
Join Founder Gym and Transform Your Startup in 4 Weeks!
More Growth, Less Grind.
Proven frameworks, systems, and tools to help you scale your business with clarity, confidence, and ease.
Build
Define your vision, validate your market opportunity, and establish a strong legal and financial foundation for long-term success.
Fund
Learn strategic funding approaches, craft a compelling investor pitch, and gain confidence through expert feedback and mock presentations.
Scale
Implement scalable systems, gain insights from seasoned entrepreneurs, and grow your business at your own pace with a flexible curriculum.

Candice Matthews Brackeen, CEO of Lightship Foundation
We're Built
Different.
Founder Gym (FG), Lightship’s virtual education platform, is designed to equip you with the essential skills to build, fund, and scale your startup—on your own time. Through expert-led instruction, a supportive community, and proven frameworks, FG provides the motivation and tools to help you grow with confidence.
In just 4 weeks, you’ll complete structured exercises and receive expert training from seasoned investors and funded founders. By the end of the program, you’ll have the knowledge, network, and know-how to raise capital and scale your tech startup successfully.