Join more than 350 founders searching for a co-founder
About the community
Almost half of tech startups have a single founder, but only one in five that raise venture capital do. Investors back teams, and so do we: imec.istart only accepts startups with a founding team and that's why we created the Co-Founder Community to help you build yours.
Connect with 350+ founders from day one, and meet your best matches in our online speed dating sessions.
All this for €55 for 6 months.
For who?
Business owner/entrepreneur
You run a startup or scaleup and are looking for a late co-founder.
Founder with an idea
You have a business idea and are looking for people with complementary skills to build it with.
Potential business partner
You want to join an existing business as a shareholder or late co-founder.
Potential co-founder
You want to build a business from scratch with someone else, but you don't have an idea yourself yet.
Mixed profile
You have your own idea, but you're also open to joining another team if the right opportunity comes along.
How it works
1. Create your profile
Share who you are, what you're building or looking for, and what you bring to the table.
2. Get relevant matches & connect anytime
Our platform uses AI to suggest the people who best match your goals and skills. You can browse profiles, reach out and exchange contact details, 24/7.
3. Join a speeddate event
Two sessions per membership period, with short, focused conversations built to surface real matches.
4. Learn from others
Find templates, questionnaires, articles and tips to help you find the right co-founder and put your partnership on paper.
Plus get access to “How I met my co-founder”, our video series with experts and founders.
5. Follow-up
Keep notes, continue the conversations that matter, and decide on next steps together.
What does your membership include?
- 6 months of access to the Co-Founder Community
- Connect with founders and future co-founders from day one
- 2 online speeddate sessions
- Practical content and guidance on running a co-founder search
What to expect at a speeddate session
- A short keynote on a relevant topic within your co-founder search
- Short 1-on-1 video conversations with your most relevantmatches
- Clear profiles that show what people offer and what they're looking for
- A structured schedule, so you make the most of your time
- Easy follow-up after each conversation
Ready to meet your co-founder?
FAQs
Everything you need to know about the Co-Founder Community.
How are matches made?
Your profile helps us surface relevant people based on goals, skills, and interests. Monthly speeddates further streamline who you meet next.
I don’t have an idea - can I still join?
Yes. Many members are looking for a cofounder to join their team. The “Seeker” and “Mixed” profiles are common paths.
Can I renew my access?
Yes. If you need more time after your 6 month membership, you can renew to keep connecting and join future speeddates.
What if I don’t find a match right away?
You’ll have 6 months of access, with continuous new profiles joining and a matchmaking session every month—multiple shots on goal increase your odds.
Still have a question?
Get in touch and we'll help you with your co-founder search.
