The Founders Network Platform
Access real-time advice, trusted introductions, exclusive resources, and investor connections — all in one private platform built for full-time tech founders.
We continually invest in enhancing the Founders Network platform to meet the evolving needs of our founder community. From expanding our real-time forums to refining our investor and partner networks, every feature is designed to help you move faster, build smarter, and succeed at every stage of your startup journey.
Get Real-Time Advice When You Need It

Stage, Chapter, and Sector-Based Forums
Get targeted advice from founders who understand your specific challenges. Forums are Slack- and email-extensible, searchable across 12+ years of archives, and allow anonymous posting.

Evergreen Knowledge Library
Skip the guesswork with a curated library of proven startup resources, templates, and guides—built from over a decade of founder wisdom.
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Learn from the Best to Accelerate Your Growth

Stage, Chapter, and Sector-Based Forums
Access thousands of event recordings featuring successful founders, investors, and partners—delivering actionable insights you can immediately apply to your startup.
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Build Relationships That Drive Your Success

Member Directory and Direct Messaging
Find and connect with full-time tech founders who share your goals, stage, and industry focus.

Team-Facilitated Warm Introductions Double Opt-In Scale Plan and above
Get personally introduced to investors, advisors, partners, and founders—always with double opt-in, so every intro is welcomed and worth your time.

Investor Directory Access and Warm Intros Double Opt-In Scale Plan and above
Request introductions to active investors participating in our FN Investor Program. Every intro is double opt-in—connecting you with investors excited to meet you.
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Save Time, Save Money, Build Faster

Partner Directory and Startup Discounts
Access group discounts available to all members—and unlock premium discounts from top-tier startup partners as you advance to Scale and Lead plans.
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Stay Connected Wherever You Build

Web and Mobile App Access
Stay connected wherever you are, with full access via desktop web and a dedicated iOS mobile app.
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