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Trusted Partner Directory
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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.
Startup Lessons and Growth Strategies: Essential Insights for Founders
November 20 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am PST Startup Lessons and Growth Strategies: Essential Insights for Founders
Building a startup is equal parts discipline, resilience, adaptability, and vision. In this session, we’ll share the bearings we gain as first-time founders — from getting an early product ... Read More
Boost Dev Velocity: Without Breaking Things with Carlos Sanabria
December 4 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am PST Boost Dev Velocity: Without Breaking Things with Carlos Sanabria
Struggling to move fast and keep quality intact? You’re not alone. Join us for a live session tailored for all the vibe‑code‑curious founders out there. We’ll dig into real ... Read More
Building for the Buyout: How Manta Engineered Its Exit to IBM
December 9 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am PST Building for the Buyout: How Manta Engineered Its Exit to IBM
Tomas Kratky will share candid insights on go-to-market strategy, enterprise sales, and optimizing for a strategic exit. Some founders build for IPOs. Others build for freedom. In this fireside chat, ... Read More
Expand Your Leadership Capacity – Understanding Reactive Tendencies
December 10 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am PST Expand Your Leadership Capacity – Understanding Reactive Tendencies
As a founder, how you lead under pressure can make or break your team’s performance. In this interactive session, Farah Hussain — former PayPal operator and now a certified ... Read More
Past events
Lessons from the Founder Behind DoubleClick (Google) and Graphiq (Amazon)
November 6 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am PST Lessons from the Founder Behind DoubleClick (Google) and Graphiq (Amazon)
Kevin O’Connor’s career is a masterclass in resilience, vision, and the power of spotting mega-trends before they take hold. With over 30 years of experience as a founder, Kevin ... Read More
Founder Night Out: In-Person Startup Networking in Chicago
November 5 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm CST Founder Night Out: In-Person Startup Networking in Chicago
If you have a startup idea or a growing company and you want to expand your network in Chicago, then join us for the in-person ‘Founder Night Out’ event. ... Read More
at The Yard Fulton Market – Coworking ChicagoFounder Night Out: In-Person Startup Networking in Chicago
October 23 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm CDT Founder Night Out: In-Person Startup Networking in Chicago
If you have a startup idea or a growing company and you want to expand your network in Chicago, then join us for the in-person ‘Founder Night Out’ event. ... Read More
at Moe’s Cantina – River North
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 …



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