Program and community for future CMU technical founders
This track is an exclusive program for CMU engineers featuring a series of talks, AMAs, and group discussions.
We have so many incredible engineers within our CMU community, but it’s a big leap from sharpening your technical skills to becoming a Founder and CTO.
As the technical founder, you bring the skillset of technology into the startup. Being effective at your job requires a strong handle on how to build a testable and scalable system. It requires being able to answer “What to build?” but more importantly “What not to?” On top of all this, you must cultivate a strong engineering culture that can recruit, develop, and retain top talent. If these challenges excite you, we want to help you get there.
We’re launching Technical Founder Track to bring support and structure to engineers who aspire to start something new. This program will introduce you to CMU alumni who have been down this road as well as other peers who are just as excited as you to embark on this journey. In other words, we want to get you from “I’ll start a company someday” to “I’ve got a game plan.”
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Who should apply?
Any CMU engineer considering starting his/her own company as the technical founder sometime in the future.
Do I need to be looking to found a startup immediately to apply?
No at all! Maybe you’re starting to explore ideas that you're interested in today or you're considering starting a company sometime in the future.
Am I eligible if I'm already working on my startup full-time?
Unfortunately if you are working on your own startup full-time you are not eligible for this program. This program is intended for future founders who have yet to start their own company.
We are working on new initiatives to support current CMU founders. Please fill out this interest form to be involved in those: https://airtable.com/shrVwDCFkhtNfDwfU
What is the format and commitment?
The program will run over 6 evening sessions every Wednesday from 5-7pm PT. First half of each session will be discussion led by CMU founding CTOs, second half will focus on peer-to-peer knowledge sharing.
Commitment is attending each of these 6 weekly sessions.
The dates are: Oct 14, Oct 21, Oct 28, Nov 4, Nov 11, Nov 18.
Can I join the program if I’m not based in the Bay Area?
Yes! The program is fully virtual, so you can participate from anywhere as long as the timing works for you (5-7pm PT every Wednesday).
How much does the program cost?
The program is completely free (no cost or equity component). We are proud to be able to support the CMU community.
What is the application deadline?
Saturday, September 19, 2020 at 11:59pm PT
