Founder in Residence

About the Role 

Enviu is seeking a Founder in Residence to co-build a new impact venture tackling textile waste in India. 

This is not a job — it’s an entrepreneurial launchpad. You’ll work with Enviu’s venture-building team to ideate, validate, and scale a business that redefines how textile waste is prevented, recovered, and recycled. 

You can bring your own idea, technology, or patent, or build one with us from scratch. You’ll lead the venture as a true co-founder, supported by a global network, expert guidance, and clear ownership. 

Why This Is Different 

• True Co-Foundership, Not Employment: You’re not an employee — you’re a co-founder with majority ownership and transparent equity terms that align long-term incentives. 

• Systemic Venture Studio: Enviu isn’t an accelerator or incubator. We build systemic solutions to real market failures, backed by 20+ years of global experience. 

• Built-In Ecosystem: Founders join established domains like Enviu’s textile circularity program with direct access to corporates, funders, and policymakers. 

• Capital Advantage: Fundraising readiness is built from day one — with investor prep, financial modelling, and introductions post-graduation. 

• Global Platform: Enviu’s footprint across Africa, Europe, and Asia gives ventures visibility and credibility — and founders a long-term growth trajectory. 

“We co-found with you — de-risking the early journey, giving you ownership, capital pathways, systemic expertise, and a global platform — while ensuring you remain the entrepreneur at the center.” 

Key Responsibilities 

• Lead the creation and validation of circular business models addressing textile waste. 

• Define market positioning, partnerships, and business strategy. 

• Set up operations for collection, sorting, recycling, or upcycling. 

• Build partnerships with brands, recyclers, policymakers, and funders. 

• Represent the venture externally to attract visibility and support. 

• Collaborate closely with Enviu’s venture-building and domain teams. 

What We Offer 

• Monthly stipend: ₹2 Lakhs 

• Contract: 6-month term, renewable up to 18 months 

• Equity: Majority co-founder ownership under Enviu’s transparent founder model 

• Support: Access to Enviu’s experts, venture builders, and operational infrastructure 

• Network: Ecosystem of investors, corporates, and impact partners 

• Growth Path: From validation → spin-out C-Level → scale, with continued Enviu support 

Ideal Candidate Profile 

• Entrepreneurial background or startup leadership experience, ideally in sustainability or circular economy. 

• Brings or wants to develop an innovative concept, technology, or patent. 

• Skilled in business operations, partnerships, and financial modelling. 

• Passionate about environmental and social impact. 

• Thrives in uncertainty, learns fast, and stays hands-on.