The Tensor Program

A competitive non-profit accelerator program designed to identify and support the most promising founders across LATAM. We believe in merit-based selection and empowering exceptional talent.

1

Application & Network Sourcing

We collect applications from talented students and professionals across LATAM through our established MIT alumni network.

  • • Submit your startup idea with market rationale
  • • Demonstrate product-market fit potential
  • • Network-based referrals prioritized
  • • Rolling applications accepted
2

2-Week Intensive Sprint

Selected teams get two weeks to make maximum progress building their company. This is where execution meets ambition.

  • • Build MVP or significant prototype
  • • Validate market assumptions
  • • Competitive environment fosters excellence
  • • Top 100 performers advance
3

Elite Interview Process

Top 100 teams are interviewed and evaluated for commitment, scalability, and impact potential.

  • • In-depth founder interviews
  • • Business model validation
  • • Impact and sustainability assessment
  • • Final 25 teams selected
4

Support & Resources

Top 25 founders receive comprehensive support and access to our startup ecosystem, including participation in a month-long intensive convention.

Support Structure

  • • Mentorship and guidance
  • • Strategic advisory support
  • • Connections to potential investors
  • • Performance-based milestone support

Tensor Resources

  • • Month-long intensive convention
  • • Legal and compliance guidance
  • • Market connections and partnerships
  • • Investor introduction opportunities

Our Mission Philosophy

We believe in empowering exceptional founders to build transformative companies. Our mission is simple: provide maximum value and support to visionary entrepreneurs. We connect founders with resources, mentors, and potential investors, creating a thriving ecosystem for innovation.