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Startup Founder 101 brings together aspiring and experienced tech entrepreneurs to discuss, meet, and collaborate to build great new startups, and to push the local startup ecosystem forward.

This group hosts numerous free events throughout the year where you can learn the best practices of starting a company from people who have been there and done that. You’ll have the opportunity to meet local founders and investors, exchange ideas with experts, get feedback on your idea, participate in startup workshops, and more.

Typical startup event topics include:
• Coming up with a strong startup idea
• Startup legal basics
• How to pitch your startup
• Starting a company without quitting your day job
• How to raise funding for your startup
• And much more!

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Upcoming events (4+)

Co-Founder Networking: Find a Business Partner, Online

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One of the most difficult yet important steps in founding a startup is building a great Co-founder team. While many founders may start alone, there are multiple benefits of having a Co-founder, and taking the time to establish a quality team can mean the difference between failure and success. Join us for this fun and interactive online event in Silicon Valley where you will learn best practices for finding and formalizing a Co-founder. In addition, you will have the opportunity to network with others looking for a Co-founder through fun group networking, and one-to-one sessions.

It is not required, but to get the most out of this co-founder networking event, we recommend that you come ready for live video networking and prepare by visiting our Guide to Find a Co-Founder . You can also use this Co-Founder Networking Worksheet prior to joining the event.

To access all of the networking features of this webinar, please join using Chrome or Firefox from a desktop or tablet, or download the Airmeet Mobile App.

❯ Who Should Attend

  • Anyone who is launching or thinking about launching a Silicon Valley startup
  • Anyone looking for a co-founder and/or looking to learn about building a co-founder relationship
  • Anyone interested in finding opportunities with startups

❯ What is the Agenda

  • Introduction
  • Short presentation on best practices for finding and formalizing a Co-founder
  • Group and one-to-one speed networking with others looking for a Co-founder

❯ What Will You Accomplish

  • Meet startup enthusiasts and experts from around the world
  • Shortlist individuals that can be a Co-founder

❯❯ This is a live, interactive online event, so be sure to RSVP at https://fi.co/startupwebinar/16190 to receive the Zoom URL to join us live!

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Learnings from Building a Fast-Growing Edtech Startup

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Good product management practices enable startups to build and deliver awesome products. At this practical webinar, learn the latest tools and techniques that your company can use to develop a first-class tech solution. Our guest speaker, Sefunmi Osinaike, comes from a product management background in large companies like Apple and Microsoft, but is now building his own edtech startup, which taught him tons of real-life lessons. Join us to hear his personal hands-on experience, ask questions, and network with other entrepreneurs.

❯ What You'll Learn:

  • How to map out lean product management strategy
  • How to use data to test and develop your product
  • How to collaborate with designers, software engineers, and marketers efficiently

❯ Featured Speakers:

  • Sefunmi Osinaike - Co-founder at Co.Lab: Sefunmi, Forbes 30 Under 30, is the Co-Founder of Co.Lab, an online school that empowers and prepares career switchers for success within the tech industry. Co.Lab specializes in facilitating collaborative, hands-on product development experience for product managers, designers, and software engineers to gain real-world experience. Sefunmi, who started his career as a product manager at companies such as Apple and Microsoft, is also the author of How to Product—a book on transitioning into product management from outside the industry.

❯❯ This is a live, interactive online event, so be sure to RSVP at https://fi.co/startupwebinar/16473 to receive the Zoom URL to join us live!

Pitch Lounge: Practice Pitching Your Business Idea to Startup Experts

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Get actionable, instant feedback on your startup

To launch a great startup, it is critical to get feedback on your ideas from entrepreneurs who have been there and done that. First, you'll learn the best practices for creating a concise and compelling elevator pitch. Then, you will have the opportunity to share your pitch with other entrepreneurs, advisors, and investors at virtual tables for instant feedback. Even if you don't want to share your pitch, you can still join to hear other startup ideas and witness how the experts review a pitch.

❯ What You'll Learn:

  • How to give a concise yet compelling elevator pitch
  • What investors are looking for in a startup pitch
  • Specific advice and feedback on your pitch and startup ideas

❯ To get the most out of this Pitch for Feedback event:

  • Come ready for live video networking
  • Prepare by starting with your one-sentence pitch. See how it's done using our Madlibs format
  • Fill out our Elevator Pitch Worksheet

To access all of the networking features of this event, please join using Chrome or Firefox from a desktop or tablet, or download the Airmeet Mobile App.

❯❯ This is a live, interactive online event, so be sure to RSVP at https://fi.co/startupwebinar/16215 to receive the Zoom URL to join us live!

How to Build a Community for Your Startup

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Learn the best growth tactics from leading experts

A sustainable community is a valuable asset that will help your startup grow its influence. This inspiring event is designed for entrepreneurs who would like to elevate their marketing efforts and create a sense of belonging around their business idea. Our guest expert, Helen Huang, will share her experience, along with practical tips for building a community that supports and advocates for your startup. Join us to hear her insights and engage in a global networking session afterward!

❯ What You'll Learn:

  • How does a community empower a startup
  • Best practices for building trust and loyalty among your community members
  • How to measure the impact of your community-building efforts and adjust your strategy accordingly

❯ Featured Speakers:

  • Helen Huang - Co-founder of Co.Lab: Helen helps people reach their dream careers in tech, by facilitating project-based collaborative learning. Charged with extensive product experience, she actively speaks about product management, tech, and career shifts.

❯❯ This is a live, interactive online event, so be sure to RSVP at https://fi.co/startupwebinar/16456 to receive the Zoom URL to join us live!

Past events (220)

Why VCs Invest in Immigrant Startup Founders

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