What weβre about
Startup Grind is the largest independent startup community, actively educating, inspiring, and connecting entrepreneurs globally.
The cornerstone of our global community are monthly events featuring successful local founders, innovators, educators and investors who share lessons learned on the road to building great companies.
Founded in Silicon Valley, Startup Grind has helped millions of entrepreneurs build their businesses, connect with strategic partners, and secure funding.
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Upcoming events (3)
See all- Startup (Coffee) Grind at The Yard: GowanusThe Yard: Gowanus, Brooklyn, NY
Join us in-person back in Brooklyn at The Yard: Gowanus for the August edition of Startup (Coffee) Grind on Wednesday, August 7.
This midday gathering for early-stage founders and stakeholders is a chance to ditch your work-from-home routine and engage with fellow makers and builders.
Free to attend. Swing by anytime between 11:00am and 1:00pm to chat with peers over coffee and a bite to eat. βπ©
You'll have a chance to meet members of the Startup Grind team and other entrepreneurial connections. No agenda or speakers. Just casual coffee and conversation with peers to share insights, experiences, and strategies for building your idea. π‘
Our hosts at The Yard are offering a free day pass for attendees who want to stick around and get work done in the afternoon.
Agenda
- 11:00 AM: Come-and-go coffee chats with fellow entrepreneurs
Local Partner: The Yard
The Yard is a coworking space at the intersection of innovation, creativity, design, & play -- with locations in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Philly, and DC -- with a variety of shared and private workspace options.***
See our full lineup of events supporting the startup community here:
https://www.startupgrind.com/new-york-city/ - Pitches and Pints: Startup Grind Happy Hour Showcase - AugustThe Yard: Herald Square, New York, NY
Remember when pitching was fun? No battles or competitions, no celebrity VCs, no make-or-break stress.
We're bringing back low-pressure pitch events for early-stage startups that just need to get their ideas out into the world and hear constructive feedback from fellow founders in the trenches.
Hosted in collaboration with The Yard coworking community, this event offers a platform for startups to share ideas, gather feedback, and connect with fellow founders.
THIS REGISTRATION IS FOR HAPPY HOUR AND TO **VIEW** THE PITCHES.
π Date: Thursday, August 15
π Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
π Venue: The Yard: Herald Square
π Sign up here to pitch: https://forms.gle/A7LsswmLwwrQi3Jh7Begin with happy hour drinks while mingling with fellow founders and members of The Yard. The spotlight soon shifts to five emerging startups who will take the stage to pitch their visions.
This is not a competition -- it's an opportunity for founders to showcase their projects, exchange insights, and receive constructive feedback from founder peers.
Whether you're a startup enthusiast, an industry professional, or a curious mind, Pitches and Pints will be an engaging and inspiring afternoon to celebrate entrepreneurship, foster connections, and toast the spirit of innovation.
PITCH FORMAT
- Pitch - 5 minutes
- Audience Q&A - 5 minutes
- Pitch deck is required
See our full lineup of events supporting the startup community here:
https://www.startupgrind.com/new-york-city - Founder Drinks RoundtableUrbanspace Union Square, New York, NY
We're putting the "happy" back in "happy hour" -- without the eye-rolls of formal presentations, high-stakes pitches, or waiting to get approved. π
Because networking events should be fun, especially on a Friday.
Join Startup Grind on Friday, August 23 at Urbanspace near Union Square for Founder Drinks Roundtable. We'll chat and laugh and maybe even solve for AGI (or at least be convinced that we have).
Urbanspace offers a variety of food options, seating areas, and a hidden outdoor beer garden. They've even got games like Jenga and chess if you're feeling competitive.
Whether you're an early-stage startup, a seasoned entrepreneur, or someone passionate about innovation, the Founder Drinks Roundtable provides a relaxed and inclusive environment to foster connections and celebrate the entrepreneurial spirit.
Agenda
- 5:00 PM: Happy Hour - Come and go as you please. Look for Startup Grind table signs.