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Peer Mentorship for Hardware Founders



Hardware Founders Initiative

Whether you’re in consumer tech or industrial IoT, the Gaming Founders Initiative brings together founders building the future of hardware and IoT. We provide full-lifecycle support to gaming founders, from design and prototyping to supply chain and patents. 
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Global IoT Spending was $742B in 2020
- IDC

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

Meet experienced and knowledgeable startup leaders driving innovation in hardware and IoT

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Jake Vander Ploeg

The Good Drone Company Inc.

The Good Drone Company Inc.
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Ravi Kurani
Sutro ($10M Exit)
Sutro
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Garrett Temple
Novogiene
Novogiene
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James Aein
Enerza
Enerza

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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.
David Cramer
Founder of Sentry
Building hardware isn’t easy, and there’s little room for error in the process. Founders Network helped me to avoid rookie mistakes in building my first hardware product, and made the journey more enriching and fun.
Neha Sampat
Founder of Contentstack
Founders Network has become an integral part of my routine. In addition to all the material benefits (which saved me thousands of dollars in startup costs), the consistent feedback from the community made me more confident in my decisions.
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.

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How to Mitigate Risk and Attract Investors

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Tech Startup Fundraising: Mastering the Pitch with Financials & Forecasts

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Startup Founder Firsts: How to Secure a Co-Founder, Customers, and Cash with Tooraj Helmi

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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% …

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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 …

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