Lauren Capelin (third from right) and the Startmate team. Source: supplied. Aussie accelerator Startmate is launching a new Founders Fellowship program designed to support entrepreneurs at the very earliest stage of their journey and ultimately improve their startups’ chances of survival. The new program launches alongside the new Student Fellowship program, which was piloted over the summer, offering students and graduates a glimpse into the startup world. Speaking to SmartCompany, Startmate principal Lauren Capelin says the fellowships are about “trying to push the outer edges of the startup community”. The idea is to reach people who might be considering launching a startup or a career in startups, helping them explore the space and access the mentorship and support they might need to get started.