From Visionary to Credible Founder.Investor‑Ready in 8 Weeks.
I'll build your working prototype, validate the market, and hand you the business and manufacturing roadmap.
So you can confidently pitch investors and bring your product to market.
The Gap Between a Great Idea and a Real Product
You're an expert in your field, and you've identified a clear market need. The challenge isn't the idea; it's bridging the technical gap to turn that idea into a market-ready product.
The Technical Black Box
You don't need to be an engineer, but you face the challenge of navigating a process you can't oversee. This leads to critical questions without clear answers:
- How do I vet suppliers and avoid costly mistakes?
- Is my design optimized for manufacturing (DFM)?
- How do I manage the Bill of Materials (BOM) without overspending?
The Integration Risk
Hiring individual freelancers for hardware, firmware, and enclosures creates a system with no single point of responsibility. The result is predictable:
- The software developer blames the hardware schematic.
- The hardware engineer blames the software.
- You're caught in the middle, accountable for a product that doesn't work.
The Investor Credibility Gap
Investors fund plans, not just ideas. Without a technical co-founder, you face a wall of skepticism and a predictable set of questions you can't answer:
- "Do you have a functional prototype?"
- "What will the Bill of Materials cost per unit?"
- "Who are your manufacturing partners?"
The Standard Development Path:
For founders without a technical partner, the typical result is an 18+ month timeline, over $50,000 in sunk costs for non-viable prototypes, and a missed market opportunity.
Hey, I'm Chris Parker
I'm a professional Embedded Systems Engineer with a B.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering. I started my career designing test and measurement equipment for a multi‑billion‑dollar tech company and I bring that rigor to founders who want to move fast without breaking everything.
Over the last 7+ years I've designed and delivered electronics for first‑time founders, venture‑backed startups, and large corporations. I handle the full stack: schematic, PCB, firmware, and enclosures — even the software UI and backend. When you work with me, you get a partner who builds, not a coordinator who delegates.
I've seen too many brilliant ideas die in development hell because founders tried to juggle multiple freelancers or went with the cheapest option. I created this accelerator to give you the same level of engineering rigor that billion‑dollar companies demand, but compressed into 8 weeks.
8‑Week 1:1 Product Accelerator
I partner with you to validate your idea, build an investor‑ready prototype, and hand you the business and manufacturing roadmap.
- Go from visionary to credible founder with proof in hand
- A clear, proven process and my track record
- Compress years of R&D into 8 weeks
- I do the technical heavy lifting; you focus on strategy
The 8‑Week Founder Roadmap
We don't just talk; we build. A done‑with‑you sprint from idea to investor‑ready.
Weeks 1–2: Foundation & Validation
Weeks 1–2: Foundation & Validation
We uncover your unfair advantage, define a specific customer and pain, and validate the problem–solution fit.
- Founder narrative and positioning
- Customer, problem, and unique solution definition
- Real‑world feedback loops
- Initial technical feasibility check
Outcome: Validated direction with evidence, not assumptions.
Artifacts:
Concise PDF with:
- Technical milestones and validation plan
- Early cost and timeline model
- Initial component/architecture options
- Production feasibility considerations
Weeks 3–6: Prototyping & Strategy
Weeks 3–6: Prototyping & Strategy
I lead development of a viable MVP while we build your marketing and business strategy in parallel.
- Complete schematic and PCB design
- Firmware development
- Enclosure design and 3D printing
- Component sourcing and assembly
- Weekly business strategy sessions
Outcome: Investor‑ready MVP and aligned GTM strategy.
Phases:
4–6 weeks of focused build:
Design & Architecture
Component selection, schematic, PCB layout, firmware architecture
Implementation
Firmware development and enclosure design
Testing & Refinement
Assembly, debugging, performance optimization
Weeks 7–8: Go‑to‑Market & Handoff
Weeks 7–8: Go‑to‑Market & Handoff
We finalize your GTM plan, BOM, and suppliers, prep the pitch, and hand you a working prototype.
- Finalized BOM and supplier list
- Investor pitch prep
- Prototype delivery ready for investor demos
Outcome: Investor‑ready prototype and complete roadmap.
Handoff Package:
Only 2–3 founders per cohort. Applications close September 15.
Compress Years Into Weeks
Typical hardware takes 1–2 years of R&D. We bypass the learning curve and de‑risk with systems — getting to a functional prototype in 8 weeks.
- The Standard Path: regulations, supplier vetting, endless debugging
- The Accelerated Path: proven patterns and vendors, focused execution
Low Effort for You
- Done‑for‑you engineering: schematic, PCB, firmware, enclosures
- Proprietary tools & templates speed design and validation
- Direct access to my vetted manufacturing pipeline
- Weekly 1:1s — you provide strategic input, I handle the build
Here's what you get
8‑Week 1:1 Founder Partnership & Coaching
Value: $15,000
Done‑For‑You Engineering & Prototyping
Value: $20,000+
Vetted Manufacturing Pipeline Access
Value: $5,000
Reusable Schematic Templates Library
Value: $3,000
AI Design Stack for Firmware & Software
Value: $4,000
Unlimited Access to AI Idea Validation Tool
Value: $2,500
Total Value: Over $49,500
But You Won't Pay $49,500...
Because I want to work with serious founders who are ready to move fast, I'm offering the Fall 2025 cohort at a fraction of the value:
One-time investment
Save over $39,500 compared to going it alone
This includes everything: the 8-week partnership, all bonuses, and my personal guarantee.
The Investor‑Ready Guarantee
If you complete the 8‑week program and don't have:
- ✓ A functional, investor‑ready prototype
- ✓ A finalized BOM with verified suppliers
- ✓ A clear path to manufacturing
I'll continue working with you for FREE until we get it done.
Your success is my success. Period.
Only 2 Spots Remaining
Fall 2025 Application Deadline:
September 15, 2024
I can only work with 2-3 founders per cohort to ensure quality results. Once these spots are filled, the next available cohort won't be until Spring 2026.
Secure Your Spot NowApply for the Fall 2025 Cohort
Application does not guarantee a spot • Closes September 15
There's a Better Way
What if you could skip the chaos and work with someone who's already built dozens of working prototypes and products?
Professional Engineer
B.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering, currently shipping products at a multi‑billion‑dollar tech company.
Proven Track Record
7+ years shipping electronics for first‑time founders, venture‑backed startups, and enterprise clients.
Full-Stack Builder
I handle everything: schematic, PCB, firmware, enclosures. One person, one responsibility, actual results.