AI Founders Club

Accelerating Europe's next generation of deep tech AI founders.

Join the EIT AI Founders Club 2025

 We are launching the EIT AI Founders Club 2025.
 
This  selective pilot program is designed to support four early-stage AI startups that are ready to scale and shape the future of technology.
 
This program offers access to mentorship, peer-to-peer collaboration, and the extensive EIT ecosystem. Participants will benefit from strategic support in business development, funding, and market expansion, along with opportunities to pitch to investors and engage directly with industry leaders.
 
The AI Founders Club’s program specialises in deep tech, including areas such as generative AI, neurosymbolic AI, algorithmic advances, and multi-agent systems. Aligned with Europe’s AI innovation goals, our program fosters a strong founder community committed to driving meaningful change from 2026 to 2028.
 
This is your opportunity to gain the support, exposure, and connections needed to take your startup to the next level. Apply now and become part of Europe’s next wave of AI leadership.
 
Applications are open until May 12, 2025.

Who can apply?

Early-stage European AI start-ups with disruptive, high-risk, high-gain ideas are encouraged to apply. The program is ideal for start-ups that have been active for 1-3 years. It is not suited for individuals or mature scale-ups.