San Diego Startup Community
As San Diego continues to grow into a global startup hub, Founders Network is proud to provide their Founders and startups with a global support network. With a mission to help startups grow, our Silicon Valley-based company provides our members with unparalleled resources and networks. We are a mentorship program that is designed to work with local startup ecosystems, like San Diego’s, to promote learning and foster connections.
Nominee Preview Q&A
A live Zoom for nominated founders: how Founders Network works, what happens next, and open Q&A.
Upcoming San Diego events
No San Diego events open to guests are on the calendar right now. The Nominee Preview Q&A above is the best way to meet us, or browse every upcoming Founders Network event.
Our Local Leadership Team
Leadership positions are open for this chapter. Members interested in leading can apply here.
The San Diego startup scene
San Diego’s startup ecosystem was valued at $105 billion for 2023 to 2025 in Startup Genome’s Global Startup Ecosystem Report 2026, more than four times the global average of $25 billion.
Seed and Series A funding totaled $4.5 billion over the same period, against a global average of $554 million, and exits reached $32 billion from 2021 to 2025. The region is best known for biotech and life sciences companies.
Founders Network in San Diego
Founders Network is a peer mentorship community for tech startup founders. Members get mentorship from other founders, chapter events, and introductions to investors and founders across a global network.
The San Diego chapter is run by volunteer member leaders, who are listed on this page. Members in the area meet at chapter events.
Frequently asked questions
Is San Diego a good place to start a startup?
Startup Genome valued the San Diego ecosystem at $105 billion for 2023 to 2025, well above the $25 billion global average, with $32 billion in exits from 2021 to 2025.
How much early-stage funding do San Diego startups raise?
Seed and Series A funding totaled $4.5 billion for 2023 to 2025, against a global average of $554 million.
How do I meet other founders in San Diego?
Founders Network runs chapter events in San Diego, led by volunteer member leaders. Upcoming events are listed on this page.
What startup events are in San Diego?
Upcoming chapter events, including the Nominee Preview Q&A, are listed above on this page.
How do I join Founders Network in San Diego?
Founders Network is selective and membership is by invitation. You can request an invitation, and the team reviews each request.
Get an invitation to the community.
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