Founder
Startup Wise Guys
Ready to Build Your Next Chapter as a Startup Founder?
You’ve built teams, scaled businesses, and delivered results. But now you're looking for what’s next. You don’t yet have the right idea—or the right co-founders—but you know you want to create something of your own.
The Founders Club by Startup Wise Guys is your launchpad.
We’re Europe’s leading B2B startup accelerator—with 450+ investments and a 70% startup survival rate. Our 12-week venture-building program is designed specifically for senior professionals in career transition who are ready to found their next venture, even if they don’t have a startup idea yet.
What You’ll Do:
As a co-founder, you’ll collaborate with other top-tier professionals to:
- Explore and validate bold startup ideas—no need to come with one.
- Co-found a B2B tech venture from the ground up.
- Build your team and set the company culture.
- Prepare your venture to raise VC funding.
Who We're Looking For:
You’re an experienced business or tech leader with:
- 7+ years in leadership roles (e.g., strategy, product, operations, sales, finance).
- A track record of working in or with fast-growing companies.
- The ambition to launch a scalable B2B startup (think SaaS, Fintech, Sustainability, XR, or Cybersecurity).
- A hands-on mindset and hunger to create impact.
No co-founder? No problem. No startup idea? Even better—we’ll build it together.
What You’ll Get:
- A structured 12-week online program tailored to senior talent.
- Step-by-step guidance from 550+ mentors and experienced entrepreneurs.
- Access to our powerful alumni network of 450+ startups across 40+ countries.
- A proven methodology to go from “zero” to “VC-ready.”
Note: To ensure high commitment and quality, the program includes a participation fee. It’s an investment in your entrepreneurial future.
Take the leap—from career transition to company creation.