What we’re about
The Austin San Antonio Startup and Founder Club is a startup founder community based in Great Austin - San Antonio Corridor region, Texas
Follow us on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/austin-startups/
We are interested in the following topics:
- Real Estate ConTech / Construction Tech. PropTech, Real Estate FinTech
- Clean Tech / Solar Power
- HealthTech, FoodTEch, AgTEch
- Smart Manufacturing
- Web 3, NewTech
Video: youtube.com/c/FounderWorld
Startup Founder Showcase Series Upcoming speakers:
- Andrew Romans, Managing Partner, 7BC Ventures
- Anita Biddapp, Partner, BVA
- Antony Rallo, Angel Investor
- David Cao, Managing Partner, F50 Ventures
- **Han Shen, Managing Partner, iFly.vc**
- Jaleh Daie, Ph.D. Partner, Aurora Equity
- John Paulos, Board Chair, Center Texas Angel Network
- Liberty Madison, Tech Venture Studio
- LiveOaks Ventures
- Lisa Besserman, Investor Laura
- Lorek, CEO, SiliconHill News (TBC)
- Nikhil Choudhary, GP, Nirman Ventures
- Paul, Angel Investor
- Pavan Kumar, Partner | Founder, 3PM Ventures
- Sunthar Premakumar, Founding Partner, Rex
- Swapnil Vaidya, MD PhD, Central Texas Angels, Life Science Angels
Recap video of Startup Founder Bootcamp
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KdXre1yRCGs
Startup Founder Showcase Recap
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oxv-Riop96U
Austin Startup Founder Showcase in Austin, and online. The event is hosted by the Austin Startup Founder Club together with:
Startup Founder World (Online),
The Developer Network
F50 Elevate
We also organize the following tech of meetups:
- Startup Mixer
- Startup Founder Bootcamp
- Startup Talk
Austin Startup Founder Club’s home:
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/austin-startup/
Youtube: Video: http://youtube.com/c/FounderWorld
Please submit your Startup Founder Showcase application at https://founderworld.org/demo/apply/.
We had been hosting online events in the past. Check out the latest videos & recent speakers for Austin Startups and Investors:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLf42AXHM942NjkaH90-rTBfXRzRvwQe19
Startup Founder Showcase
Starting Oct 17, we will start to organize an offline Startup Founder Showcase meetup. In each of the Startup Showcase offline events, we will feature 1 or 2 investors or successful Startup Founders as speaker, and 4-6 earlier stage startups to present.
A group of judges composed of global leaders, investors, VCs, and successful entrepreneurs will select the one or two winners. The event is free to the founders.
Startup Founder World YouTube channel will host the video of the selected startup winner at its youtube channel, which has attracted over 200K views by founders, and investors. The startup will also receive free social media coverage from various channels and partners.
Nonlocal startups who have an interest in Austin Texas can showcase at the online Showcase on Oct 28 is powered by Startup Founder World, which has been organizing online and offline demo in Silicon Valley for more than 10 years. Startup Founder World is a global startup founder community rooted in Silicon Valley, has organized online / offline Startup Showcase / Demo over the last 10 years. Some of the past winners:
- BuzzAR raised $3M,
- AgriBody was acquired by Global Clean Energy Holdings in 2021.
- PhableCare raised $15M in 2021.
- Oculi (acquired by ),
- invi Messenger (acquired by Google)
- GameCube (Acquired by AirShip)
Here is the speaker / judge form (To submit your information): founderworld/sve/speaker-nomination/
Sectors
- PropTech / ConTech
- Clean Energy
- HealthTech
- Smart Manufacturing
- FoodTech / AgTech
Content format
- Keynote & Welcome Remark
- Speakers & Presentation
- Startup Pitch and Demo (4 minutes each, plus Q&A)
- Judge Feedback & Panel
- Winner Announcement
Speaker nomination: https://[founderworld.org](https://sve.io/demo/apply/)/sve/speaker-nomination/
Sponsorship: https://[founderworld.org](https://sve.io/demo/apply/)/sve/sponsorship/
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Hiking and Standing MeditationBrushy Creek Lake Park - Cypress Pavilion, Cedar Park, TX
Join us for rejuvenating morning of hiking and standing meditation! This social event is perfect for entrepreneurs and anyone seeking fresh air, mindfulness, and community. We’ll hike a scenic 3-mile round trip through Brushy Creek Regional Trail, immersing ourselves in nature’s beauty.
This event is cohosted with
- Austin Startup Founder Club
- North Austin Hiking Group
- Texas Real Estate Network
During the second half of the hike, we’ll pause for a 30-minute standing meditation practice, a powerful mindfulness technique. In this practice, you’ll maintain a standing tree posture while focusing on your breath, body sensations, or a point of concentration. Drawing from meditation and yoga principles, standing meditation enhances mental clarity, reduces stress, and promotes physical balance—ideal for busy entrepreneurs looking to manage stress and boost focus. It’s a versatile practice that fits easily into daily routines, requiring no prior experience. Learn more at Standing Meditation Guide.
Agenda:- 9:00 AM – Arrive and gather
- 9:10 AM – Introductions and group welcome
- 9:20 AM – Begin hiking (3 miles round trip, moderate pace, suitable for all levels)
- 10:45 AM – Standing Meditation group practice (30 minutes, guided session)
- 11:45 AM – Conclude hiking and wrap up
This event offers a unique blend of physical activity and mindfulness, fostering well-being and connection. No prior meditation or hiking experience is needed—just bring an open mind and a willingness to unwind!
What to Bring:- Comfortable hiking shoes
- Water bottle and a light snack
- Weather-appropriate clothing (check the forecast for April 26)
- Optional: A small mat or towel for standing meditation
This hiking is not for people who rarely exercise - it's medium difficulty. Hike at your own risk. Release of Liability: In consideration for being allowed to participate in this activity, on behalf of yourself and your next of kin, heirs and representatives, you release the organizer from all liability and promise not to sue its hosts and participants from any and all claims resulting in any physical or psychological injury, illness, damages, or economic or emotional loss you may suffer because of your participation in this activity.
- Hiking and Standing MeditationBrushy Creek Lake Park - Cypress Pavilion, Cedar Park, TX
Join us for rejuvenating morning of hiking and standing meditation! This social event is perfect for entrepreneurs and anyone seeking fresh air, mindfulness, and community. We’ll hike a scenic 3-mile round trip through Brushy Creek Regional Trail, immersing ourselves in nature’s beauty.
This event is cohosted with
- Austin Startup Founder Club
- North Austin Hiking Group
- Texas Real Estate Network
During the second half of the hike, we’ll pause for a 30-minute standing meditation practice, a powerful mindfulness technique. In this practice, you’ll maintain a standing tree posture while focusing on your breath, body sensations, or a point of concentration. Drawing from meditation and yoga principles, standing meditation enhances mental clarity, reduces stress, and promotes physical balance—ideal for busy entrepreneurs looking to manage stress and boost focus. It’s a versatile practice that fits easily into daily routines, requiring no prior experience. Learn more at Standing Meditation Guide.
Agenda:- 9:00 AM – Arrive and gather
- 9:10 AM – Introductions and group welcome
- 9:20 AM – Begin hiking (3 miles round trip, moderate pace, suitable for all levels)
- 10:45 AM – Standing Meditation group practice (30 minutes, guided session)
- 11:45 AM – Conclude hiking and wrap up
This event offers a unique blend of physical activity and mindfulness, fostering well-being and connection. No prior meditation or hiking experience is needed—just bring an open mind and a willingness to unwind!
What to Bring:- Comfortable hiking shoes
- Water bottle and a light snack
- Weather-appropriate clothing (check the forecast for April 26)
- Optional: A small mat or towel for standing meditation
This hiking is not for people who rarely exercise - it's medium difficulty. Hike at your own risk. Release of Liability: In consideration for being allowed to participate in this activity, on behalf of yourself and your next of kin, heirs and representatives, you release the organizer from all liability and promise not to sue its hosts and participants from any and all claims resulting in any physical or psychological injury, illness, damages, or economic or emotional loss you may suffer because of your participation in this activity.
