Peer Mentorship for Media Founders
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Media Founders Initiative

Since 2014, U.S. companies have made $700B in media deals
- Deloitte

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 innovation in media
Join 600+ Startup Founders
Media can be a tough nut to crack, but the consistent, high-level feedback from Founders Network helped to sharpen my startup’s business plan and helped me to see problems as simply obstacles to overcome.
The perks alone make Founders Network worthwhile, but the personalized support and access to mentoring and useful introductions are what keep me coming back. Thank you, Founders Network!
Founders Network was exactly the sounding board I needed building my first startup, and why I eventually secured a lifetime membership, There’s simply no better community of passionate and dedicated 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.
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 Station
Past events
From 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
Building for the Buyout: How Manta Engineered Its Exit to IBM
December 9, 2025 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am PST Building for the Buyout: How Manta Engineered Its Exit to IBM
Tomas Kratky will share candid insights on go-to-market strategy, enterprise sales, and optimizing for a strategic exit. Some founders build for IPOs. Others build for freedom. In this fireside chat, ... 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 …







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