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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.
Riding the Waves: How to Spot and Seize Market Opportunities
January 9, 2025 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am PST Riding the Waves: How to Spot and Seize Market Opportunities
Join us on January 9 for a keynote presentation featuring Henri Moissinac, the co-founder and CEO of Tier Dott, a leading European micro-mobility company. With a wealth of experience ... Read More
Transitioning an EdTech Organization from Non-Profit to VC-Backed
January 16, 2025 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am PST Transitioning an EdTech Organization from Non-Profit to VC-Backed
Dive into a discussion with Mallory Dwinal-Palisch, an entrepreneur transforming education through innovative solutions. With a track record of founding three impactful organizations, including two non-profits and a VC-backed ... Read More
From $500M Exits to Transforming Freight: The Journey of Zvi Schreiber
February 6, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 10:30 am PST From $500M Exits to Transforming Freight: The Journey of Zvi Schreiber
Explore the journey of Zvi Schreiber, a British-Israeli entrepreneur reshaping the tech landscape as the Founder and CEO of Freightos, the leading marketplace for the trillion-dollar international freight industry. ... Read More
Raised $70M and Exited: Why Product-Market Fit Outweighs Early VC Pursuit
March 6, 2025 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am PST Raised $70M and Exited: Why Product-Market Fit Outweighs Early VC Pursuit
Tom Coburn, co-founder of Jebbit, will share his entrepreneurial journey from dropping out of Boston College in 2013 to building Jebbit into the world’s first declared data platform. Jebbit ... Read More
Ethical Dilemmas, 7x Revenue Growth, and a Successful Exit in 3D Printing
March 18, 2025 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am PDT Ethical Dilemmas, 7x Revenue Growth, and a Successful Exit in 3D Printing
Building a startup is often glamorized, but what happens when things don’t go as planned? Blake Teipel, co-founder and former CEO of Essentium, Inc., will pull back the curtain ... Read More
Past events
Virtual Meet and Greet
December 17 @ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm PST Virtual Meet and Greet
From MVP to market leader, every stage of your tech startup journey presents unique obstacles. Join our virtual meet and greet to discover how Founders Network can connect you ... Read More
fnChicago Chapter Holiday Party
December 11 @ 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm CST fnChicago Chapter Holiday Party
Join us for the fnChicago Chapter Holiday Party! Celebrate another year of founders helping founders with fellow Founders Network members, investors, and partners at this year’s in-person holiday party! ... Read More
at Moe’s Cantina – River NorthFrom Fortune 500 to MarTech Startup: Raising $52M and Exiting to Webflow
December 10 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am PST From Fortune 500 to MarTech Startup: Raising $52M and Exiting to Webflow
Join us for a fireside chat with Guy Yalif, Co-founder and CEO of Intellimize, an AI-driven platform that raised $52 million to transform website personalization. Guy will discuss his ... Read More
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 …
