Our Founder Program
We know the importance of having a tight- knit and supportive community when starting a company. We'll provide the space for you to find your fiercest cheerleaders.
*Applications will re-open in Spring 2023. Sign up to receive an email when the application goes live.
gal·va·niz·er
/ˈgalvəˌnīzer/
a leader who stimulates and excites people to action
For a membership fee, you'll get access to our programming below plus a slew of other perks.
Gal Groups
Accountability circle of
5 - 6 founders to keep you motivated and constantly moving forward
Expert Office Hours
Discussions with experts (founders, VCs & operators) to answer all your questions about starting a company
Community Connections
Get to know other members in the Galvanizer network through socials, brainstorming sessions, and founder talks
Our Virtual Program
Raising from
Angels
Angela Lee
Founder of 37 Angels,
Professor at Columbia Business School
Demystifying Fundraising
Megan Holston Alexander
Partner at Andreessen Horowitz
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Winning Your First Customers
Zach Goldstein
Founder of Thanx
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Telling Your
Story
Tina Sharkey
Founder of Brandless,
Board Member of PBS
Previous Expert Office Hours
JUN 19
Week of
Kick Off
Summer 2022 Timeline
8 WEEKS
Weekly Gal Groups
AUG 19
Week of
Pitch Day
What Our Founders Said
"I LOVED my group. I looked forward to that every time and loved how practical it was! I learned so much and had women in the group meet with me outside to answer specific questions."
– Sarah Jacobson,
Founder of Fairstreet
Got Questions?
We have answers.
Am I the right fit for Galvanizer?
We are looking for female founders who are working full-time on their ventures and are either currently enrolled in or recently graduated from an MBA program. Exceptional non-MBA founders will also be considered (YOU are EXCEPTIONAL, please apply)! Galvanizer is best-suited for entrepreneurs who are past the exploration phase and all-in on building and testing their business model and product.
When is the next cohort?
The next cohort will start on June 19th, 2022. Applications will open on May 3rd. Sign up to receive notifications under "Apply".
How much does Galvanizer cost?
Galvanizer is $175 for the summer (~$25/week). If the cost of the program presents any type of financial challenge for a founder, fee waivers and scholarships are readily available.