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Meet experienced and knowledgeable startup leaders driving innovation in hardware and IoT
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Founders Network helped me take my startup from the idea phase to a fully operationalized, profitable business. Members are generous in sharing lessons learned, which is so helpful for hardware founders.
Upcoming Events
During COVID, we’re making our virtual events available to healthtech founders everywhere. Register for a complimentary ticket to learn from fellow founders, investors and partners. Already used your free guest pass? Request an invite to see if you qualify for membership.
Amplifying Success: Guy Nirpaz on Creating Winning Strategies
December 4 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am PST Amplifying Success: Guy Nirpaz on Creating Winning Strategies
Join us for an insightful discussion with Guy Nirpaz, founder of Totango and current CEO of Perspective AI, who successfully raised $146 million to drive innovation in the Customer ... Read More
fnMiami Chapter Holiday Party
December 4 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm EST fnMiami Chapter Holiday Party
Join us for the fnMiami Chapter Holiday Party and socialize with your fellow entrepreneurs, get inspired, and toast to your achievements! Join us for the fnMiami Chapter Holiday Party! Celebrate ... Read More
at LaPlayaMIACrossing Borders: Minna Technologies’ Acquisition by Mastercard
December 5 @ 9:00 am - 10:30 am PST Crossing Borders: Minna Technologies’ Acquisition by Mastercard
Engage with Joakim Sjöblom, an accomplished entrepreneur with a diverse, international journey. He launched his startup in Sweden, achieving 300,000 downloads—an impressive 3% adoption rate among the Swedish population—with ... Read More
From Fortune 500 to MarTech Startup: Raising $52M and Exiting to Webflow
December 10 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am PST From Fortune 500 to MarTech Startup: Raising $52M and Exiting to Webflow
Join us for a fireside chat with Guy Yalif, Co-founder and CEO of Intellimize, an AI-driven platform that raised $52 million to transform website personalization. Guy will discuss his ... Read More
fnChicago Chapter Holiday Party
December 11 @ 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm CST fnChicago Chapter Holiday Party
Join us for the fnChicago Chapter Holiday Party! Celebrate another year of founders helping founders with fellow Founders Network members, investors, and partners at this year’s in-person holiday party! ... Read More
at Moe’s Cantina – River North
Past events
Fireside Chat with Demetri Karagas: Building a Healthcare Startup Giant
November 20 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am PST Fireside Chat with Demetri Karagas: Building a Healthcare Startup Giant
Join us on November 20 for a virtual fireside chat with Demetri Karagas, co-founder of Thirty Madison, the healthcare company behind popular brands like Keeps, Cove, and Nurx. With ... Read More
Storytelling Ideation and Story Mapping for Founders with Joanna Furlong
November 19 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am PST Storytelling Ideation and Story Mapping for Founders with Joanna Furlong
The stories you and your leadership team share are critical to establishing credibility and authority in your industry. You should be confidently sharing stories, reflections, customer interactions, and observations ... Read More
Virtual Meet and Greet
November 13 @ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm PST Virtual Meet and Greet
From MVP to market leader, every stage of your tech startup journey presents unique obstacles. Join our virtual meet and greet to discover how Founders Network can connect you ... Read More
Partners
Tech Startup Fundraising: Mastering the Pitch with Financials & Forecasts
For founders, mastering the art of pitching and understanding financials is crucial for tech startup fundraising. Without it, you risk missing out on potential funding and failing to convey your …
Startup Founder Firsts: How to Secure a Co-Founder, Customers, and Cash with Tooraj Helmi
Feeling uncertain about securing the right co-founder, customers, and funding for your startup? For startup founders, navigating this initial stage of building a business can be daunting. Finding the right …
Startup Shutdowns Reach New Heights as Funding Crunch Bites
Startup shutdowns reached a new peak in the first quarter of 2024. According to data from Carta, a staggering 254 companies closed their doors in Q1. This represents a 58% …
5 Bookkeeping Tips for Startups
Bookkeeping might not be the most exciting part of running a startup, but it’s essential for growth and success. By understanding financial basics, utilizing the right tools, and making informed …
How To Account for Equity and Fundraising in Startup Bookkeeping
Have you ever wondered how you should navigate startup bookkeeping when it comes to equity and fundraising? Understanding these dynamics is helpful for startups managing their financials. This article explores …
