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Published: 27 Apr 2024 247 views
The Flagship Fellowship is a 16-week leadership and venture development program for impact-driven entrepreneurs seeking to elevate their ventures with access to a global network, training designed to strengthen skills, and mentorship with seasoned professionals, venture capitalists, and executives. The program will kick off with an in-person immersive in Boulder, Colorado in August 2024. The remainder of programming is virtual and provides award-winning training, committed mentorship, and a powerful community of peers for impact entrepreneurs to advance their ventures and lives.
Watson Institute is a place where next generation entrepreneurs and leaders can find their community, discover their calling, and accelerate their careers. We provide the tools, network, mindset, and courage for the next generation to solve the toughest challenges facing the world, launch successful careers, and lead impactful lives. Watson Institute has locations in Boulder, Colorado, at Lynn University in Boca Raton, Florida, and at Universidad Francisco Marroquín (UFM) in Guatemala City, Guatemala. We are now building partnerships with innovative institutions o... continue reading
| Application Deadline | 01 Jun 2024 |
| Country to study | United States |
| School to study | Watson Institute |
| Type | Fellowship |
| Course to study | View courses |
| Sponsor | Watson Institute |
| Gender | Men and Women |
With the unwavering support of the Watson Institute team, you will receive a comprehensive roadmap to guide the growth and scalability of your work and impact. Additionally, you will facilitate an Impactful Workshop (known as a Basecamp) in your community for your stakeholders, backed by a stipend, playbook, and team support to bring your vision to life.
This program is fully funded* by our generous partners and consists of a variety of individual Fellowships. Each Fellowship is tailored to address specific social impact areas or has a geographical specification. $20,000 in venture development stipends will be distributed among select Flagship Fellowship Fellows based on progress and impact throughout the Fellowship.
*Fellows might be responsible for covering expenses related to transportation to and from the immersive in Boulder, Colorado and some onsite meals during the Immersive.
1. Who You Are:
2. Where You Create Impact: Applicants located in and/or creating impact in the following locations:
From any geographical location with a preference to applicants from the USA, Mexico, East Africa, Brazil and Johor Bahru, Malaysia and China.
3. What You Are Looking For: You are looking for expert-guided entrepreneurial training, a community of entrepreneurs to give you feedback that improves your venture, and a wide-reaching mentorship network to enhance your leadership abilities and the impact of your venture.
First Round Review: Our Admissions Committee diligently reviews all applications, seeking entrepreneurs who demonstrate strong leadership qualities and ventures that are both innovative and scalable. Applications received after the deadline will be assessed on a rolling basis as needed.
Interview: Qualified applicants will receive invitations for a 20-minute one-on-one Zoom interview. This interview allows us to delve deeper into your motivations for pursuing the fellowship and to gain a better understanding of your venture.
Admissions Committee Review: The most promising applicant profiles will be shared with our external Admissions Committee for their final review and selection.
Acceptances Announced: Notifications of acceptance will be sent out no later than June 27th, 2024.
Fellows Confirm & Enroll: The final step to complete your enrollment is to confirm your commitment to the program. Upon confirmation, you will receive an invitation to participate in a “Meet the Cohort Webinar” event leading up to the program’s commencement. The program begins on August 1st, 2024.
Dates and Details:
For more details visit: Watson Institute website.