About Program
Bruin Founders is a free Mentor-in-Residence (MIR) program by UCLA Ventures aimed at serving the entrepreneurial ecosystem. The MIR program seeks to offer hands-on guidance with added support from our member community of UCLA alumni & affiliates. This is a year-long structured program where innovators and aspiring entrepreneurs can connect with established MIRs for tailored advice on moving from concept to commercialization and beyond.
ANNOUNCEMENT - COHORT ONE 2024 - 2025
Mentor-in-Residence
- Serial entrepreneur with experience taking companies to market
- Able to identify big market opportunities
- Background in new product development
- Experienced Industry professional
- Curious, driven individual open to the next opportunity
Startup Mentees
- Must be UCLA alumni, faculty or student.
- All stages of development: Stealth through Series B
- Willing to meet and engage with MIR on a regular basis.
- Have at least 1 person dedicated to the team.
- Graduate from at least one fo the incubator or accelerator programs under the eligiblity tab.
| Date | Status |
|---|---|
| 3/11 | Application Launch |
| 4/19 | Application Deadline |
| 4/22 - 5/15 | Review Period |
| 5/17 | Notification By |
| 5/24 | Acceptance |
| 5/29 | Kick-off |