Peer Mentorship for eCommerce Founders
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eCommerce Founders Initiative
U.S. eCommerce sales grew 43% in 2020, reaching $840M
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Personalized onboarding with Lead Mentor
Peer network of 600+ founders
Pitch practice with Tier 1 VCs
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Global and local founders-only forums
Trusted Partner Directory
Exclusive Founders Network events
Connect with one of the world’s largest invitation-only founder communities
Meet experienced and knowledgeable startup leaders solving some of the biggest challenges in eCommerce
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This is my first startup, and Founders Network provided honest feedback and support at every critical stage, from product-market fit to financial forecasting. It turned what could have been a scary experience into a fun and productive one.
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.
Building a Marketplace Giant: Flywheel’s Journey to $835 Million
July 31 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am PDT Building a Marketplace Giant: Flywheel’s Journey to $835 Million
In 2014, Patrick Miller co-founded Flywheel Digital, a cloud-based platform that revolutionized how brands sell across online marketplaces. Fueled by a strategic vision, Patrick and his team bootstrapped Flywheel ... Read More
fnChicago Chapter Summer Happy Hour
July 31 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm CDT fnChicago Chapter Summer Happy Hour
Join Founders Network members in Chicago for a Summer Happy Hour. You’ll have the opportunity to connect with your fellow chapter members, discuss startup challenges, and celebrate recently achieved ... Read More
at Moe’s Cantina – River NorthBeyond Billions: The Serial Entrepreneur’s Journey with Henrik Werdelin
August 13 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am PDT Beyond Billions: The Serial Entrepreneur’s Journey with Henrik Werdelin
From his early days spearheading award-winning digital products at MTV to co-founding BarkBox, a company that revolutionized the pet care industry, Henrik Werdelin has worn many hats throughout his ... Read More
Virtual Meet and Greet
August 14 @ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm PDT 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
The Entrepreneurial Operating System for Startups with Meryl Simmons
August 20 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am PDT The Entrepreneurial Operating System for Startups with Meryl Simmons
Many founders find themselves pulled in a million directions, often juggling product development, fundraising, team management, and everything in between. In a webinar for Founders Network on August 20, Meryl ... Read More
Past events
Startup Idea Validation: The Value of Being Your First Customer
July 25 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am PDT Startup Idea Validation: The Value of Being Your First Customer
When Itziar Diez-Canedo and her sister Maite co-founded Via, they set out to build a U.S.-based company with a team of engineers in Mexico City. As they navigated the ... Read More
Virtual Meet and Greet
July 24 @ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm PDT 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
Building a Fintech Disruptor: A Fireside Chat with Vishal Garg
July 16 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am PDT Building a Fintech Disruptor: A Fireside Chat with Vishal Garg
When Vishal Garg founded Better.com in 2015, he wasn’t just launching a mortgage company – he was embarking on a mission to revolutionize an entire industry. Frustrated by the ... Read More
Partners
Entrepreneurial Operating System for Startups: Boost Growth and Efficiency
As a tech startup founder, you’re constantly juggling multiple responsibilities, from product development to team management and fundraising. In this fast-paced environment, founders often lose focus and get overwhelmed. That’s …
VC Investment Landscape 2024: What Founders Must Know to Secure Funding
As a startup founder navigating the complex VC investment landscape in 2024, understanding current trends is crucial for your success. At the start of the third quarter of 2024, the …
$4.2 Billion Invested: Robotics Startups See Funding Surge
2024 is proving to be a banner year for robotics startup funding. From workplace robots to surgical technologies and even humanoids, developers are securing significant capital to bring their visions …
The Missing Piece: How to Find the Perfect Technical Co-founder for Your Startup
According to studies, startups with well-rounded teams, often including a technical co-founder, tend to be more attractive to investors. Why? Because a technical co-founder brings not just the coding skills …
Funding Your Startup in 2024: A Guide to US Programs
Securing funding is a critical step in launching your startup and turning your innovative idea into a thriving business. This guide will equip you with the knowledge to explore the …
