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Peer Mentorship for Marketplace Founders



Marketplace Founders Initiative

Whether you’re selling consumer products or B2B services, the Marketplace Founders Initiative brings together founders driving microentrepreneurship and the new economy. We provide full-lifecycle support to emerging marketplace startups, from user acquisition to fundraising.
MarketPlace

Consumers ppent $2T on online marketplaces in 2019
- Digital Commerce 360

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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
Marketplace Founders Leadership Committee

Meet experienced and knowledgeable startup leaders driving marketplace innovation

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Rakesh Routhu
Co-Founder & COO at Aerologix
Aerologix
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Montana Butsch
Founder, Spotivity
Spotivity

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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!
David Cramer
Founder of Sentry
Founders Network provides flexible benefits that were a perfect for me as an early-stage founder. I highly recommend this community to any entrepreneur looking for long-term support, concrete help and a place to feel at home.
Neha Sampat
Founder of Contentstack
Great opportunity to focus, hone in on your business plan and go-to-market strategy, and to meet, collaborate and network with folks also in the midst of launching a startup. I’m very grateful to this community.
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

Partners

Equinix

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 …

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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 …

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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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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 …

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