Founders Lab by MIT Reality Hack
We mint founders.
The Founders Lab by MIT Reality Hack draws on MIT and the Reality Hack innovation ecosystems to empower hard tech entrepreneurs, driving tech entrepreneurship for good through disruptive innovation and real-world impact.
This is an invite-only online community supporting entrepreneurs through virtual events, workshops, co-working sessions, co-founder/talent search, and expert office hours.
(First 100 members will receive a free year of Perplexity Enterprise Pro).
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Reality Shapers Community
An invite-only online Community supporting entrepreneurs through virtual events, workshops, co-working sessions, co-founder/talent search, and expert office hours.
(First 100 members will receive a free year of Perplexity Enterprise Pro)
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Open Innovation Challenges
Call for applications to showcase demos or innovative solutions at conferences or with sponsored partners. Selected teams will receive grants, investment opportunities, and platforms to pitch their ideas to industry leaders.
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Founders Global Residency
4-week founder residency in a host city brings together driven entrepreneurs and mentors in a focused, distraction-free environment. This immersive experience is designed to accelerate growth and provide local resources needed to build innovative ventures.
To Be Announced
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MIT RH Founders Lab Demo Day
At MIT Reality Hack, Founders Lab offers an immersive "Founder Experience," where accepted teams face real-world startup tasks, including creating pitch decks, participating in board meetings, and presenting on stage. Finalists will present at the MIT Reality Hack Founders Lab Demo Day, judged by investors, tech leaders, and journalists, with open access for all hackathon members.
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What you’ll get
Workshops
Participate in targeted workshops designed to refine real-world applications for your advanced technology. Develop viable business models and acquire essential entrepreneurial skills to launch and scale successful ventures.
Mentorship
Engage in personalized coaching sessions focused on user discovery, business modeling, and growth strategies. These sessions provide guidance as you continue building and refining your product or solution.
Exposure
Showcase your work through our community and industry partners' platforms, gaining visibility among industry leaders, potential partners, and investors. This exposure positions your venture for growth and collaboration opportunities.
Community
Join a vibrant network of founders, investors, and industry experts. Build meaningful connections, collaborate on projects, and gain support from a trusted community committed to your growth.