build3 is the brainchild of varun chawla, co-founder of 91s, one of India's largest co-working community spaces. build3 is a company that helps founders build startups and its run by founders who have built startups successfully before.

we have also worked with over hundreds of founders to help build their startups. (we run an impact focused accelerator program)

building startups and helping founders grow is in our DNA!

we have a roster of mentors that we invite to each retreat. the mentors that we have mentioned above have taught at our retreats in the past. we cycle between the mentors mentioned above and additional mentors that are part of the build3 eco-system.  all the mentors that we invite are equipped to help you understand the startup journey themselves since they have built startups before.


 

seaside startup retreat is a residential program held in Candolim, Goa. while the workshops and sessions take place at the blue villa situated by the beach, you will be staying in dormitory accommodation at our coliving space a stone’s throw away. in case you require a private room, please reach out to us.(do note: this would reflect in the program cost).

the cost of the program is Rs 25,000 + 18% GST. this covers workshops, events and programs, dormitory accommodation, and all 3 meals(healthy, home-cooked, vegetarian meals) for 3 days of the program. 
 

we would recommend packing for beachy weather, which can get a bit warm and humid. Items like shorts, sandals, sunscreen, sunglasses are essential. also do carry any personal care products and medication as required. beyond that, an open mind and warm smile will take you a long way while you’re participating in the program. :)
 

each cohort will have a maximum of 30 participants to ensure opportunities to create deeper bonds with each other. 

you should apply for this program if one or more of the following apply to you:

• aspiring founders looking to understand what it takes to build a startup

• founders looking to network with experienced founders and mentors

• first-time founders confused about executing their startup idea

• traditional business people looking to apply startup principles to grow their business

the program is 3 days long. Participants will stay for 4 days with us in Goa

the application deadline is mentioned above. You can begin the application process by requesting an invite. once we’ve received your request, we will take 24 hours to evaluate whether it is a good fit, post which we will invite you on to a 15 minute call where we get to know you and how we can help you better. once we’re done with the call, we will inform you if it’s a good fit within 24 hours post which we will request payment of the fee. once done, it’s time to pack your bags and come to Goa!

with this program, you will learn the fundamentals of building and launching your startup, while incorporating aspects of mindfulness, and well being into your entrepreneurial journey. you will also be learning beside other entrepreneurs like yourself who will form your support system as you go out and begin building your business. 

during the program, you will be added to the build3 online community on circle where you can interact with impact founders from across the country who have engaged with build3 at some point in their journey. you can reach out to this community to exchange resources, experiences, ideas, have topical discussions, and stay updated on events happening in the build3 ecosystem. detail the range of topics, from business fundamentals to well-being and creativity.