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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.\
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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.\
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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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Join the group to be invited to our next event!
Próximos eventos (4+)
Ver todo- Ask an Investor Anything: Q&A with Sonam VelaniSolo los asistentes pueden ver el enlace
Do you want to ask questions to startup investors about fundraising in a friendly, judgment-free environment? Are you looking to raise funding in the future, and want to learn what investors look for and how they evaluate potential investments? Then join us for this live, interactive Q&A event featuring Sonam Velani, Co-Founder & Managing Partner, Streetlife Ventures. Don't miss this opportunity to expand your network and ask in-depth questions - Register now!
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❯ What You'll Learn:- Key metrics and pre-requisites for raising funding
- How to make yourself more attractive to investors
- The best ways to source different funding resources such as Angel investors, Venture Capitalists, grants and loans
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❯ Featured Speaker:- Sonam Velani - Co-Founder & Managing Partner at Streetlife Ventures - A mission-driven leader bridging capital, policy, and technology, she has led multi-billion-dollar investments in climate infrastructure, affordable housing, and inclusive economic growth across roles at Goldman Sachs, the World Bank, Zipline, and the NYC Mayor’s Office. With deep expertise in structuring complex deals and building public-private partnerships, her work spans global markets; from financing the largest U.S. transit agency to deploying medical drones in Africa. Her career is dedicated to tackling systemic inequities and aligning innovation with long-term impact.
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❯❯ This live, interactive online event promises valuable insights! Ensure your participation by RSVPing now at 👉 https://fi.co/startupwebinar/19119 to receive the link to join us live! - Pitch Your Ideas to Guadalajara Investors & Experts, OnlineSolo los asistentes pueden ver el enlace
Do you have a startup, or a strong idea for a startup? On this live and interactive online event you can pitch your ideas to a panel of Mexico City startup investors and experts for ratings and feedback, and no formal pitch deck is needed. Even if you don't want to pitch, you are invited to hear startup ideas and watch how the experts analyze business ideas.
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❯ Guest Speakers include:- Fabiola Borquez (Senior Product Manager, Scotiabank)
- Stefan Scharnagl Villarroel (Founder, SEED)
- Brenda Hernandez (CHRO, TUL)
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❯❯ To pre-submit your pitch, visit this link.
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Additional Information:
To prepare, start with your one-sentence pitch. See how it's done using our Madlibs format.
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❯ What You'll Learn:- How to give a concise, yet compelling, elevator pitch
- What investors are looking for in a startup pitch
- If selected, specific advice and feedback on your pitch and startup ideas
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❯❯ This is a live, interactive online event, so be sure to RSVP at https://fi.co/e/374201/meetup to receive the Zoom URL to join us live! - Best Practices on Building Innovation Hubs for Universities & CollegesSolo los asistentes pueden ver el enlace
Join our event to gain a comprehensive blueprint for launching and enhancing world-class startup programs. Designed for higher education leaders, faculty, and program managers, this session provides actionable best practices for fostering innovation on campus. We will explore how to build essential infrastructure, design impactful curricula, secure diverse funding streams, and leverage powerful mentorship networks. You will leave equipped with the strategies and tools needed to create a dynamic environment that enhances your institution's reputation, drives economic growth, and empowers the next generation of entrepreneurs to succeed.
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❯ What You'll Learn:- Learn to establish the pillars of a successful startup ecosystem, including accelerators, venture funds, and centralized innovation hubs.
- Discover best practices for creating action-oriented curricula and leveraging alumni networks to provide continuous guidance and support.
- Master a range of funding strategies, from non-dilutive grants and pitch competitions to institutional venture funds and corporate partnerships.
- Understand how to forge international partnerships
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❯ Featured Experts:- Daniel Francavilla - Innovation Partner & marketing advisor, strategist at Daniel Does Consulting
- Bianca Diosdado - Innovation Partner & Founder & CEO at ITRADE Innovations
- Vincent Perez - Strategic Advisor & Innovation Partner at Founder Institute
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❯❯ This live, interactive online event promises valuable insights! Ensure your participation by RSVPing now at 👉 https://fi.co/startupwebinar/19274 to receive the link to join us live!
