FOUNDER STUDIO
Founder Studio supports entrepreneurs at every stage—from early idea validation to growing, operational businesses—by combining education, mentorship, business advising, and peer community to support real business progress. Through a combination of practical education, experienced advising, and accountability-driven support, member gain the tools to move from concept to commerce.
PROGRAMS
From workshops and collaborative work sessions to structured short- and long-term advising programs, our founder programs provide an environment where ideas are refined, problems are solved, and momentum is built.
FOUNDER BOOTCAMP
Founder Bootcamp is a four-part, cohort-based training program that introduces aspiring founders to key startup concepts and assists them in validating early ideas. This program explores basic business principles, the language of entrepreneurship, and tools and resources for determining whether an idea is worth pursuing.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
| Part 1: | Ideation |
| Part 2: | Discovery |
| Part 3: | Validation |
| Part 4: | Planning |
ONRAMP PROGRAM
The Onramp is a one-year advising program designed to offer critical support for first-time founders with early-stage companies below the Incubator's annual revenue threshold. This program offers an onramp to incubator readiness, focusing on equipping company leadership with customized resources and guidance.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
| Quarter 1: | Alignment |
| Quarter 2: | Systems Stabilization |
| Quarter 3: | Business Stabilization |
| Quarter 4: | Incubator Readiness |
FOUNDER SPRINT
Founder Sprint is an eight-week launch program for early-stage founders preparing to bring their business to market. Combining practical instruction and structured guidance, the program helps founders establish the operational foundations, launch strategy, and first-year roadmap to begin building a sustainable business.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
| Week 1: Founder Orientation | Week 5: Revenue & Pricing |
| Week 2: Business Models | Week 6: Legal & Accounting |
| Week 3: Business Solutions | Week 7: Funding & Raising |
| Week 4: Customers & Sales | Week 8: Growth & Planning |
INCUBATOR
The Incubator is a one-year, residence-based program that supports revenue-generating companies ready to transition from early traction to scaled growth. Ideal for founders already operating active businesses, this program combines facility infrastructure with structured and milestone-based strategic advising.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
| Quarter 1: | Baselines |
| Quarter 2: | Growth Systems |
| Quarter 3: | Operational Scaling |
| Quarter 4: | Expansion & Capital |
APPLICATIONS
Applications for Founder Programs are currently closed. Common applications for all Founder Programs will reopen in Fall 2026.
SERVICES
Our standalone advising services are offered outside of formal program participation and are designed to help entrepreneurs make progress at any stage of development. Through one-on-one coaching, strategic advising, and specialized support services, founders gain access to the expertise, resources, and accountability needed to move from planning to execution.
READINESS ASSESSMENT
Understand where your business stands and what comes next. Through a structured evaluation process, entrepreneurs receive feedback on business fundamentals, market readiness, growth opportunities, and recommended next steps. This service operates as an entry-point diagnostic for your idea or business.
STARTUP ADVISING
Receive strategic guidance tailored to the unique challenges of building a high-growth startup. From customer discovery and business model development to growth planning and investor readiness, startup advising helps founders move from assumptions to informed decisions.
BUSINESS COACHING
Gain practical guidance and accountability tailored to your small business. Whether you are launching a new small business, navigating growth challenges, or refining your strategy, business coaching provides one-on-one support to help you make informed decisions and maintain momentum.
PITCH DEVELOPMENT
Strengthen your ability to communicate your business, product, or idea with confidence. Pitch development services help entrepreneurs refine presentations for investors, competitions, grants, customers, and strategic partners by examining your deck, tailoring your presentation, and communicating your story.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHO IS FOUNDER BOOTCAMP FOR?
Founder Bootcamp is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs, first-time founders, and individuals exploring a new business idea. Whether you're considering starting a business or have recently identified an opportunity, this program provides a structured introduction to entrepreneurship and the fundamentals of launching a venture.
CAN I PARTICIPATE IF I NEVER STARTED A BUSINESS?
Absolutely! Founder Bootcamp is specifically designed for first-time entrepreneurs and requires no previous business ownership or startup experience. You do not even have to have a specific concept to start the program.
HOW MUCH IS PARTICIPATION?
Founder Bootcamp costs $200 for participants. This fee covers the cost of materials, deliverables, and other instructive documents.
DO I HAVE TO BE A MEMBER TO PARTICIPATE?
No, Founder Bootcamp is open to the public and membership is not required to participate, however, some discounts or other participation incentives may be available to members.
WHAT HAPPENS AFTER THE BOOTCAMP?
Participants who decide to move forward with their business idea are encouraged to continue into Founder Sprint, an eight-week venture launch program focused on developing a launch strategy, operational plan, and first-year roadmap.
WHAT WILL I LEARN IN THE BOOTCAMP?
Participants will explore the fundamentals of entrepreneurship, including terminology, business models, customer discovery, and the tools to evaluate whether ideas has commercial potential.
WHERE DO SESSIONS TAKE PLACE?
Founder Bootcamp sessions take place at 3810 North Tulsa Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73112.
ARE SESSIONS OFFERED VIRTUALLY?
Currently, all Founder Bootcamp sessions are only offered in person and physical attendance is required.
WHO IS FOUNDER SPRINT DESIGNED FOR?
Founder Sprint is designed for early-stage entrepreneurs who have moved beyond the idea stage and are preparing to launch a business. Whether you are finalizing your business model, preparing your first customers, or building your operational plan, the program provides the structure needed to launch with confidence.
WHAT IS THE TIME COMMITMENT?
Participants should expect to attend weekly sessions and dedicate additional time between meetings to complete assignments, refine business planning materials, and apply concepts to their venture. Approximately 3-5 hours per week.
HOW MUCH IS PARTICIPATION?
Founder Sprint, upon acceptance, costs $500 for members and $750 for non-members. This fee covers the cost of materials and deliverables.
DO I HAVE TO BE A MEMBER TO PARTICIPATE?
No, Founder Sprint is open to the public and membership is not required to participate, however, some discounts or other participation incentives may be available to members.
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE BOOTCAMP AND FOUNDER SPRINT?
Founder Bootcamp helps aspiring founders evaluate ideas and determine whether a business opportunity is worth pursuing. Founder Sprint assumes you have already decided to move forward and focuses on preparing your business for launch and your first year of operations.
HOW ARE FOUNDER SPRINT AND ONRAMP DIFFERENT?
Founder Sprint is an eight-week, cohort-based program focused on preparing to launch. The Onramp program is a year-long advising program that supports first-time founders after launch.
WHERE DO SESSIONS TAKE PLACE?
Founder Sprint sessions take place at 3810 North Tulsa Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73112.
ARE SESSIONS OFFERED VIRTUALLY?
Currently, all Founder Sprint sessions are only offered in person and physical attendance is required.
WHAT KINDS OF BUSINESSES ARE BEST SUITED FOR ONRAMP?
Onramp is best suited for early and mid-stage companies with less than $100,000 in annual recurring revenues, ideally those companies that have previously completed a business accelerator program. This program is designed to assist those companies in navigating common pitfalls following acceleration and stabilizing business functions and systems.
DOES ONRAMP HAVE A MEMBERSHIP REQUIREMENT?
No, there is not a membership requirement for participation in Onramp, and participation is open to the public; however, participants are encouraged to hold Flex Cowork membership or greater to experience the greatest impact.
IS THERE A COST TO PARTICIPATE IN ONRAMP?
Yes, Onramp requires a flat monthly program fee of $250 for non-members and $125 for members (Cowork-level membership). Onramp participation fees are waived for members with either Dedicated Desk or Residence membership.
WHAT DOES APPLYING TO ONRAMP LOOK LIKE?
Applicants are expected to complete an intake application followed by a review process that may include interviews or business assessments to determine fit and stage alignment. Admission to Onramp is based on stage fit, program capacity, and coachability. Membership and/or participation in any of our other programs does not guarantee admission to Onramp.
WHAT DOES PARTICIPATION IN ONRAMP INVOLVE?
Participants will engage in structured advising sessions, milestone-based planning, operational diagnostics, and other entrepreneurial programming designed to support business execution and growth readiness. Additionally, this program is intended to be cohort-based, so participants will have the opportunity to progress alongside other founders, allowing for peer learning, accountability, and shared problem-solving.
WHAT ARE THE EXPECTATIONS FOR PARTICIPANTS?
Participants are expected to actively work on their business, engage in monthly advising sessions, complete milestone objectives, and participate in relevant programming. Individual time commitments may vary by stage and participants, but all participants should expect full engagement.
HOW ARE ONRAMP PHASES STRUCTURED?
WHAT MAKES ONRAMP DIFFERENT FROM ACCELERATORS AND INCUBATORS?
Onramp is designed for companies that need to implement, stabilize, and operationalize their business in real conditions. Accelerator programs typically focus on teaching startup fundamentals and validating ideas, whereas incubators are generally designed for revenue-generating companies ready to scale, optimize performance, and expand operations with structured growth support.
ARE THERE BENEFITS TO INCUBATOR PARTICIPATION?
Yes. Project 3810 is a Certified Business Incubator with the Oklahoma Department of Commerce, which qualifies Incubator participant companies in good standing and approved graduates of the Incubator for a state tax exemption on business earnings for up to 10 years.
WHAT KINDS OF BUSINESSES ARE BEST SUITED FOR THE INCUBATOR?
The Incubator supports revenue-generating companies, typically falling into two categories: (1) emerging, growth-stage companies under 5 years old in need of mentorship and advising in scaling operations and accelerating market and company growth; and (2) established companies exploring new product spin-offs, technology commercialization opportunities, or pivots into other markets that are in need of a soft landing and support.
IS THERE A MEMBERSHIP REQUIREMENT FOR THE INCUBATOR?
Yes, participation in the Incubator requires Dedicated Desk or Residence membership to participate, as occupancy is required for the participant's tax exemption liability.
IS THERE A FEE TO PARTICIPATE IN THE INCUBATOR?
Yes, the Incubator requires a flat monthly program fee of $100 in addition to the cost of Dedicated Desk or Residence membership.
ARE THERE REVENUE REQUIREMENTS TO APPLY?
Companies applying to the Incubator should have revenues at or exceeding $100,000 in annual recurring revenue to ensure baseline business functions are stable. However, the Incubator may still be a fit for companies below this revenue threshold in some cases.
WHAT DOES APPLYING TO THE INCUBATOR LOOK LIKE?
Applicants are expected to complete an intake application followed by a review process that may include interviews or business assessments to determine fit and stage alignment. Admission to the Incubator is based on stage fit, program capacity, and coachability. Membership and/or participation in any of our other programs, including Onramp, does not guarantee admission to the Incubator.
WHAT DOES PARTICIPATION IN THE INCUBATOR LOOK LIKE?
Participants will engage in structured advising sessions, milestone-based planning, operational diagnostics, and other entrepreneurial programming designed to support business execution and growth readiness. Additionally, this program is intended to be cohort-based, so participants will have the opportunity to progress alongside other founders, allowing for peer learning, accountability, and shared problem-solving.
WHAT ARE EXPECTATIONS FOR PARTICIPANTS?
Participants are expected to actively work on their business, engage in monthly advising sessions, complete milestone objectives, and participate in relevant programming. Individual time commitments may vary by stage and participants, but all participants should expect full engagement.
HOW ARE THE INCUBATOR AND ONRAMP DIFFERENT?
Onramp focuses on operational readiness and stabilization for early-stage companies, while the Incubator supports companies that already have functional revenue and operations and are focused on optimizing performance and expanding.
WHAT MAKES THE INCUBATOR DIFFERENT THAN A BUSINESS CONSULTANT?
Unlike standalone consulting, the Incubator provides ongoing structured support over time, milestone accountability systems, access to a deeper entrepreneurial community and peer engagement, and integrated advising aligned to execution, not just general recommendations. Advising is structured around milestone goal planning and customized to participants.
HOW IS PROGRESS MEASURED AND WHAT DOES SUCCESS LOOK LIKE?
Participant progress is tracked through business-specific performance indicators, milestone completion, and growth benchmarks established during initial baseline assessments. Success in the program typically includes increased and more predictable revenue, improved operational efficiency, scalable customer acquisition systems, and readiness for business or market expansion, capital acquisition or investment, or long-term growth.
IF PROGRESS STALLS IN THE INCUBATOR, WHAT THEN?
If participant progress stalls, the Incubator provides structured reassessment, revised milestones, or strategic adjustment recommendations. In some cases, companies may be advised to return to earlier-stage support programming, such as the Onramp program.
