imec.istart – Co-Founder Community.

Details

• URL: https://www.imecistart.com/en/the-cofounder-community
• What it is: an online co-founder community platform (imec.istart) to find co-founders/business partners
• How it works: continuous networking + monthly online speed dates (6 sessions included in your membership)
• For whom: founders looking for a (late) co-founder, or entrepreneurial minds who want to join a start-up/scale-up (not a service-selling platform)
• Membership: €55 for 6 months (online community + speed dates)
• What you get: 6 months of access, curated content (tips/tools), speed dates + the “How I met my co-founder” series
• Language: English

About the community

The Co-Founder Community is an “always-on” online space to meet entrepreneurial minds, explore collaborations, and find the right partner to launch or join a startup. According to the webpage, there are 100+ active profiles, and you can start connecting right away.

Who is this for?

According to imec.istart, the platform is intended for founders and entrepreneurial minds looking for a (late) co-founder or business partner, including:

• Business owner / entrepreneur: you have a startup/scale-up and are looking for a late co-founder
• Co-founder / entrepreneurial mind: you have an idea and are looking for co-founders with complementary skills
• Seeker business partner: you want to join as a shareholder/late co-founder
• Seeker co-founder: you want to build from the idea stage with a co-founder (without your own idea)
• Mixed profile: you have your own idea and are also open to joining another team

Note: the platform is not intended for selling services.

How it works (steps)

1. Create your profile: who you are, what you are building/looking for, and what you bring to the table.
2. Connect anytime: browse profiles, exchange contact details, and book conversations (24/7).
3. Speed date monthly: join the online speed dating sessions (according to the webpage: 6 sessions during your membership).
4. “How I met my co-founder” series: every month before the speed dates, they dive into a topic with experts and founders.
5. Follow up & decide: take notes, plan follow-up conversations, and agree on next steps.

What’s included in your membership?

• 6 months of access
• Start connecting immediately with founders and “founder seekers”
• Monthly online speed dates (a total of 6 sessions)
• Curated content: tips, tools, and guidance for an efficient co-founder search
• Price: €55 for 6 months
• Format: online (community + speed dates)
• Language: English (community-wide)

What to expect from the speed dates

• Content (including video interviews) with experts and founders
• Short 1:1 video conversations with registered participants
• Clear profiles showing needs/offers and key skills
• Structured scheduling + easy follow-up

FAQ (short)

• Can I join without an idea? Yes—“seeker” profiles are welcome.
• What if I don’t find a match right away? You have 6 months of access + a speed dating moment every month, with new profiles continuously joining.
• Can I extend? Yes, you can renew your membership if you need more time.