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San Francisco Startup Mentor Programs
Post 2008, San Francisco has eclipsed Silicon Valley proper to become the new epicenter of tech startup activity. San Francisco is everything you’d expect from the tech capital of the world. Office rent and housing costs are sky-high, the city is bustling, and there are more startup events on any given evening than you could possibly attend. Because San Francisco is so startup focused, it is one of the best places to meet co-founders, investors, hire talent, and learn how to run an effective high-growth company.
Founders Network, headquartered in San Francisco, sits in the heart of it all. Serving as a connection within the city and to the rest of the world, Founders Network provides a mentorship program that removes geographical limits for its founders. San Francisco members can operate with a network of global support behind them.
Mentorship from select San Francisco founders
Gain Access To:
Peer mentorship program with fellow tech founders
Global, stage and local founder forums
Pitch practice with tier 1 vc’s
Proactive support and introductions from staff
Biannual global conferences
Accelerator grade discounts
Exclusive local Founders Network events
Connecting San Francisco Founders with each other and the Founders Network community.
FN’s most valuable asset is the community‚ All the founders on the network are always willing to schedule time to help a fellow founder out or make a quick introduction to their own network.
The thing that I value the most about Founders Network is that I can get advice from a vetted group of entrepreneurs who have faced or are facing the same challenges as me. With the ability to follow specific threads, mute others, and post/reply directly from my email inbox, my questions get answered fast by founders who know what they’re talking about.
The staff of founders network have a sincere desire to help startup founders. I really appreciate the open, transparent philosophy that Founders Network expects from its members.
Local Leadership Team
Each Founders Network Chapter has an appointed Chapter Leadership Team. Made up of founders who have chosen to volunteer their time, they are on deck to give advice, facilitate events, and lead the growth of the Chapter.
Leadership Positions Available
Events
Peer Advisory Roundtables
Thought Leadership Keynotes
Happy Hours
Virtual Pitch Practice Ft. Tier 1 VC’s
Virtual Office Hours Ft. Tier 1 VC’s
Upcoming events
There are no upcoming events at this time.Past events
The Drivers and Barriers of Startup Growth
September 13, 2018 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm PDT The Drivers and Barriers of Startup Growth
“Life is growth. You grow or you die.” Phil Knight, Founder, Nike Are you the founder of a tech startup? Join fellow founders and investors at our Annual Growth Panel ... Read More
at The VaultFounder Panel: Scaling into 2019
February 7, 2019 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm PST Founder Panel: Scaling into 2019
At Founders Network, we believe that no one is more qualified to give founders advice than other founders. That is why our panels feature founders who have achieved noteworthy scale, ... Read More
at Google LaunchpadfnSF Fireside Chat ft. Shaloo Garg – Managing Director, Microsoft for Startups
April 9, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm PDT fnSF Fireside Chat ft. Shaloo Garg – Managing Director, Microsoft for Startups
Join fellow founders, partners, and investors to discuss the impact of AI/ML on the Global economy, society, and philanthropy in an interview format ft. Shaloo Garg. Build relationships during happy ... Read More
at Microsoft Reactor SFfnSF Fundraising Lunch
June 19, 2019 @ 11:30 am - 2:30 pm CDT fnSF Fundraising Lunch
Join founders in SF for a deep dive into early-stage fundraising. Hosted by the Women’s Fundraising Committee, this lunch will include access to the Early Growth Financial Services team as ... Read More
Workshop ft. Startup Sales Coach Kevin Ramani
September 4, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm PDT Workshop ft. Startup Sales Coach Kevin Ramani
Join fellow founders, partners, and investors for a workshop featuring Kevin Ramani. Kevin is a startup sales coach. He has helped hundreds of founders build world-class sales organizations by helping them ... Read More
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How to Create a Winning Pitch Deck
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Building Your Capital Stack with Micah Baldwin
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Leadership in a Downturn with Marqeta Founder Jason Gardner
Marqeta founder and CEO Jason Gardner discusses what founders and executives need to do in a recession, and how to make sure your startup emerges stronger on the other side. …
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Starting Up in Mexico with Deborah Dana
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Reopening for Business Post-COVID
A Founders Network panel shares practical tips on reopening your workplace after COVID-19 lockdown, managing and securing the right talent, and preparing your startup for a post-pandemic revival. Pandemics may …