Calling all Chicago tech founders 📣 Join us for a summer happy hour hosted by our fnChicago Chapter. Network with like-minded entrepreneurs, share your startup journey, and discover new opportunities. Whether you're celebrating a recent milestone or seeking advice on your next steps, this is your chance to connect with the Chicago tech community. Register: https://hubs.la/Q02Hj3kg0 #tech #startup #networking #chicago
Founders Network
Professional Training and Coaching
San Francisco, California 9,323 followers
Lifelong Success through Peer Mentorship. Founders Helping Founders®: over 600+ fulltime tech founders.
About us
We know what it's like to try to go it alone as a founder, because we've been there. Since 2011, FN has curated a generous, authentic, and inclusive community of tech founders and catalyzed millions of “founder helping founder” moments. We've helped thousands of tech founders answer the questions, build the relationships, and gain the perspective they needed to move faster. Today Founder's Network is 600+ global members strong with over $30B raised, collectively. Members are located in San Francisco, New York City, Los Angeles, Vancouver, Toronto, London and other tech hubs.
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External link for Founders Network
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- Professional Training and Coaching
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- 2-10 employees
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- San Francisco, California
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- Privately Held
- Founded
- 2011
- Specialties
- Professional Association, Mentorship, and Tech Startups
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San Francisco, California, US
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Curious about the hot operating system everyone's talking about? Join us on August 20 for a webinar on the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS), a structured framework that helps startups streamline operations, align teams, and accelerate growth. In the webinar, EOS implementer Meryl Simmons will detail why EOS is gaining traction among startups and provide an intro to the framework. Founders will learn how to: -Simplify and craft your vision to gain alignment -Get more of the right things done so you can move faster -Implement a simple and clear structure that drives accountability -Facilitate effective communication Register at the link in the comments 👇 #tech #startups #entrepreneurship #eos
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Great insights from our Founder and CEO Kevin Holmes on his fireside chat with Better Founder Vishal Garg 👇
Reflecting on my chat with Better Mortgage Founder Vishal Garg earlier this week: What struck me most was his raw honesty about his journey. Vishal's story began with a simple frustration - the painful process of getting a mortgage. It's funny how our biggest annoyances can lead to the most impactful ideas. For those unfamiliar, Better.com is a digital-first homeownership company that's revolutionizing the mortgage industry. Once valued at $7.7 billion, Better has streamlined the traditionally complex and time-consuming process of getting a home loan, making it faster, more transparent, and more accessible through innovative technology and a customer-centric approach. Vishal had conviction in his idea early on. He invested $2M to purchase the 'better.com' domain, a bold move that not only showcased his confidence and strategic thinking, but also serves as a powerful reminder to entrepreneurs about the long-term value of strong branding. What really resonated was Vishal's candor about the challenges. Better experienced the whirlwind of 900% growth during the pandemic, followed by the harsh reality of mass layoffs. He didn't shy away from discussing his missteps, especially in handling those layoffs. It's a stark reminder that rapid success doesn't shield us from difficult decisions or mistakes. Through it all, Vishal kept coming back to his core purpose - making home buying accessible. It seems that's what anchored him through the highs and lows. Left me thinking - how do we stay true to our mission when faced with unexpected growth or sudden setbacks? And how can we learn to lead with more empathy, especially during tough times?
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We love facilitating these intimate events for our members. Thanks to our fnLA leadership team for all their efforts to bring founders together. Want to join us next time? 👉 See if you qualify for membership: https://fndrs.net/3NT3xyV
🌟 This week, we had our first in-person Founders Network LA Chapter #mastermind since the pandemic, and it was a tremendous success! It was amazing to meet fellow members in person despite LA infamous traffic. It was worth every minute. The event was FN member-only, ensuring a trustworthy environment where founders could openly share their challenges and engage in peer-to-peer discussions. This way we fostered innovative solutions and smooth ideas flow in the collective brainstorming. A special thank you to Moon Cho, a long-time FN member, for graciously hosting us at her beautiful home in Orange County. Another big thank you to Mateo Calderon-Arnulphi M.D., who shared his invaluable experience in customer interviews, providing us with unique #insights. The FN LA Chapter leadership team is dedicated to making these practical and valuable meetups happen every month. DM me if you want me to keep you in the loop. 🌟 Looking forward to seeing everyone at the next event! 🚀
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Ever wondered what happens to serial entrepreneurs after building a billion-dollar company? Find out on August 13 in a fireside chat with BARKBOX, INC. Co-Founder Henrik Werdelin. The chat will cover: -The concept of entrepreneurship as a career -How to navigate the in-between time and redefine your purpose -Strategies for staying relevant in the ever-evolving startup ecosystem 🔗 Register Here: https://hubs.la/Q02G5vDc0 #tech #startups
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Don't miss our fireside chat with Better Founder and CEO Vishal Garg 👇
💬 Join Better Founder and CEO, Vishal Garg, at the next Founders Network Virtual Roundtable for a Fireside Chat with attending investors, executives, and startup innovators on Tuesday, July 16 at 9:30AM PST/12:30PM EST. Vishal will share his journey building a leading online mortgage originator and transforming it into a publicly traded company with over $100 billion in mortgages funded. Are you a founder or investor? We hope to see you there! Click the link below to sign up: https://lnkd.in/eZuJqegM #Innovation #TechLeadership #FintechRevolution #BetterHomes #MortgageInnovation #BetterInsurance #DigitalHomeownership #Innovation #HousingWire Better Mortgage Corporation | NMLS #330511
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Want to validate your startup idea? Join Justworks VP and Via.work Co-Founder Itziar Diez-Canedo for a July 25 webinar on startup idea validation. In this webinar, you'll learn: -How to test & validate your startup idea -How to identify & address unmet customer needs -How to overcome entrepreneurial challenges 🔗 Register Here: https://hubs.la/Q02CVBgm0 #tech #startups #webinar
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Don't miss our webinar on how to ace your sales demos 👇
10 ways to f*ck up a demo: 1. Schedule the call for an hour; talk for 45 minutes straight 2. Start with an “About Us” slide that includes your entire founding story, investors and client logos 3. Start with the login page 4. Give an entire product tour; repeat the exact same tour on the next demo 5. Use the same examples every time 6. End with “any questions?” 7. End with 4 minutes left in the meeting 8. Conclude each section with “Does that make sense?” 9. Ask no other questions (you already covered that in discovery, right?) 10. Assume that the goal of the demo meeting is to show the prospect a demo If any of these hit a litttttle too close to home, worry not! I got you 🙂 I’m teaming up with Founder's Network on July 9th to share all the keys to running a great SaaS demo. 🫖 will be SERVED! Register at the 🔗 in comments ------------------- Enjoyed this post? Click here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gVU57dyv to hit follow & ring my 🔔 for more
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🙌 Congrats to fnSilicon Valley Chapter Leader Sophie Alcorn on being named a 2024 Woman of Influence by the Silicon Valley Business Journal! Sophie's dedication, leadership, and vision have been instrumental in shaping the entrepreneurial landscape in Silicon Valley. Her tireless efforts to support and empower founders have made a profound impact on our community. Great to see our members come together to support her. #siliconvalley #startups
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Congrats to fnMember Dave Goulden and Fundshine
Introducing: #FundedFriday! Every Friday, we will feature a recently funded company. This week, we welcome Fundshine to the MinervaFund portfolio! Fundshine has a mission to improve the lives of people living paycheck-to-paycheck using the power of AI. Learn more about this incredible company at https://www.fundshine.com/ #FundedbyMinervaVerse