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Peer Mentorship for Gaming Founders



Gaming Founders Initiative

Whether you’re in augmented reality, game architecture or animation, the Gaming Founders Initiative brings together founders building the next generation of gaming companies. We provide full-lifecycle support to gaming founders, from sourcing talent to launch marketing and technical optimization.  
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2.7B Gamers Spent $160B in 2020
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  • Personalized onboarding with Lead Mentor

  • Peer network of 600+ founders

  • Pitch practice with Tier 1 VCs

  • Global and local founders-only forums

  • Trusted Partner Directory

  • Exclusive Founders Network events

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Founders Network Global Stats

Connect with one of the world’s largest invitation-only founder communities

$1B+
Total capital raised
$1.1M
average funding
600+
Global FN Members
50%
Serial Founders
100+
Global Events
Gaming Founders Leadership Committee

Meet experienced and knowledgeable startup leaders driving innovation in gaming

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Juan Vivas
Founder, Pixpel Trading Company SA de CV
Pixpel
Alan Wilson

Alan Wilson

Co-Founder, Tripwire Interactive

Tripwire Interactive

Leadership Positions Available

In Africa, there is a saying: 'If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.' The great thing about the Founder's Network is that it's not an either/or! We go together farther AND faster, and actually it's way more fun ;)
Alexandra Greenhill
Founder of Careteam
The fn community has been along for my journey through four startups including one dissolution, one major restructure, a successful exit and now a high-growth, funded SaaS company. Being a Founder is sometimes overwhelming and lonely. This community provides guidance and the lift you need when facing your most excruciating obstacles. More importantly, it's a community that genuinely celebrates your successes along the way!
Neha Sampat
Founder of Contentstack
Founding a business can be a lonely pursuit, but being surrounded by a like-minded community enriches the experience. Founders Network is a cadre who provides concrete perspective and insights. In my experience, it's just as enriching to me as a serial entrepreneur to see what and who is coming next, as it would have been to me years ago as a first-time founder to avoid (some!) rookie errors.
Lisa Shields
Founder of Fi Span

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Hiring and retention is critical for my startup, and thanks to Founders Network mentorship I’ve been able to think several steps ahead in a competitive where early mistakes can come back to haunt you.
David Cramer
Founder of Sentry
Founders Network has been a constant source of support in building out our business model, everything from monetization strategies to financial modeling for our latest round. I can’t overstate how helpful this community has been.
Neha Sampat
Founder of Contentstack
Founders Network has been a tremendous asset to my startup in strategy, operations, networking, infrastructure and more. I’ve made numerous connections whose feedback, input and encouragement has been invaluable in this process.
Charity Majors
Founder of Honeycomb

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.

Past events

  • fnHike with Los Angeles Chapter – O’Melveny Park

    April 28 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm PDT

    fnHike with Los Angeles Chapter – O’Melveny Park

      Come join the fnLA Chapter leaders and other founders on a Sunday morning hike! Everyone is invited! Meeting point: Parking lot – https://maps.app.goo.gl/2RTgt6BkKkn12XkA7 Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm PT  10:00-10:30 — Meet ... Read More

    at Los Angeles
  • fnBike Ride

    April 26 @ 9:30 am - 12:00 pm PDT

    fnBike Ride

      Come join other founders on a Friday morning ride! Everyone is invited! You’ll have the opportunity to connect with your fellow startup founders, discuss startup challenges, and celebrate recently ... Read More

    at Ornot Bike
  • fnDC Chapter Spring Happy Hour

    April 25 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm EDT

    fnDC Chapter Spring Happy Hour

      Join Founders Network members in Washington DC for a Spring Happy Hour. You’ll have the opportunity to connect with your fellow chapter members, discuss startup challenges, and celebrate recently ... Read More

    at BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse

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