Founders Program
"Waymakers has the expertise to hear 'fundraising' adn think beyond 'more introductions'"
CEO of a Waymakers Pilot Company
Execution Takes Time, So We Stay
Program Overview
Founders need access to deep, hands-on expertise and capital from pre-seed to seed stage. Taking an idea from seed to Series A is like jumping a chasm — you need a bridge to get there.
Our 6–9 month accelerator provides the operational firepower and AI guidance that traditional programs overlook. Founders receive real-time support from seasoned operators who’ve scaled billion-dollar companies and understand what it takes to move from early traction to sustainable growth.
We Partner With Founders Who
- Build AI-first companies — where artificial intelligence is core, not a feature.
- Are first-time founders with strong ideas and scaling challenges.
- Lead post-product-market-fit startups needing GTM, capital, and operational muscle.
- Have proven traction and a clear path to profitability.
- Are mission-driven and committed to building responsibly.
Value Proposition
Pitch Readiness: A deep bench of experts to help founders hone storytelling and increase deal flow
Why Now
- AI unlocks scalable, agentic solutions across purpose sectors
- These models are capital-light, high-impact
- The AI gold rush is ending - companies that survive build responsibly from the start
Our Approach
We provide hands-on operational support, not just advice. Our Waymakers embed alongside your team to execute on specific growth milestones, while facilitating connections with focused investors who understand your mission.
How We Help You Scale
Our proven process takes AI founders from post-PMF challenges to sustainable growth, connecting you with the operational expertise and capital you need.
Diagnose & Align
We start by understanding your post-PMF challenges—clarifying priorities, identifying gaps, and aligning on a roadmap for sustainable growth.
Match with Waymakers
We connect you with seasoned Waymakers who bring the
operational muscle you need, from go-to-market strategy
to organizational scaling.
Execute Together
Waymakers embed alongside your team, turning strategy into action with hands-on execution that accelerates growth.
Scale Sustainably
We guide you to scale profitably while preserving founder control—building companies designed to last.
What Makes Our Founders Program Different
Bespoke, critical scale-stage support for AI companies navigating rapid growth, operational complexity, and responsible scaling challenges.
Structured
Built around real operational milestones
Goal Based
Not demo-day driven
Evolving
Designed to evolve as the company evolves
Community
An intentional engaged network that drives lasting impact
Ready to Build AI Companies That Scale?
Whether you're a founder searching for a way to cross the chasm, an operator ready to build AI that matters, or an investor seeking companies built last—we're here to connect the right people at the right moment.
Let's explore growth together.