The AI-Native Bootcamp for Deep Tech Founders
Turn breakthrough science into a fundable venture — backed by Harvard's top experts and a purpose-built AI for founders.More industries coming soon!
Join founders from all 50 U.S. states
Your Path to Success
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Foundry Bootcamp
Bootcamp is our foundational program for deep tech founders ready to move from raw idea to funding-ready pitch. Powered by Foundry’s AI platform, you’ll develop a business model, validate your market, and build a pitch deck in just 4 weeks.
- Go from idea to first pitch in 4 weeks
- Build alongside driven founders from your industry
- Online & self-paced
- Connect with early-stage founders from across the U.S.
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Foundry Catalyst
Catalyst is our flagship program designed for committed founders ready to move from first pitch to first check. With high-touch support and curated sessions with Harvard experts, you'll refine your strategy, strengthen your pitch, and unlock direct pathways to funding.
- Highly selective, high-touch program built for committed founders
- Top founders compete at Harvard Business School for $100K in funding
- Curated sessions with Harvard experts
- Get feedback from real investors and operators
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Pitch Event
The culmination of your Foundry journey. Take the stage at Harvard Business School, pitch to public and private-sector funders and advisors, and compete for $100K in funding.
- Compete for $100K in funding
- Get offers and direct feedback from investors
- Pitch at Harvard Business School, all expenses paid
- Build lasting connections with funders, founders, and operators
One Conversation, Multiple Harvard Experts
Build your personal AI-powered advisory board of Harvard Business School experts. Get multiple expert perspectives in a single conversation, so you can make better decisions, faster.
- Develop your idea with advisors
- Discuss and debate solutions
- Adjust advisors as you see fit
- Sharpen your judgment as a founder
Put Yourself in the Hot Seat with AI
The toughest conversations shouldn’t catch you off guard. Rehearse your investor pitches, sales calls, and board meetings with private AIs built to challenge and sharpen you.
Meet the Harvard Experts behind Foundry
Our professors don't just study startups — they've built them. Foundry's experts bring Harvard rigor and real-world experience to your journey.
Shikhar Ghosh
Founded and led eight technology companies. Named one of America's best entrepreneurs by BusinessWeek. Professor at Harvard Business School.
Unicorn founder
Christina Wallace
Founded and scaled ventures across tech, education, and fashion. Author of The Portfolio Life and 4x Tony-nominated Broadway producer. Senior Lecturer at Harvard Business School.
Storytelling Expert
Jim Matheson
Former General Partner at Flagship Pioneering ($3B+ AUM). Active investor at The Engine and Breakthrough Energy Ventures. Senior Lecturer at Harvard Business School.
Deep-tech VC
Built. Funded. Launched.
Harvard Business School has built a legacy of entrepreneurial impact. Foundry carries it forward. Become a part of it.
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1,757
Startups Launched
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1,906
Founders
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$ 84.6B
Capital raised
Statistics refer to Harvard Business School alumni entrepreneurship data 2014-2025
Your Work, Secure by Design
Your files, ideas, and pitch materials are safely stored with enterprise grade security and access controls to protect your privacy.
- Enterprise-grade encryption both at rest and in transit
- Private and access-controlled environment
- We never use your data to train our AI
- Your data and your ideas always belong to you
Foundry’s Mission
Collaborate With Us
Foundry works closely with VCs, accelerators, and impact-driven organizations who share our mission. If you believe in what we're building and want to get involved, get in touch.
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