ABOUT US
OUR MISSION
Entrepreneur, Educator, Mentor, Investor
The mission of Startup Ignition Bootcamp is simply that the entrepreneurial spirit with practical knowledge grounded in real-world experience.
We guide individuals from ideation to scalable success, prioritizing customer feedback, iterative design, and adaptive business practices. Our commitment is to provide a complete entrepreneurship education that is accessible to all, empowering all founders.
Start-up founders learn skills for a scalable, emerging business, endorsed by the lean approach in it's most applied in every aspect of building a company. With a strong entrepreneurial education center to the disruption needed to shift expected business practices.
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INSTRUCTORS
These instructors bring a wealth of real-world experience, sharing both knowledge and passion for entrepreneurship and innovation. Their teaching methodologies are informed by their accomplishments in the private sector and their commitment to nurturing the next generation of entrepreneurs.
JOHN RICHARDS
Entrepreneur, Educator, Mentor, Investor
John is a seasoned entrepreneur, educator, and investor with 30+ years of experience. He helped scale one of the first online yellow pages into InfoSpace's multi-billion-dollar IPO, led operations for Google Fiber's Provo launch, and taught entrepreneurship at BYU for nearly two decades — where the program rose to #2 in the Princeton Review's national rankings.
He co-founded Startup Ignition with his son Tyler in 2015 and developed its core methodology — a structured framework for idea validation and founder development. He has invested in over 100 startups, co-founded BoomStartup, managed UtahAngels, and was named one of the top 25 entrepreneurship educators in the U.S.
TYLER RICHARDS
Entrepreneur, Educator, Mentor, Investor
General Partner at Startup Ignition Ventures.
Tyler is a three-time founder, best known for building and exiting DevMountain — one of the country's earliest coding bootcamps. He co-founded Startup Ignition with John in 2015 and has spent the past decade running its bootcamp, fund, and toolsuite.
Named to BusinessQ's 40 Under 40 in 2025, Tyler combines hands-on operator experience with active angel investing — bringing modern execution to a multi-generational firm.
COURSE BENEFITS
The Startup Ignition Bootcamp programs and the main Bootcamp are designed to provide a well-rounded foundation for aspiring entrepreneurs. By participating in the Bootcamp, you're setting yourself up with a robust toolkit and network that can significantly enhance your chances of startup success.
IDEA VALIDATION
Learn to validate your startup idea using proven frameworks and real-world testing methods.
SKILL ACQUISITION
Acquire critical entrepreneurial skills from ideation through scaling and exit strategies.
SCALABLE STARTUPS
Build a startup designed to scale with sustainable business models and growth strategies.
HANDS-ON LEARNING
Engage in hands-on learning through real-life assignments designed to propel your venture forward.
MENTORSHIP
Work with expert mentors who will ensure you are well-prepared for each phase of growth.
PEER CRITIQUES
Benefit from peer critiques that offer diverse perspectives and valuable feedback on your work.
NETWORKING
Gain a network of subject matter experts and peers critical for the future of your startup.
RAPID PROCESS
Accelerate your startup journey with an intensive 3-day format. No homework required.
NEXT STEP READINESS
Leave with a clear path and actionable next steps to reach critical milestones.
CONTINUED SUPPORT
Access our alumni community, tools, and resources long after the bootcamp ends.
WHO SHOULD APPLY
The Startup Ignition Bootcamp is designed for a broad range of individuals who are keen on rapidly acquiring the "how to" knowledge of real-world entrepreneurship. Here are the types of people who should consider applying:
Individuals who desire a ground-up understanding of real entrepreneurship.
Technologists seeking to learn the business aspects of entrepreneurship.
Students/graduates who want to bypass theoretical fluff and dive into real-world application.
Those preferring a swift, concentrated education over traditional multi-year degrees.
Entrepreneurs aiming to launch their ventures quickly and with resources.
Founders struggling to find entrepreneurship in a sea of their own perspectives.
INTRODUCING STARTUP IGNITION TOOLSUITE
The entrepreneurship journey is now more flexible than ever with Startup Ignition's Bootcamp offered online. Harness the power of our rigorous, real-world curriculum from the comfort of your chosen environment and make actionable steps towards your successful venture.
Convenience and Flexibility
Our online Bootcamp fits into your life, allowing you to balance learning with personal and professional responsibilities.
Broader Networking
Our online Bootcamp fits into your life, allowing you to balance learning with personal and professional responsibilities.
Access to Expertise
Our online Bootcamp fits into your life, allowing you to balance learning with personal and professional responsibilities.
Real - World Application
Academy is built to provide practical, actionable guidance. Work on your project in parallel with your coursework, applying what you learn in real-time to your business.
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Join 1,000+ founders who've learned to validate, launch, and grow — the right way.
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