Laconia Capital Fellowship
Democratizing access to venture capital knowledge and opportunities.
Overview
Laconia Capital's Fellowship program, branded as the Venture Cooperative, is a free, cohort-based educational initiative designed to democratize access to venture capital knowledge and opportunities. The program combines theoretical instruction with practical exposure to deal sourcing, investment analysis, and fund operations.
Investment focus
The program aims to democratize access to venture capital knowledge and opportunities, providing participants with both theoretical and practical experiences in the field.
Program details
Designed for Founders, Operators, Investors, Fund Managers, Limited Partners. The program is remote. Participation is generally part time.
Who it is for
The program accepts participants from diverse backgrounds with varying levels of experience. No prior venture capital experience is required.
Check if you are eligible
Check your eligibility for Laconia Capital FellowshipAdmissions and application
Applications for Cohort 10 (Spring 2026) opened in early 2026 with a February 1 deadline. Cohorts are offered twice yearly, typically in spring and fall.
Benefits
Fellows gain access to Laconia's investment processes, participate in due diligence on real investments, collaborate with portfolio companies, and attend live investment discussions.
Timeline
The Venture Cooperative runs twice per year, with each cohort lasting six weeks.
How to go about it
- Read what it asks for
Who can apply, how people get in and whether it is open right now.
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The program has not published how to apply. Terms and dates change. Check the official page before you act.
What it pays
All cooperative participants receive opportunities to financially share in Laconia's success, including potential 'carry' (profit sharing) if they source funded deals.
Questions about this program
Do applicants need prior investing experience or accredited-investor status?
No. The application permits applicants with no prior personal investing experience, and both accredited and nonaccredited applicants are welcomed to apply as Venture Fellows.
What does the application ask for?
It asks about your background, expertise relevant to early-stage companies, motivation and learning goals, and an example of initiative or a project. Demographic questions are optional and do not affect admission decisions.
What financial upside is offered?
Laconia says a fellow can receive carry if they source a deal that Laconia invests in. This is conditional; the published information does not specify the carry amount or terms.
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From public sources
What the sources say about Laconia Capital Fellowship
Laconia says fellows can receive carry when they source a deal the firm invests in.
Source: Venture CooperativeLaconia advertises opportunities to take part in due diligence.
Source: Venture CooperativeLaconia says fellows may observe live deals.
Source: Venture CooperativeLaconia offers invitations to virtual and in-person community events.
Source: Venture CooperativeLaconia includes expert guest speakers among the benefits.
Source: Venture CooperativeLaconia offers small-group office hours and one-on-one team access.
Source: Venture Cooperative
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