Entrepreneur in Residence | Founder Residency
While Living an Unforgettable Experience.
About LeapX
LeapX is a one-month intensive startup bootcamp designed for early-stage founders building technology and AI-powered products. The program focuses on execution, validation, and speed, helping founders go from idea or early concept to a working product and a clear next step for growth or fundraising. If you want to replace countless hours of individual work across several solutions and AI tools, and get the guidance on how to build a startup in a super short amount of time, apply today!
This is
- A founder residency program
- A structured environment to build your own startup
- Mentorship, tools, and access to early capital
This is not
- A regular full-time role
- Employment or contract work
- Consulting or agency work
What You Will Get
Founders accepted into the LeapX Entrepreneur in Residence program receive:
until March 1st.
What Founders Actually Do During the Bootcamp
This is a highly execution-focused program. Founders are expected to actively build throughout the four-week online bootcamp. During the program, founders will:
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Validate
Refine or validate their startup idea by clearly defining the problem, target customer, and value proposition.
Functional MVP
Build and ship a functional MVP using modern AI and development tools.
Discovery
Conduct customer discovery interviews and validation experiments with real users.
Test
Test assumptions, gather feedback, and iterate on the product based on evidence.
KPIs
Define early traction metrics and run initial growth or distribution experiments.
Real feedback
Receive weekly feedback on product, positioning, and execution from mentors
Roadmap
Prepare a clear roadmap and narrative for continued building or investor conversations
Who Should Apply
This opportunity is a strong fit for:
Founders or aspiring founders, solo or early teams
Individuals with an idea, prototype, or early-stage product
Builders who want structured support and accountability
Founders interested in AI, technology, and scalable products
By the end of the program, founders will have:
A validated startup direction
A comprehensive roadmap that outlines the strategic steps necessary for your startup's growth, ensuring that each phase of development is backed by data-driven insights and market validation.
A working MVP
A working MVP, or Minimum Viable Product, is a crucial step in the startup journey. It represents the simplest version of a product that can be released to the market, allowing founders to test their ideas and gather valuable feedback from early users.
Real customer insights
You will gain real customer insights by engaging directly with your target audience, conducting surveys, and analyzing user feedback. This process will help you understand customer needs, preferences, and pain points, allowing you to refine your product and tailor your marketing strategies effectively.
A clear plan for the next stage of growth or fundraising
a detailed strategy that outlines specific milestones and objectives for scaling your startup, ensuring that each step is supported by thorough market research and financial planning.
Founders
Private Funding Access
AI Tools Value
Weeks Program
Program Timeline
4 weeks online to build your MVP + 1 immersive week in the Canary Islands. From ideation to first customer in just one month—not training, but hands-on execution.
Our Mentors
Experienced professionals who provide guidance, insights, and support to help you navigate your entrepreneurial journey.
Engineer at Morgan Stanley
Lead Software Engineer at Morgan Stanley with extensive experience in building scalable financial technology solutions. Expert in software architecture, engineering leadership, and driving technical innovation in complex enterprise environments and high-stakes systems.
at Google
Partner Engineer at Google specializing in AI tools and cloud technologies. Expert in leveraging Google Cloud Platform and AI solutions to drive innovation, scale startups, and accelerate growth across emerging markets and global tech ecosystems.
at Microsoft Viva
Product and innovation expert with extensive experience in digital transformation and startup ecosystem development. Specializes in solution architecture, business strategy, and building thriving entrepreneurial communities across European markets.
Growth Marketing Manager specializing in taking early-stage B2B SaaS startups from ideation to scale. Expert in AI-driven growth strategies, customer acquisition, and building sustainable revenue engines for fast-growing tech companies and innovative ventures.
Strategic advisor and mentor specializing in business development and growth strategies for startups and scale-ups. Expert in AI engineering, technical architecture, and building innovative solutions that drive measurable business impact in the tech ecosystem.
Experience Design and Development Expert focused on creating intuitive in-person experiences and innovative learning-by-doing programs. Specializes in transforming complex challenges into interactive, hands-on experiences that drive engagement and accelerate skill development.
Ready to work with industry experts who've been where you want to go?
1:1 mentorship sessions • Expert-led workshops • Ongoing support
How to Apply
To apply, submit your application by March 1. Applicants should be prepared to explain what they are building or plan to build, why the problem matters, and what they aim to achieve during the one-month program.
For more information, send an email to contact@leap2peak.org
Frequently asked questions
You can apply if you are an aspiring startup founder with an early-stage business idea or prototype in the tech or AI space. The call for applications is currently open till March 1st.
After submitting your application, it will be reviewed by the LeapX team. If selected, you will be invited to participate in the bootcamp, which includes mentorship, workshops, and hands-on sessions designed to accelerate your startup idea.
The program is open to aspiring founders who are working on AI-focused or tech-driven startups, either individually or in small teams.
LeapX is designed to accelerate early-stage startups by providing mentorship, access to industry experts, practical tools, and networking opportunities. The program aims to equip participants with the skills and connections needed to grow their AI or tech ventures in one month.
Joining LeapX gives you the opportunity to learn from experienced mentors, collaborate with fellow startup founders, refine your business model, and gain exposure to potential investors and partners in the AI and tech ecosystem.
The bootcamp spans several weeks and includes workshops, mentorship sessions, pitch practice, and networking opportunities. Specific schedules and program details can be found on the website.
Yes. LeapX encourages ongoing collaboration through alumni networks, follow-up mentorship, and opportunities to connect with investors, partners, and fellow founders beyond the bootcamp.