Peer Mentorship for Hardware Founders
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Hardware Founders Initiative
Global IoT Spending was $742B in 2020
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Peer network of 600+ founders
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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 driving innovation in hardware and IoT
Join 600+ Startup Founders
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.
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.
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.
Behind the Curtain: Insiders Guide to Investors
April 24 @ 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm EDT Behind the Curtain: Insiders Guide to Investors
Tired of the “spray and pray” approach to startup fundraising? Join us on April 24 for an evening designed to pull back the curtain and provide a rare glimpse ... Read More
at First Citizens BankStartup Scaling on a Budget with Erin Fulton
April 25 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am PDT Startup Scaling on a Budget with Erin Fulton
Join Erin Fulton, an entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in the healthcare space, as she shares her inspiring startup journey in a Founders Network global keynote on ... Read More
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 & BrewhousefnBike 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 BikefnHike 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
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Past events
Tech Startup Fundraising: Mastering the Pitch with Financials & Forecasts
April 23 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PDT Tech Startup Fundraising: Mastering the Pitch with Financials & Forecasts
Did you know that only 10% of startups succeed in securing funding? Even with a fantastic idea, a significant challenge for many founders is making a strong impression on ... Read More
fnHike with Los Angeles Chapter – Mount Wilson Trail
April 21 @ 8:00 am - 7:00 pm PDT fnHike with Los Angeles Chapter – Mount Wilson Trail
Come join the fnLA Chapter leaders and other founders on a Sunday morning hike! Everyone is invited! Meeting point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/o2R5Cm49biivoe9z6 Time: 09:30am – 1:00 pm PT (3 hour hike) ... Read More
at Mount Wilson TrailTo Raise or Not to Raise? 2024 Fundraising Learn & Mingle
April 17 @ 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm PDT To Raise or Not to Raise? 2024 Fundraising Learn & Mingle
Join us for an engaging evening of insights and networking brought to you by Founders Network SV and Nordic Innovation House. 📅 Date: April 17th ⏰ Time: 5:30 PM ... Read More
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Partners
Weathering the Storm: How to Prepare Your Startup for a Recession
The startup world thrives on innovation and calculated risks. But even the most brilliant ideas can struggle during an economic downturn. As whispers of a recession grow louder, a recent …
Equity Refresh: A Powerful Tool for Startup Talent Retention
Attracting and retaining top talent is crucial for startup success. With a constant battle for skilled employees, founders need to get creative with their compensation packages. Stock options and equity …
Bootstrapping vs. Fundraising: The Ultimate Guide to Financing Your Startup
The vast majority of startups rely on internal funding sources to get off the ground. According to the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation’s report, personal savings, loans, and revenue are the …
Startup Compensation and Hiring Get a Reality Check in 2024
Remember the days of hyper-growth, seemingly endless funding rounds, and throwing fistfuls of equity at every talented recruit who walked through the door? Those days are on hold. According to …
Startup Funding for Black Founders Plummets in 2023
The year 2023 witnessed a stark reversal of progress for Black entrepreneurs in the venture capital landscape. After a period of heightened awareness and pledges of increased support following the …