Start from where you are
We do not expect a finished product or a perfect plan. We begin with what you know and what is still unclear.
About us
A practical launchpad for founders who want clarity and momentum.
Establish.ie combines structured programmes, experienced mentors and a supportive community so founders can move from idea to investable business without the usual noise.
Our philosophy
Intensive, commercial and human.
We are a working lab for startups, not a lecture series. That means practical workshops, honest feedback, and support that makes sense for the stage you are at.
- Focus on the biggest constraint first.
- Turn vague ideas into testable propositions.
- Keep the founder, the business and the finances in view together.
- Use community to accelerate learning and reduce isolation.
“We care about product-market fit, governance and cash flow, but also about founder wellbeing, team dynamics and sustainable growth.”
That balance shapes every programme we design.
What we believe
Support should feel rigorous, clear and encouraging.
Commercial first
Every session connects the story to market demand, funding, revenue and growth.
Human and supportive
Founders need honesty and momentum, but they also need a space where questions are welcome.
Funding-aware
We understand Irish and European funding routes and help you avoid wasting time on poor-fit options.
Community-first
Founders progress faster when they can compare notes, test ideas and support each other.
Who we are built for
Founders, teams and innovation projects that need a clear route forward.
- Early-stage founders with rough ideas and urgent questions.
- Teams preparing for launch or their first raise.
- Spin-outs and innovation projects moving from research to market.
- Purpose-driven founders who want to blend profit with impact.
- Founders coming to Ireland who need local context and support.
How we support
Help that adapts to your stage.
Some founders need a strategic reset. Others need a workshop series, a pitch sprint, or a funding roadmap. Establish.ie is designed to combine these supports in a way that fits the venture.
Idea stage
Turn a rough concept into a testable proposition.
Pre-seed
Build the materials and confidence to start engaging.
Seed
Sharpen the story, model and growth narrative.
Post-launch
Keep refining the offer, governance and funding plan.
Next step
Need a calm, practical way to move the idea forward?
Send over a short summary and we will suggest the best starting point, whether that is a lab, a sprint or a funding review.