Build with us

We partner with talented entrepreneurs to build companies that define the future of work.

We believe technology is the driving force behind societal progress and economic growth, propelling us toward a future rich with possibilities. We embrace the full breadth of AI, creating magical, human-like intelligent software that defines how we work and collaborate.

Empowering entrepreneurs with

Rapid and in-depth market validation

To solve real business challenges, we provide the platform to conduct 100+ real discovery calls to ensure we only attack problems worth solving experienced by today's workforce.

Dual residency connecting co-founders

Both technical and business founders are residents at the studio, validating real business cases and proving the technical feasibility of the magical solutions together.

Full-spectrum team and playbooks

Our founders hit the ground running, working alongside studio experts, who provide experience, knowledge, and playbooks to achieve milestones at warp speed.

Stellar founder and company branding

Unique to each founder, we craft compelling brand identities for both founders and companies, highlighting unique strengths and visions to capture visibility, credibility, and differentiation.

Data-driven go-to-market execution

To go to market confidently, we deliver data-driven methodologies and proven strategies for securing early customers and establishing a market position out of the gate.

Capital for 12-months runway

At launch, we provide the first year of the operational runway and direct access to our investor platform for the growth phases beyond.

Builders studio scope

We’re looking to partner with talented entrepreneurs who share our values to define the future of work with B2B software companies that harness the power of AI. Our focus areas include - but are not limited to - revolutionising recruitment, advancing cybersecurity, globalising the workforce, streamlining operations, and quantifying professionals.

Solving real business challenges

We're committed to solving real business challenges that impact business joy and the bottom line, turning pain points into opportunities and returns on investment.

Transform the daily grind into a joy for billions

We shape the future of work with software products that carefully integrate AI, enhancing productivity and setting new standards for efficiency and innovation in the workplace.

Magical, human-like intelligence

We harness the power of AI to infuse our software with human-like intelligence, enabling it to interact, predict, and make decisions in ways previously unique to humans.

Become a founder and build with us

Experience cosmic levels of energy as a resident at the studio, where we mix intelligent business minds, techno-optimists and studio specialists into dream teams.

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Driving success with strategic vision and relentless execution.

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FAQ

What does Builders look for in co-founders?

At Builders, we partner with visionary founders who see entrepreneurship not just as an opportunity but as a calling. We collaborate with those who dream big, driven by purpose and ambition to build companies that can reshape industries and change the world. We partner with relentless problem-solvers who thrive on turning challenges into opportunities and are committed to serving customers by creating impactful and profitable solutions. They possess a "white-belt mentality," constantly learning and adapting with speed, and they execute with relentless determination, outworking the competition to build stellar companies.

How do we find founders?

Founders reach out to Builders when they have a real-world problem to solve and believe we are the right partner to tackle it with. While we are active members of the tech community and the venture studio marketplace, most founders connect with us because the company they envision aligns with our focus on the future of work.

How many founders get through?

Annually, we connect with 2,000+ founders, and around 12 join the studio as an Entrepreneur in Residence. During the residency, founders work closely with the studio team to validate, shape, and launch a company using our proven playbooks and stage-gated model.

Where do the ideas come from?

Builders has a clear vision for the future, outlined in our manifesto, which shapes the scope for the companies we aim to build. Founders who share a similar vision and have encountered real-world problems that are difficult to solve partner with our studio. Together, we attract the right technical or business co-founder and transform these ideas and challenges into thriving companies.

What is the journey of a Builders' founder?

Your Builders journey is an 18-month adventure, from discovering market problems to launching a company. We collaborate closely, combining deep expertise, proven playbooks, and execution power. From crafting solutions and acquiring early customers to raising seed capital, we ensure your venture thrives within our Builders universe. Learn more about the founder journey here.

How involved is Builders with each startup?

Builders partners with talented entrepreneurs to create companies that define the future of work. We provide rapid market validation, connecting founders through dual residency to tackle real business challenges with technically feasible solutions. Our founders benefit from full-spectrum support, including expert playbooks, stellar branding, and data-driven go-to-market strategies. We also offer capital for a 12-month runway and access to our investor platform, ensuring startups are primed for success. Build with us.

What expertise does the Builders core team bring?

Our core team is your dream team, covering everything from product and design to legal and funding, all aimed at empowering you to build a successful, independent company.

Where is Builders located?

Builders’ headquarters in the heart of Rotterdam, The Netherlands, offering a vibrant ecosystem for our founders. We collaborate onsite in a collaborative atmosphere, essential for brainstorming and strategy sessions. Not to mention the other entrepreneurs you surround yourself with.

How is founders' equity split?

Builders empowers entrepreneurs firstly as a co-founder and secondly provides support, resources, and investment to create a company that can attract the right type of funding. Equity is split to reflect each party’s value and contributions; the studio retains around 30% of the fully diluted equity after leaving the studio and raising funding. From that point on, the studio and the founders get equally diluted.

Is it worth 30%?

The value we bring justifies our equity share. Beyond financial investment, we offer a comprehensive support system, access to industry experts, and a collaborative workspace. We empower entrepreneurs with rapid market validation, dual residency connecting co-founders, and a full-spectrum team to achieve milestones quickly. Our data-driven go-to-market strategies and branding support set your company up for success. After securing funding, our core team continues to support your journey to independence.

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