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Founders Running Club :: Easy 5-10km Run + Talks

Founders Running Club :: Easy 5-10km Run + Talks

Sat, Aug 22, 4:30 PM
From Founders Running Club :: San Francisco
4.8

**Founders Running Club** (FRC) brings founders, investors, operators and creators together for weekly easy runs and networking. We like to be comfortable when we run and finish with coffee and more conversations. Choose your pace or follow a pacer—pets, friends, family, are welcome. ​​🗓️ Launched in San Francisco, July 16, 2022 🌍 Now in 60+ cities 📅 Running + Networking events + Community ​​Join the community [https://heylo.group/frc-sf](https://heylo.group/frc-sf) **​Follow us**: Instagram [http://instagram.com/foundersrc/](http://instagram.com/foundersrc/%EF%BF%BCPodcast) Podcast [https://podcast.foundersrc.com](https://podcast.foundersrc.com/) LinkedIn [http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/](http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/) Strava [http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC](http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC) Website [http://foundersrc.com/](http://foundersrc.com/) Chats [http://foundersrc.com/chats](http://foundersrc.com/chats)

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14 attendees
Founders Running Club :: Easy 5-10km Run + Talks

Founders Running Club :: Easy 5-10km Run + Talks

Sat, Aug 29, 4:30 PM
From Founders Running Club :: San Francisco
4.8

**Founders Running Club** (FRC) brings founders, investors, operators and creators together for weekly easy runs and networking. We like to be comfortable when we run and finish with coffee and more conversations. Choose your pace or follow a pacer—pets, friends, family, are welcome. ​​🗓️ Launched in San Francisco, July 16, 2022 🌍 Now in 60+ cities 📅 Running + Networking events + Community ​​Join the community [https://heylo.group/frc-sf](https://heylo.group/frc-sf) **​Follow us**: Instagram [http://instagram.com/foundersrc/](http://instagram.com/foundersrc/%EF%BF%BCPodcast) Podcast [https://podcast.foundersrc.com](https://podcast.foundersrc.com/) LinkedIn [http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/](http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/) Strava [http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC](http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC) Website [http://foundersrc.com/](http://foundersrc.com/) Chats [http://foundersrc.com/chats](http://foundersrc.com/chats)

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11 attendees
Startup Pitch Night SF | Builders for San Francisco

Startup Pitch Night SF | Builders for San Francisco

Fri, Sep 4, 1:00 AM
From Builders for San Francisco | Founders, Builders & Investors

Founders. Builders. Investors. One room. Join ambitious founders, engineers, operators, investors, and startup leaders for an evening of startup pitches, direct feedback, curated networking, and new connections in San Francisco. From the organizer behind a recent San Francisco startup event with 770+ registrations. IMPORTANT: Meetup RSVP does not guarantee admission to this event. Official registration and approval are handled separately through B4SF. Use the registration link in this event description to request access. [Request Priority Access](https://luma.com/4ireywo7?utm_source=meetup&utm_medium=community&utm_campaign=b4sf_sep3_priority)

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10 attendees
Founders Running Club :: Easy 5-10km Run + Talks

Founders Running Club :: Easy 5-10km Run + Talks

Sat, Sep 5, 4:30 PM
From Founders Running Club :: San Francisco
4.8

**Founders Running Club** (FRC) brings founders, investors, operators and creators together for weekly easy runs and networking. We like to be comfortable when we run and finish with coffee and more conversations. Choose your pace or follow a pacer—pets, friends, family, are welcome. ​​🗓️ Launched in San Francisco, July 16, 2022 🌍 Now in 60+ cities 📅 Running + Networking events + Community ​​Join the community [https://heylo.group/frc-sf](https://heylo.group/frc-sf) **​Follow us**: Instagram [http://instagram.com/foundersrc/](http://instagram.com/foundersrc/%EF%BF%BCPodcast) Podcast [https://podcast.foundersrc.com](https://podcast.foundersrc.com/) LinkedIn [http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/](http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/) Strava [http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC](http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC) Website [http://foundersrc.com/](http://foundersrc.com/) Chats [http://foundersrc.com/chats](http://foundersrc.com/chats)

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Founders, Investors & Talent Networking Mixer | San Francisco

Founders, Investors & Talent Networking Mixer | San Francisco

Thu, Aug 27, 2:00 AM
From Startup Networking & Founder Ecosystem | San Francisco
4.7

Join founders, investors and tech talent at this curated **startup networking event in San Francisco.** Meet ambitious builders, exchange ideas and discover new opportunities in a dynamic community environment. RSVP: [Use this link](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/startup-networking-san-francisco-founders-investors-talent-mixer-tickets-1987627020925?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true) Please note that RSVP is managed via Eventbrite to control attendee lists — don’t ignore it to avoid issues with on-site payment. **💡 Why This Event Is Different** Most networking events end with exchanged LinkedIn profiles. This one focuses on real conversations and real opportunities. We bring together founders, investors, engineers, operators and talent in a curated environment designed to create meaningful connections. Through interactive networking rounds, open conversations and pitch opportunities, participants can share challenges, exchange insights and build relationships that last beyond the event. 🤝 What to Expect * **Interactive Networking** Structured networking rounds where participants briefly introduce themselves, share current challenges and explore collaboration opportunities. * **Talent Corner** Recruiters and hiring managers can briefly share open positions, while engineers and operators can introduce their skills and interests. * **Startup Conversations** Open discussions about fundraising, product development, growth and startup challenges. **👥 Who Should Attend** • Startup founders • Investors and angels • Engineers and builders • Operators and product managers • Recruiters and HR professionals • Sales and business development professionals • Job seekers interested in startups • Newcomers to the San Francisco tech ecosystem

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San Francisco Co-Founder Matching: Find a Partner by Solving Real Problems

San Francisco Co-Founder Matching: Find a Partner by Solving Real Problems

Sat, Aug 29, 2:00 AM
From Startup Networking & Founder Ecosystem | San Francisco
4.7

Join founders, investors and tech talent at this curated **startup networking event in San Francisco.** Meet ambitious builders, exchange ideas and discover new opportunities in a dynamic community environment. **RSVP: [Use this link](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/san-francisco-co-founder-matching-find-a-partner-by-solving-real-problems-tickets-1996919678514?aff=oddtdtcreator)** **Please note that RSVP is managed via Eventbrite to control attendee lists — don’t ignore it to avoid issues with on-site payment.** You don't find a co-founder by reading a profile. You find one by working. Two hours next to someone shows you how they think, argue and cut scope. A profile shows you nothing. So we don't do matching — we do work, and the partnership question answers itself. 🧩 YOUR PROBLEM IS ON THE BOARD BEFORE YOU WALK IN After you book, you send us one line: the problem you're bringing. By the time you arrive it's already on the board with everyone else's. The room votes, the top problems get the tables — five people, twenty-five minutes each, one problem at a time. Two minutes to explain it. Three minutes of questions only. Eight minutes while the table works on it out loud and you turn your chair around and take notes — you don't defend, you don't explain, you write. Two minutes for what you're taking away. Halfway through there's a second vote, so the problems that didn't make the first round get their turn. By the end you've worked shoulder-to-shoulder with eight to ten people. That's a filter no profile gives you. 🎯 NOBODY LEAVES WITH NOTHING Before we scatter, the host asks one question out loud: who still doesn't have an answer? Every hand gets the room's attention — and someone in it has the contact you need. 🤝 MUTUAL MATCHES ONLY You mark the people you'd build something with. We connect you only when both sides say yes, within 48 hours. No cold intros, no lists, no awkward follow-ups to people who weren't interested. 📋 ONE THING IS REQUIRED BEFORE YOU COME A three-minute form in our [Mini App](https://ascentvalley.com/community "https://ascentvalley.com/community"): your problem in one line, some context, how long it's been unresolved. Only submitted problems make the board and the vote. 👥 WHO'S IN THE ROOM Solo founders looking for a technical or commercial partner · engineers and builders who want to co-found, not take a job · product and GTM operators ready for zero-to-one · founders with a team who came to unstick something. Hosted by Andrey Krylow. He greets every guest at the door, seats you at the right table, and makes the introductions — nobody stands alone at this event. WHAT'S GUARANTEED: a curated room, two working sessions, mutual matches within 48 hours. WHAT WE DON'T PROMISE: a co-founder by the end of the evening, or a room full of investors. What we promise is the working session that tells you who's worth a second conversation. Three rules, said out loud in sixty seconds: what's said here stays here · we share experience, not advice · moving to another table mid-session is normal. Registration required. Check-in through the Ascent Valley Mini App inside Telegram: everyone you meet stays saved, matched and reachable after tonight. Ascent Valley — a founder and investor ecosystem across 21 cities. [IDEA → PROCESS → RESULT.](https://ascentvalley.com "https://ascentvalley.com")

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Frequently asked questions

Founder Groups on Meetup focus on connecting business founders for networking, sharing experiences, and growth in various industries.

Use Meetup's search feature to explore groups by entering 'founder' and setting your location to San Francisco. Results will display relevant events.

Founder meetings often involve networking, discussions, and talks on entrepreneurship, challenges, and opportunities in the business world.

Yes, you can join multiple groups to broaden your connections and gain varied insights across different founder networks in San Francisco.

Joining groups and attending some events can be free, but certain events might have fees. Check each event's details for specific information.

Absolutely, many founder groups cater to solo entrepreneurs, focusing on topics like growth strategies and overcoming business challenges alone.

RSVP by selecting the event and clicking the RSVP button. Ensure your commitment, as spaces could be limited and organizers appreciate accurate counts.

Yes, once you’ve joined a group, you might be able to propose events. Each group may have different rules, so check the specific group's guidelines.

While not guaranteed, these groups often attract diverse attendees, including potential mentors, partners, or investors interested in new ventures.

Frequency varies by group. Some have regular weekly or monthly meetups, while others meet less often. Check individual groups for their schedule.

Meetup supports various interests and not just business. Focus on group selection to align with specific networking goals relevant to founders.

Yes, both online and in-person meetups are available, especially due to flexibility during current hybrid work trends.

While Meetup facilitates connections, it does not guarantee business contracts. Success relies on active participation and networking efforts.

If a specific founder group doesn’t exist, you can consider starting a new one to tailor to unmet needs or join virtual groups until a local one forms.

Attendance can vary based on the group and event type. Popular and well-advertised events tend to have higher attendance.