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DELTA FOUNDERS ACADEMY BY DELTA CAREERS
DELTA FOUNDERS ACADEMY BY DELTA CAREERS
Shaping The Next Generation of Successful Entrepreneurs.
Shaping The Next Generation of Successful Entrepreneurs.
Shaping The Next Generation of Successful Entrepreneurs.
Delta Founders Academy is a hands-on, pre-incubator program that guides high school students through the process of developing a business idea into a functional startup.
A practical program designed to help high school students build real startups in just 8 weeks.
A practical program designed to help high school students build real startups in just 8 weeks.
Delta Founders Academy is a hands-on, pre-incubator program that guides high school students through the process of developing a business idea into a functional startup. In this 8-week program, you will actively create and test a business concept, develop a product prototype, and pitch your startup to real investors. By the end of the program, you will have the skills and experience to launch a real business, from initial idea validation to securing potential investment.
Delta Founders Academy is a hands-on, pre-incubator program that guides high school students through the process of developing a business idea into a functional startup. In this 8-week program, you will actively create and test a business concept, develop a product prototype, and pitch your startup to real investors. By the end of the program, you will have the skills and experience to launch a real business, from initial idea validation to securing potential investment.
THE BENEFITS
Post-Program Benefits
Develop a high-impact project, benefiting from step-by-step guidance and real-time feedback, positioning you for future success.
Invitation to Icehouse Ventures Incubator
The top two teams will receive an invitation to join Icehouse Ventures Incubator, providing additional mentorship, resources, and funding opportunities.
Professional Networking & Funding
Gain access to a network of startup founders, investors, and accelerators, opening doors to potential funding and partnership opportunities.
Real-World Experience
You will leave the program with a tangible portfolio, showcasing your startup journey and experience, which can be valuable for college applications and future career opportunities.
Develop Core Competencies
Develop core competencies in customer discovery, financial modeling, and startup execution.
Mentored by the founders of some of the most successful startups, including:
Crimson Education
Crimson Education
Crimson Education
Multinational university admissions consultancy headquartered in Auckland, New Zealand. Valued at $554 million, with key investors including Tiger Management, Icehouse Ventures, and Verlinvest.
Multinational university admissions consultancy headquartered in Auckland, New Zealand. Valued at $554 million, with key investors including Tiger Management, Icehouse Ventures, and Verlinvest.
Multinational university admissions consultancy headquartered in Auckland, New Zealand. Valued at $554 million, with key investors including Tiger Management, Icehouse Ventures, and Verlinvest.
ClipBook
ClipBook
ClipBook
A B2B SaaS AI research platform founded in 2022. In April 2022, Clipbook raised $100,000 in funding from Higher Ground Labs, an accelerator/incubator.
A B2B SaaS AI research platform founded in 2022. In April 2022, Clipbook raised $100,000 in funding from Higher Ground Labs, an accelerator/incubator.
A B2B SaaS AI research platform founded in 2022. In April 2022, Clipbook raised $100,000 in funding from Higher Ground Labs, an accelerator/incubator.
Angrela
Angrela
Angrela
AI-driven platform that streamlines e-commerce product data management. In 2024, the company secured $500,000 in seed funding from Y Combinator, valuing the company at approximately $1,830,000 post-investment.
AI-driven platform that streamlines
e-commerce product data management. In 2024, the company secured $500,000 in seed funding from Y Combinator, valuing the company at approximately $1,830,000 post-investment.
AI-driven platform that streamlines
e-commerce product data management.
In 2024, the company secured $500,000 in seed funding from Y Combinator, valuing the company at approximately $1,830,000 post-investment.
Stealth
Stealth
Stealth
Specialized recruitment firm dedicated to assisting stealth-mode startups in launching, hiring, and scaling effectively.
Specialized recruitment firm dedicated to assisting stealth-mode startups in launching, hiring, and scaling effectively.
Specialized recruitment firm dedicated to assisting stealth-mode startups in launching, hiring, and scaling effectively.
THE JOURNEY
Program Timeline
Over 8 weeks, students will work on a specific startup idea, going through each stage of the entrepreneurial process. From discovering and validating a real-world problem to creating a prototype, testing it in the market, and preparing to pitch to investors, this program provides the practical experience needed to start your own company. Delta Founders Academy is structured into distinct phases, each designed to mimic the early-stage startup journey:
WEEK 1 - 2
Problem Discovery & Validation
Learn how to identify a pressing problem in the market, conduct customer interviews, and validate your idea by ensuring there is a real demand for your solution.
WEEK 3 - 4
Prototyping & Business Model Development
Use no-code tools to create a working product prototype and build a sustainable revenue model for your business.
WEEK 5-6
Go-To-Market Strategy & Customer Acquisition
Learn how to launch your product, acquire early customers, and develop marketing strategies that drive sales and growth.
WEEK 7 - 8
Investor Readiness & Demo Day
Get personalized coaching on how to craft a compelling investor pitch, including how to present your product and business model effectively to potential investors.
Top 2 Teams to Present at Icehouse Ventures Incubator
Top 2 Teams to Present at Icehouse Ventures Incubator
Top 2 Teams to Present at Icehouse Ventures Incubator
At the conclusion of the program, the top two teams will receive the incredible opportunity to present their startups at Icehouse Ventures, one of the most prestigious startup accelerators in the world. This exposure to Icehouse Ventures investors and mentors can open doors for funding, partnerships, and scaling opportunities.
At the conclusion of the program, the top two teams will receive the incredible opportunity to present their startups at Icehouse Ventures, one of the most prestigious startup accelerators in the world. This exposure to Icehouse Ventures investors and mentors can open doors for funding, partnerships, and scaling opportunities.
At the conclusion of the program, the top two teams will receive the incredible opportunity to present their startups at Icehouse Ventures, one of the most prestigious startup accelerators in the world. This exposure to Icehouse Ventures investors and mentors can open doors for funding, partnerships, and scaling opportunities.
ABOUT ICEHOUSE VENTURES
Icehouse Ventures backs the bold—investing in New Zealand’s most driven founders from day one. With a powerful network of investors, mentors, and global connections, they help early-stage startups turn ambitious ideas into world-changing ventures.
Icehouse Ventures backs the bold—investing in New Zealand’s most driven founders from day one. With a powerful network of investors, mentors, and global connections, they help early-stage startups turn ambitious ideas into world-changing ventures.
Startups Powered by Icehouse Ventures
Startups Powered by Icehouse Ventures
Startups Powered by Icehouse Ventures
MEET OUR ALUMNI
How Delta Shaped Their Journey
These stories showcase the impact of our programs, the guidance of our mentors, and the growth that comes from meaningful experiences.
Jiyoo N.
Digital MD Work Experience Program
Neev T.
Perennial Partners Work Experience Program
Maria L.
Ferrari Work Experience Program
Michael H.
Ferrari Work Experience Program
Maria L.
Ferrari Work Experience Program
Testimonials
Discover the inspiring stories of our students who joined Delta Careers and gained invaluable experiences.
Jimmy Z.
Big 4 Program Alumni
It was such an exciting program and I felt that I gained skills I would never have got in school. I do think that by doing this I have a much clearer understanding of what I want to do in the future.
Matteo G.
Dentons Program Alumni
I would do this (work experience program) whether I was sure of law or not..I genuinely had so much fun, and the case study was just so interesting! Analyzing a hypothetical, real-like case was so interesting. I would recommend it.
Audrey P.
Ferrari Program Alumni
I learned to learn in this process. I had to read and research, and I believe in the university there will be a lot more harder concepts so it definitely helps.
Jessie Z.
Big 4 Program Alumni
Overall it’s been very good, I learned a lot about consulting. It was really fun to work in a group to find different kinds of solutions and do research.
Afa
Dentons Program Alumni
It’s a starting guide or a starting point for people (students) who are interested in law. Because I recently chose law to pursue as my career, and this program helped me to understand it on a higher level.
Vincent H.
Ferrari Program Alumni
The seminars were well-ordered in their complexity and depth so everything is well sorted out until the end. It was a really interesting experience because we got to talk to higher executives from the company as high school students.
James L.
Big 4 Program Alumni
Final pitch was the part I really enjoyed the most. It taught me how to create a proper business proposal. It was a really good process of researching and thinking. It really adds value to my life.
William K.
Big 4 Program Alumni
It’s been very productive. All the module sessions were really helpful to learn what consulting is, it helped me in my pre-college program in Columbia and it shows a direct translation from the program to real-life university experience.
Caiden H.
Ferrari Program Alumni
This program gave me an introduction to engineering and gave me a good start to understand how it works. It exercises teamwork to complete a project which is quite similar to what it’d be like for an actual engineering job!
Sourish R.
Dentons Program Alumni
To someone who’s unsure if they want to pursue law, this program can provide them a good guidance of whether they can see themselves being a lawyer.
Tatiana K.
Ferrari Program Alumni
I gained theoretical knowledge and a chance to apply them to real-life situations like building a car. It’s very useful because we don’t experience that in high school.
Anuar B.
Big 4 Program Alumni
I was always interested in consulting and the Big 4 Consulting Firm program gave me an exceptional opportunity to kickstart my career in the field. Now consulting is a career that I definitely want to go down and I'm excited to continue pursuing it at Columbia!
MEET OUR ALUMNI
How Delta Shaped Their Journey
These stories showcase the impact of our programs, the guidance of our mentors, and the growth that comes from meaningful experiences.
Jiyoo N.
Digital MD Work Experience Program
Neev T.
Perennial Partners Work Experience Program
Maria L.
Ferrari Work Experience Program
Michael H.
Ferrari Work Experience Program
Maria L.
Ferrari Work Experience Program
Testimonials
Discover the inspiring stories of our students who joined Delta Careers and gained invaluable experiences.
Jimmy Z.
Big 4 Program Alumni
It was such an exciting program and I felt that I gained skills I would never have got in school. I do think that by doing this I have a much clearer understanding of what I want to do in the future.
Matteo G.
Dentons Program Alumni
I would do this (work experience program) whether I was sure of law or not..I genuinely had so much fun, and the case study was just so interesting! Analyzing a hypothetical, real-like case was so interesting. I would recommend it.
Audrey P.
Ferrari Program Alumni
I learned to learn in this process. I had to read and research, and I believe in the university there will be a lot more harder concepts so it definitely helps.
Jessie Z.
Big 4 Program Alumni
Overall it’s been very good, I learned a lot about consulting. It was really fun to work in a group to find different kinds of solutions and do research.
Afa
Dentons Program Alumni
It’s a starting guide or a starting point for people (students) who are interested in law. Because I recently chose law to pursue as my career, and this program helped me to understand it on a higher level.
Vincent H.
Ferrari Program Alumni
The seminars were well-ordered in their complexity and depth so everything is well sorted out until the end. It was a really interesting experience because we got to talk to higher executives from the company as high school students.
James L.
Big 4 Program Alumni
Final pitch was the part I really enjoyed the most. It taught me how to create a proper business proposal. It was a really good process of researching and thinking. It really adds value to my life.
William K.
Big 4 Program Alumni
It’s been very productive. All the module sessions were really helpful to learn what consulting is, it helped me in my pre-college program in Columbia and it shows a direct translation from the program to real-life university experience.
Caiden H.
Ferrari Program Alumni
This program gave me an introduction to engineering and gave me a good start to understand how it works. It exercises teamwork to complete a project which is quite similar to what it’d be like for an actual engineering job!
Sourish R.
Dentons Program Alumni
To someone who’s unsure if they want to pursue law, this program can provide them a good guidance of whether they can see themselves being a lawyer.
Tatiana K.
Ferrari Program Alumni
I gained theoretical knowledge and a chance to apply them to real-life situations like building a car. It’s very useful because we don’t experience that in high school.
Anuar B.
Big 4 Program Alumni
I was always interested in consulting and the Big 4 Consulting Firm program gave me an exceptional opportunity to kickstart my career in the field. Now consulting is a career that I definitely want to go down and I'm excited to continue pursuing it at Columbia!
MEET OUR ALUMNI
How Delta Shaped Their Journey
These stories showcase the impact of our programs, the guidance of our mentors, and the growth that comes from meaningful experiences.
Jiyoo N.
Digital MD Work Experience Program
Neev T.
Perennial Partners Work Experience Program
Maria L.
Ferrari Work Experience Program
Michael H.
Ferrari Work Experience Program
Maria L.
Ferrari Work Experience Program
Testimonials
Discover the inspiring stories of our students who joined Delta Careers and gained invaluable experiences.
Jimmy Z.
Big 4 Program Alumni
It was such an exciting program and I felt that I gained skills I would never have got in school. I do think that by doing this I have a much clearer understanding of what I want to do in the future.
Matteo G.
Dentons Program Alumni
I would do this (work experience program) whether I was sure of law or not..I genuinely had so much fun, and the case study was just so interesting! Analyzing a hypothetical, real-like case was so interesting. I would recommend it.
Audrey P.
Ferrari Program Alumni
I learned to learn in this process. I had to read and research, and I believe in the university there will be a lot more harder concepts so it definitely helps.
Jessie Z.
Big 4 Program Alumni
Overall it’s been very good, I learned a lot about consulting. It was really fun to work in a group to find different kinds of solutions and do research.
Afa
Dentons Program Alumni
It’s a starting guide or a starting point for people (students) who are interested in law. Because I recently chose law to pursue as my career, and this program helped me to understand it on a higher level.
Vincent H.
Ferrari Program Alumni
The seminars were well-ordered in their complexity and depth so everything is well sorted out until the end. It was a really interesting experience because we got to talk to higher executives from the company as high school students.
James L.
Big 4 Program Alumni
Final pitch was the part I really enjoyed the most. It taught me how to create a proper business proposal. It was a really good process of researching and thinking. It really adds value to my life.
William K.
Big 4 Program Alumni
It’s been very productive. All the module sessions were really helpful to learn what consulting is, it helped me in my pre-college program in Columbia and it shows a direct translation from the program to real-life university experience.
Caiden H.
Ferrari Program Alumni
This program gave me an introduction to engineering and gave me a good start to understand how it works. It exercises teamwork to complete a project which is quite similar to what it’d be like for an actual engineering job!
Sourish R.
Dentons Program Alumni
To someone who’s unsure if they want to pursue law, this program can provide them a good guidance of whether they can see themselves being a lawyer.
Tatiana K.
Ferrari Program Alumni
I gained theoretical knowledge and a chance to apply them to real-life situations like building a car. It’s very useful because we don’t experience that in high school.
Anuar B.
Big 4 Program Alumni
I was always interested in consulting and the Big 4 Consulting Firm program gave me an exceptional opportunity to kickstart my career in the field. Now consulting is a career that I definitely want to go down and I'm excited to continue pursuing it at Columbia!
MEET THE MENTORS
Learn from the Founders
Learn directly from the founders behind some of today’s most exciting startups. They’ve turned bold ideas into real ventures—and are here to share their insights, challenges, and lessons to help you navigate your own entrepreneurial journey.
Jamie Beaton
Jamie Beaton
Education entrepreneur and Rhodes Scholar and serial entrepreneur with degrees from Harvard, Stanford, and Oxford.
Co-founded Crimson Education, helping 20,000+ students gain entry to top universities.
Education entrepreneur and Rhodes Scholar and serial entrepreneur with degrees from Harvard, Stanford, and Oxford.
Co-founded Crimson Education, helping 20,000+ students gain entry to top universities.
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Fangzhou Jiang
Fangzhou Jiang
Education entrepreneur and global operator with experience building teams across 30+ countries.
Co-founded Crimson Education and led its expansion across Asia and Europe.
Education entrepreneur and global operator with experience building teams across 30+ countries.
Co-founded Crimson Education and led its expansion across Asia and Europe.
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Adam Joseph
Adam Joseph
Education leader with a background in strategy, student experience, and business development.
Former Director at Crimson Education and advisor on multiple edtech initiatives.
Education leader with a background in strategy, student experience, and business development.
Former Director at Crimson Education and advisor on multiple edtech initiatives.
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Amay Aggarwal
Amay Aggarwal
Product leader with AI/ML expertise and startup experience from Uber and Y Combinator.
Co-founder of Develop for Good and Angler, with degrees from Stanford University.
Product leader with AI/ML expertise and startup experience from Uber and Y Combinator.
Co-founder of Develop for Good and Angler, with degrees from Stanford University.
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Yang Fan Yun
Yang Fan Yun
Stanford-trained engineer and product builder with background in logistics and marketplaces.
Co-founder of Composite and former Uber Product Manager leading global features.
Stanford-trained engineer and product builder with background in logistics and marketplaces.
Co-founder of Composite and former Uber Product Manager leading global features.
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