Founders Network wants to help write more success stories in the Washington DC startup ecosystem. Based in Silicon Valley, Founders Network is a globally connected community of passionate Founders looking to help each other. As DC’s Founders find their fit next to the traditional nature of D.C., they can always find a helping hand as a member of Founders Network.
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The startup culture in Washington D.C. has a unique feel being in the Nation’s Capital. Surrounded by politics, startups still made for 4 out of every 100 new businesses surfacing in the city according to the D.C. Policy Center. Local startup incubator 1776 has provided a place for local entrepreneurs and also showcased the potential growth and success that can come from the local area. Washington D.C. is an excellent choice for new startups.
Founders Network is based in San Francisco, just 45 minutes north of the valley and was built with the Silicon Valley startup founder in mind. At Founders Network, we know that a robust network of other founders is an essential part of any successful tech founder’s startup playbook. Our mentorship program is designed to support our members throughout their startup journey and accelerate their success.
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Upcoming Events
August 19, 2025
Beyond the Idea: Elad Ben Meir on Building a Thriving Startup
What separates startups that thrive from those that fail? According to Elad Ben Meir, success isn’t just about having…
September 11, 2025
Smart Scaling: Lessons on Customer Discovery & CEO Involvement
In this session, Vincent Martinez, co-founder of Nanoleq, a Swiss-based smart textiles company specializing in stretchable electronics for health…
June 25, 2025
Windward’s $270M Exit: Market Choice & Content Strategy Lessons
In this session, we’ll hear from the founder of Windward, a pioneering maritime AI company that uses satellite technology…
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