
Become a leader who can connect science with business.
Executive Academy
A three-month program for talented scientists with ambitions to manage and run technology companies. Acquire a complete managerial skill set and become part of a new generation of leaders in deep tech companies.

APPLICATION DEADLINE
OCT 10th
Learn from the best
A combination of Czech and foreign experts - successful managers and entrepreneurs, investors, CEOs of technology companies
8 modules that will transform your career
From business fundamentals to leadership – a systematic path to a managerial position.
#1
Building a Business
Nov 6th 2025
Market analysis, product-market fit, customer validation
You will learn to identify market opportunities and validate business ideas directly with customers.
#5
Investors & Access to Public Support
Jan 8th 2026
Investment acquisition, negotiations
with investors
You will learn how to prepare a pitch, where to find investors, and how to negotiate with them.
#2
Business Planning & Finance
Nov 20th 2025
Financial planning, business models, unit economics
You will understand how startup finances work and how to put together a realistic business plan.
#6
Team & Leadership
Jan 22nd 2026
Team building, leadership, corporate culture
You will acquire practical skills for managing people and building teams.
#3
IP & Regulatory
Dec 4th 2025
Intellectual property, patents, regulatory environment
You will learn about IP protection and regulatory requirements in science and research.
#7
Marketing & Sales
Feb 5th 2026
B2B marketing, sales strategy, business development
You will learn how to get your product to market and attract your first customers.
#4
Legal Essentials
Dec 18th 2025
Legal minimum for running a startup
You will learn the basics of corporate law, contracts, and management responsibility.
#8
Pitch Deck & Presentation
Feb 12th 2026
Presentation skills, storytelling, final pitch deck
You will create a presentation
and submit your project to investors
and mentors.
What do you get?
A systematic path
to a management position
Long-term mentoring even after the program ends
Network of contacts with investors, mentors, and classmates
Access to the alumni community and subsequent events
Certificate from Lorem Ipsum Academy
Possibility of an internship at one of our partner projects
Who is the program intended for?
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Post-docs and PhD students in biotech / life science-related fields with an interest and motivation to connect scientific knowledge with the commercial sphere
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Scientists considering transitioning into technology company management or running their own company
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Talents from academia heading into business
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Applicants must be proficient in English (minimum B2) and be able to attend in-person workshops.
Step by step
1. Submit an application
The deadline is October 10, 2025. We will confirm receipt of your application immediately.
4. Kick-Off Meeting
On October 30, 2025, in the early evening, we will meet in person for the first time and get to know each other.
2. Jury meeting
On October 14, 2025, the jury will select 10 participants. We will let you know the results by October 16.
5. Face-to-face workshops
We start on November 6, 2025. We will meet twice a month, always on Thursdays from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
3. Payment
We will expect your payment for the program by October 25. We will confirm receipt of your payment.
6. Final Event
We will conclude our joint work
on March 5, 2026 with a festive evening and the presentation of certificates.
