemy (IPO), Esusu (unicorn status), and a collective portfolio value of $20 billion.

Project Track Record

Over 7,500 startups supported globally, raising $1.85 billion.

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Headquarters

Palo Alto, CA, United States

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