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The 256
Fellows Program

A Private Fellowship for Future Leaders in Capital and Influence

A program dedicated to identifying, nurturing, and connecting extraordinary individuals who will spearhead innovation and foster positive change across various global sectors.

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Overview

an international platform

for emerging leaders shaping the future of capital, innovation, and society.

Our mission is to build a curated community of high-potential individuals driving bold ideas, forging rare networks, and catalyzing transformative change in their fields and beyond.

Upto 8 Fellows

Per cohort

9 months

Duration

Overview

an international platform

for emerging leaders shaping the future of capital, innovation, and society.

Our mission is to build a curated community of high-potential individuals driving bold ideas, forging rare networks, and catalyzing transformative change in their fields and beyond.

months

Duration

Upto 8

Fellows

Per cohort

Vision

CULTIVATING GLOBAL EXCELLENCE

We identify and shape exceptional individuals poised to drive capital, innovation, and impact — globally.

This fellowship is your gateway to advanced capability, powerful networks, and lifelong

alignment with the future.

Leadership Development
Hone high-agency leadership, strategic clarity, and
cross-border fluency — the essentials for navigating tomorrow’s capital and innovation landscapes.
Innovation Catalyst
Unlock frontier thinking through deep exposure to emerging tech, disruptive models, and capital-first experimentation.
Network Building
Enter a rare global network — multi-sectoral, invitation-only, and designed for lifelong collaboration and compound influence.
Knowledge Transfer
Gain and share proprietary insights from operators, policy thinkers, and allocators across global centers of excellence.
Leadership Development
Hone high-agency leadership, strategic clarity, and
cross-border fluency — the essentials for navigating tomorrow’s capital and innovation landscapes.
Innovation Catalyst
Unlock frontier thinking through deep exposure to emerging tech, disruptive models, and capital-first experimentation.
Network Building
Enter a rare global network — multi-sectoral, invitation-only, and designed for lifelong collaboration and compound influence.
Knowledge Transfer
Gain and share proprietary insights from operators, policy thinkers, and allocators across global centers of excellence.
Leadership Development
Hone high-agency leadership, strategic clarity, and
cross-border fluency — the essentials for navigating tomorrow’s capital and innovation landscapes.
Innovation Catalyst
Unlock frontier thinking through deep exposure to emerging tech, disruptive models, and capital-first experimentation.
Network Building
Enter a rare global network — multi-sectoral, invitation-only, and designed for lifelong collaboration and compound influence.
Knowledge Transfer
Gain and share proprietary insights from operators, policy thinkers, and allocators across global centers of excellence.
Leadership Development
Hone high-agency leadership, strategic clarity, and
cross-border fluency — the essentials for navigating tomorrow’s capital and innovation landscapes.
Innovation Catalyst
Unlock frontier thinking through deep exposure to emerging tech, disruptive models, and capital-first experimentation.
Network Building
Enter a rare global network — multi-sectoral, invitation-only, and designed for lifelong collaboration and compound influence.
Knowledge Transfer
Gain and share proprietary insights from operators, policy thinkers, and allocators across global centers of excellence.

DRAG TO EXPLORE

CULTIVATING
GLOBAL EXCELLENCE

Identify, develop, and connect exceptional individuals who will drive innovation and positive change across diverse sectors globally through intensive development, and lifelong networking.

Vision

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT

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LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT

TrailForge, a suitcase brand, faced stock issues and inefficiencies. Our AI forecasting optimized inventory and production cycles, helping them save costs and deliver faster.

Innovation Catalyst

Unlock frontier thinking through deep exposure to emerging tech, disruptive models, and capital-first experimentation.

Innovation Catalyst

Unlock frontier thinking through deep exposure to emerging tech, disruptive models, and capital-first experimentation.

Network Building

Enter a rare global network — multi-sectoral, invitation-only, and designed for lifelong collaboration and compound influence.

Network Building

Enter a rare global network — multi-sectoral, invitation-only, and designed for lifelong collaboration and compound influence.

Knowledge Transfer

Gain and share proprietary insights from operators, policy thinkers, and allocators across global centers of excellence.

Knowledge Transfer

Gain and share proprietary insights from operators, policy thinkers, and allocators across global centers of excellence.

Selection Criteria

THE IDEAL FELLOWS

We seek catalytic individuals poised to shape the next era of capital, innovation, and global influence. 256 Fellows are not defined by titles or portfolios alone — but by intent. We are looking for those who:

Lead with perspective

Whether in venture, family capital, climate, frontier tech, or governance — you bring depth and direction.

You’re not just solving problems — you’re designing better futures.

Build for impact

You value curiosity, discretion, and the cross-pollination of bold ideas.

Thrive in uncommon rooms

You want to learn from others as much as you want to shape them.

Contribute to a shared edge

Selection Criteria

THE IDEAL FELLOWS

We seek catalytic individuals poised to shape the next era of capital, innovation, and global influence. 256 Fellows are not defined by titles or portfolios alone — but by intent.