Entrepreneur In Residence (EIR)

EIR Program

Amplify’s Entrepreneur in Residence (EIR) program connects founders with experienced entrepreneurs who’ve walked the path from idea to investment and beyond. Our EIRs provide practical, hands-on support to help startups refine their business models, validate their markets, and prepare for sustainable growth.

EIRs: Ben Reno-Weber | Amber Fields | Tim Wolter
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What EIRs Do

Each EIR brings real-world experience in building and scaling companies. They work side-by-side with founders to:

  • Offer individualized coaching and strategic guidance

  • Help navigate investor conversations and fundraising readiness

  • Provide insights on operations, product development, and go-to-market strategy

  • Connect founders with the right people and resources in the regional ecosystem

Who It’s For

The program is designed for early-stage, tech-enabled startups in the Louisville and Lincoln Trail regions that are preparing to raise their first investment round or scale beyond proof of concept.

How To Get Started

Founders are matched with an EIR based on their industry, stage, and goals. Together, they set measurable milestones that align with Amplify’s Investment Readiness Assessment to ensure progress toward growth and funding objectives.

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