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Class 8 Introduction
 
We are excited to introduce Class 8 of the eFounders Fellowship, which will be open to founders/co-founders of digital ventures from Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Thailand, or Vietnam. The eFounders Fellowship program provides first-hand exposure to ecommerce and digital innovations, access to business leaders across Alibaba and China, as well as an opportunity to connect with like-minded, leading entrepreneurs in your region. The fellowship is a community of passionate and successful "Champions for the New Economy" looking to inspire and create a more inclusive development model for all.
Program dates:
 
The program will be held at Alibaba's headquarters in Hangzhou, China from December 2nd - 12th, 2019.
What will you learn?
 
• The key factors in Alibaba’s long-term success.

• The defining moments and failures that have shaped Alibaba’s journey (including the early stages of development).

• An understanding of Alibaba’s ecosystem

What the program cannot promise:
 
• The opportunity to partner with Alibaba.

• The opportunity to receive Alibaba investment.

Class 8 welcomes entrepreneurs who are:
 
• Authentic, open-minded and altruistic leaders of the 'new economy'.

• Building enterprises for long-term success, not for short-term profit.

• Mission-driven and have a strong sense of purpose, integrity, vision and drive.

• Willing to learn and share their experiences and ideas.

Class 8 enrollment criteria:
 
• You MUST be a founder or co-founder of an officially registered digital venture that has been in operation for at least 2 years.

• Your venture MUST be headquartered, located in or operates in one of the following countries: Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Thailand, or Vietnam.

• You MUST provide at least 1 referral in your application (referrals from a partner/organizer/eFounders Fellow are preferred).

• You MUST provide your official business license when requested during the application process.

• Entrepreneurs below 40 years old, female entrepreneurs, and target country locals are strongly encouraged to apply.

Program costs:
 
Covered:

    • Training materials and training session costs.

    • Field trip and site visit transportation costs

    • Small daily living allowance of 30 RMB/day.

Not covered (costs you must personally cover):

    • Air tickets and transportation/pick-up services to and from Hangzhou, China.

    • Hotel accommodation.

    • Additional food or personal expenses.

Class 8 Applications NOW OPEN
Applications for Class 8 are NOW OPEN. The deadline for applications is October 7th 2019.
APPLY NOW
Class 8 Application NOW OPEN
Applications for Class 8 are NOW OPEN. The deadline for applications is October 7th 2019.
APPLY NOW