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What is

Founder Fellowship?

theClubhou.se Fellowship is an extraordinary opportunity for aspiring entrepreneurs to kickstart their journey into the world of startups. This fellowship program provides founders with an immersive learning experience, mentorship from industry experts, and access to a supportive community of like-minded individuals. Participants will be equipped with the essential skills and knowledge needed to turn their innovative ideas into successful startups.

Our curriculum covers a wide range of topics, including business strategy, product development, marketing, and fundraising. Not only will fellows receive invaluable guidance and support, but they will also have the chance to connect with potential investors and partners. With the Founder Fellowship, aspiring entrepreneurs can accelerate their path to success in the startup ecosystem.

Founder Fellowship

Meet Your Facilitators

Cofounder & CEO
Eric R. Parker, AIA, is an accomplished architect and entrepreneur, co-founder and President of Make Startups and HACK Augusta, with a track record of launching and supporting over 500 businesses. A visionary in the startup ecosystem, he is known for his strategic leadership in securing $15m in investment and creating 1,500 jobs in communities nationally. Eric's expertise in entrepreneurial skills training and capital access is pivotal in aiding entrepreneurs across America, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds. His work, featured in “Make Space” by the Hasso Plattner Institute of Design at Stanford University, demonstrates his perspective on the intersection of design and entrepreneurship. As a mentor at theClubhou.se, Eric's extensive knowledge and lived experience provide invaluable guidance to entrepreneurs, driving innovation and societal impact.
Cofounder & CMO
Grace A. Belangia, with over 15 years of experience in ecosystem building and startup advising, is a co-founder of Asombrosa, Make Startups, and HACK Augusta. A Silicon Valley native and UCLA graduate, she excels in connecting public and private sectors to spur innovation. As a UC Berkeley Extension Professor in Entrepreneurship, Grace educates emerging entrepreneurs and is an expert in alternative financing methods. Her commitment to inclusive economic development is evident through her roles with the Southeast Makers Alliance, Ecosystem Builders Leadership Network, and as an active investor in Pipeline Angels and Portfolia. Grace's experience in starting, operating, and exiting successful companies makes her an invaluable advisor for participants at theClubhou.se, guiding them towards impactful business growth.
CTO
Eric Ryan Harrison is a distinguished CTO and mentor at theClubhou.se Founder Fellowship Program, with over two decades of experience in the tech industry. He co-founded Docket, a 500 Startups graduate that raised $1.3M in venture capital, and Moonrise, acquired by American Family, Inc. At Make Startups, Eric utilizes his extensive background, including his time as a software developer at the Dept. of Defense and an intelligence analyst in the US Army, to guide founders in building and scaling tech ventures. His contributions, blending technical skill and strategic business insight, make him a pivotal figure in mentoring emerging technology entrepreneurs at theClubhou.se.