Peer Mentorship for Marketplace Founders
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Marketplace Founders Initiative
Consumers ppent $2T on online marketplaces in 2019
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Personalized onboarding with Lead Mentor
Peer network of 600+ founders
Pitch practice with Tier 1 VCs
Discounts on hosting and services
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 driving marketplace innovation
Join 600+ Startup Founders
Founders Network has been a tremendous resource. We benefited from deals, pitch help and other content, personalized mentoring, and introductions to potential investors. Great investment!
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
fnMexico City Chapter Coffee Connect
March 13 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm CST fnMexico City Chapter Coffee Connect
Join Founders Network members in Mexico City for a networking over coffee. You’ll have the opportunity to connect with your fellow chapter members, discuss startup challenges, and celebrate recently ... Read More
at Blend StationFrom Dot Com Lessons to $100M in Revenue: The Founder Journey of Jeff Ready
January 15 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am PST From Dot Com Lessons to $100M in Revenue: The Founder Journey of Jeff Ready
Across three decades and multiple companies, the founder’s journey is rarely linear, and Jeff Ready’s career proves it. From navigating the dot com collapse to early-stage exits, and ultimately ... Read More
Expand Your Leadership Capacity – Understanding Reactive Tendencies
December 10, 2025 @ 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
Partners
Wade Foster built Zapier to $5 billion in valuation with just $1.4 million in VC
Wade Foster turned a startup weekend idea into a $5 billion automation empire, proving that extraordinary outcomes don’t require Silicon Valley playbooks or massive venture rounds.
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 …
