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.
SaaS Audit Red Flags: Lessons for Non-Technical Founders
June 25 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am PDT SaaS Audit Red Flags: Lessons for Non-Technical Founders
Designli’s Carlos Sanabria will share insights, best practices, actionable takeaways to keep your SaaS build on track & set up for success. Join Carlos Sanabria and the team from Designli ... Read More
Past events
fnMexico City Chapter Coffee Connect
June 12 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am 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 and our chapter partner, discuss startup ... Read More
at Libertario Coffee Roasters Puebla 280fnMexico City Chapter Spring Happy Hour
May 22 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm CST fnMexico City Chapter Spring Happy Hour
Join Founders Network members in Mexico City 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 MargotWhen To Scale Your Dev Team with Designli’s Felix Navas
May 14 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am PDT When To Scale Your Dev Team with Designli’s Felix Navas
Join a technical deep-dive webinar with Felix Navas, Director of Operations at Designli, as we explore practical strategies for building your MVP with modern development approaches. This session will ... Read More
Partners

Sales – From Scary to Systematic – ft Doug Slotkin, Zillow’s former VP of Sales
At Founders Network, we aim to ensure that each of our members walks away with at least five concrete, actionable strategies that they can use in their own startup marketing. …
The Founder Identity Trap: When Your Startup Becomes You
Chip Conley built a 52-hotel empire, hit rock bottom, and discovered the dangerous trap of attaching your identity to your company’s fate. His insights could save your startup—and your sanity.
Best Startup Events in Bay Area 2026: Your Ultimate Guide
The Bay Area startup ecosystem is more vibrant than ever in 2026. This comprehensive guide covers the year’s most valuable networking events, conferences, and pitch competitions.
Mastering the Art of Fundraising: Strategies Every Founder Should Know
Fundraising is one of the most pivotal—and often daunting—challenges for any founder. It’s not just about securing capital; it’s about building lasting relationships, telling your story, and positioning yourself as …
AEO for Startups: Answer Engine Optimization Guide
Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) is the next evolution of SEO, focusing on how AI chatbots and voice assistants find and present your startup’s content.







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