World-class Entrepreneurship Education
Designed by award-winning educators and backed by a strong network of investors and founders.
Online, hybrid, or in-person, we bring Silicon Valley’s proven innovation to your ecosystem.
"An unparalleled blend of world-class expertise, actionable insights, didactics, and a global network—this program transformed how we empower the next generation of entrepreneurs."
- Dr. Zahar Barth-Manzoori, Director DWIH - German Center for Research and Innovation San Francisco
Online Courses
Hybrid Programs
Silicon Valley Visits
HAPPY CLIENTS
OFFERING GUILD-HOSTED AND LICENSED PROGRAMS
APPLICATIONS OPEN NOW:
BRANDXPAND
For consumer product and CPG entrepreneurs and business owners in Europe from $3M-$10M in revenue ready to scale their brand to the US market.
Tariff and Financial Impact Review | Branding and Cultural Intelligence | Online Store Optimization | Advertising Strategies, Agencies and AI | Regulatory and Legal Considerations | Logistics Deep Dive | Customer Service Excellence | Retail Partnerships and Distribution
September - October Online Curriculum
January 2026 - 3 week In-Person-Visit
APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN NOW
AI-Powered Product Sandbox - Build your startup with the latest AI Tools
WHAT IF YOU COULD BUILD YOUR OWN MVP IN A WEEKEND?
This 2-day sprint is your sandbox to test and build your startups MVP with the latest AI tools. Hosted by serial entrepreneur Anne Cocquyt, award-winning instructor at UC Berkeley.
June 2025, 2 days
ScaleSmart 2025
A five-week online program plus in-person startup showcase designed for European scaleups with €1M+ in revenue and/ or Series A funding, aiming to enter the U.S. market in the short to medium term.
Focus: Selling to US customers and pitching to US investors.
The program is developed and delivered by expert business advisors from our Silicon Valley Hub in collaboration with EIT's educational partner The GUILD.
DWIH is launching a hybrid innovation program for German students or researchers who are women. Offered in cooperation with GUILD Academy, this program is a combination of online and in-person learning experiences designed for women researchers to improve their business and presentation skills.
The online program spans eight weeks, from May 6, 2025 to June 24, 2025. The in-person component will be from September 1-5, 2025. It is designed to be conducted online, employing asynchronous learning modules comprising video content and practical exercises. We will hold an info session on March 8, 2025 at 8:00 Pacific Time/17:00 German time. Click here for the slides of the virtual info session we held last year regarding the program.
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WHY THE GUILD ACADEMY?
The GUILD Academy empowers global entrepreneurs from launch to scaling, with tailored, high-impact learning experiences from the heart of Silicon Valley. In our bespoke online and in-person programs run by award-winning startup educators, we utilize the latest teaching methods, real-time industry insights, and connections to vetted expert advisors.
We serve entrepreneurs who value equity-free and tactical guidance ready to put the learnings into action for growth.
Our unique approach is validated by government organizations who choose us for our high-quality content and over one thousand entrepreneurs who have successfully launched and scaled their startups thanks to our programs and supportive entrepreneur and investor community of over 1,500 members in the GUILD that extends beyond the program duration.
PAST SPEAKERS
YOUR HOST ANNE COCQUYT
ANNE COCQUYT is a serial entrepreneur and award-winning educator at UC Berkeley. She is the founder of the GUILD and main host of the GUILD online programs and in-person visits for entrepreneurs and corporations in Silicon Valley.
“Everything you need to launch and fund your business”
—Nicole Quinn, General Partner at Lightspeed Venture Partners
MENTORS
Every program comes with a selected group of vetted mentors relevant to the industry and the stage of the entrepreneurs in the program.
We partner with Crest Collective to add advisors and investors to our programs.
Dorothea von Grießenbeck, Founder GRANTORING
“I was initially unsure if the time and effort I invested would be worth it, but the Program exceeded all my expectations. I learned so much and built an incredible network with the others and on the GUILD platform that will help our startup grow and thrive.”
Participant in hybrid program
"Honestly, everything about the program has been fantastic! Since session one, I've been deeply reflecting on our value proposition, which has really stuck with me. The third session inspired me to start tracking critical financial metrics like LTV and CAC, which I hadn't prioritized before. The strategic goal setting and sales sessions were incredibly helpful. This program has truly reshaped my approach to entrepreneurship!"
Imene Abid, Co-Founder Goodlead
“The program is certainly one of the best things that happened to me in 2024! Anne is such an inspiring woman and has provided all the tools, contacts, and knowledge we needed at this stage of our entrepreneurial journey. Using the pitch deck from the Guild Academy, we landed an investment.”
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THE GUILD?
Are you looking to connect with
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A COMMUNITY OF FOUNDERS
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SILICON VALLEY INVESTORS
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STARTUP ADVISORS
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FRACTIONAL STARTUP TALENT
then you are in the right place!
FREE RESOURCES FOR ENTREPRENEURS
JOIN THE GUILD and get access 100+ webinars, updated resources and to dozens of templates, toolboxes and guides to help you accelerate building your business
"Another hidden gem from the GUILD! This bootcamp is all you need to get you started with your fundraising!"
TESTIMONIALS
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
“I wanted to let you know that from the founder funder session, I got to meet a VC and they are making an investment. Thanks so much.”
Jill Bourque
Founder & CEO RushTix