Funders and Founders

​Private drinks event for a small group of tech founders, entrepreneurs, VCs, angel investors in New York. This event requires 'approval' before you are added to the guest list. We will email you if you've been accepted to attend.

⚠️ **Postponed: New Date – March 3rd (Same Time & Location)** Raising venture capital is not the only path to building a successful startup, and many founders need to grow their business to a meaningful stage before outside capital is even an option. . **Join Founder Institute for an in-person session focused on bootstrapping and seedstrapping as practical strategies for early-stage companies. Carolyn will share real-world lessons on funding your growth at the earliest stages, and how these approaches can strengthen your position whether you continue to bootstrap or eventually raise venture capital.** Founders will also have the opportunity to share what they're building and receive concrete, practical ideas for funding their business. After the event there will be informal networking. . **❯ About the Keynote Speaker: Carolyn Katz Co-Founder of Paddling Furiously** Carolyn Katz is the co-founder of **Paddling Furiously**, a peer-driven community for founders focused on building sustainable, real businesses through shared experience and practical insight. She has deep experience working with fast-growing companies, from early-stage startups to public multinationals. . **❯❯ This is an in-person event, so be sure to RSVP at [https://fi.co/e/381905/meetup](https://fi.co/e/381905/meetup) to secure your spot and receive further details.**

**Join Primewise Founders Club's exclusive networking session where visionary entrepreneurs connect, collaborate and create magic together.** **What Makes This Special:** * Strategic partnerships: Collaborate with fellow founders on new ventures. * Scaling discussions: Exchange ideas on growth and market expansion. * Investment opportunities: Be the first to discover promising startups. * Expand your influence while contributing to the startup ecosystem. * A supportive community: Celebrate wins and overcome challenges together. **Date**: 21st February, 2026 **Time**: 12:00 PM TO 1:30 PM(EDT) **Format**: Online/Hybrid **Limited to**: 20 High-Impact Entrepreneurs **Early Bird Bonus: 5 Early Birds will get a chance to win premium membership to the Founders Club and exclusive access to our Founders'** **WhatsApp community** Register Now: [[https://forms.gle/nrALDspooQEm6iBo7](https://forms.gle/nrALDspooQEm6iBo7)] [Filling the form is a must] **Join Our Ecosystem:** 1\. Register for the event 2\. Join our LinkedIn community 3\. Get access to our exclusive WhatsApp group 4\. Connect with fellow members 5\. Start growing together\! **Contact Us:** Website: [[https://primewiseconsulting.com/primewise-founders-club-us/](https://primewiseconsulting.com/primewise-founders-club-us/)] Email: [[foundersclub@primewiseconsulting.com](http://foundersclub@primewiseconsulting.com/)] LinkedIn: [[https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14589245/](https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14589245/)] To your entrepreneurial success, Primewise Founders Club Team

**👉 NO RSVP ON MEETUP. [Complete your RSVP here](https://luma.com/e6obcay2) in order to attend.** Most startup advice is for the start. **This isn't that.** If you're past the existential founder stage and are deep in the execution grind, then this is your room. **🕴️Who This Is For** You've crossed the Rubicon. You've moved beyond product-market fit. Now you're worry about whether that technical debt will collapse the system, or whether you can trust what's being reported up to you. **🫷 Hard Requirements** * **$3M+ ARR** (*or equivalent GMV/run rate for marketplace/transactional models*) * **OR $10M+** raised from institutional investors * **You manage managers**. Not just direct reports. * **Full-time commitment.** This is your career, not an experiment. **You MUST [complete your RSVP here](https://luma.com/e6obcay2) in order to be considered for attendance.** If you're still founder-led selling, pivoting your core value prop, or managing everyone directly, you're not there yet. **That's not a judgment.** It's just a different phase with different problems. **🏨 What This Actually Is** No panels. No pitches. No sales speeches. 24 experienced founders in a closed room at the **[National Arts Club](https://www.nacnyc.org/)**, a 126-year-old private members club on Gramercy Park where real conversations happen behind closed doors. **The kind of place where you can admit you have no idea** how to compensate a sales team, or that you're about to fire the co-founder who got you here. Together, **we'll solve your operational bottlenecks** through direct experience-sharing, brutal honesty about what failed, and introductions to people who've been through it. **📈 Stage Homogeneity, Industry Heterogeneity** The group is **stage-specific** (*Series A/B, scaling phase*) but **sector-agnostic** (*Fintech, SaaS, Proptech, D2C... doesn't matter*). You need peers who are feeling the same structural breaks right now. Not people ahead of you giving theoretical advice. Not people behind you asking you for help. **🏆 What You Walk Away With** * Specific solutions to your current bottlenecks (*or the people who can provide it*) * A network of founders who understand the isolation of scaling. New peers that you can text when you're about to make a terrible hiring decision * Permission to reject the standard **Manager Mode** advice and build something that actually works **You MUST [complete your RSVP here](https://luma.com/e6obcay2) in order to attend.** **🕰️ Details** * **Date:** Friday, March 6th, 12:00 - 2:00 PM * **Location:** The National Arts Club, Gramercy Park, Manhattan * **Size:** 24 seats (*strict cap*) * **Cost:** $100 (*includes lunch and bar*) * **Dress:** Business casual (*it's a members club, but we're not trying that hard*) **📝 Application Required** We're vetting for stage alignment and operational reality. If you're reading this and thinking "*I'm not sure I qualify,*" then you probably don't yet... and that's okay. But if you're reading this and thinking "*Finally, someone gets it!*" then apply now. **📲 Know someone who fits?** Forward this. The value of the room increases with the quality of the people in it. **You MUST [complete your RSVP here](https://luma.com/e6obcay2) in order to attend.**

**Every Wednesday evening.** Move into a relaxed peaceful state at the end of your day that will help prepare you for a good night's sleep. The meditation is guided using breath, sound and visualization to reconnect you with your own energy and shift from the active part of your day into an expanded and restful state of consciousness. Meditation is available in studio only. Please register and pay before hand using the link below to ensure a spot and confirm there have been no schedule changes. [https://www.urbansoulsyoga.com/book-yoga-class](https://www.urbansoulsyoga.com/book-yoga-class) $12 Looking forward to seeing you!

**✨ To join this event, please make sure to book your ticket here 👉 [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1978256246687?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nyc-fintech-networking-mixer-for-startups-entrepreneurs-and-investors-tickets-1978256246687?aff=oddtdtcreator)** **Spaces are limited, and only registered guests with a ticket will be able to attend. Don’t miss out!** FinTech Connect: Premier networking mixer crafted for FinTech startups, investors, and entrepreneurs. FinTech Connect is the quintessential networking event for start-up founders and investors looking to forge valuable connections in the dynamic entrepreneurial landscape. Set in a sophisticated venue in the heart of the city, this event provides the perfect backdrop for both emerging entrepreneurs and seasoned investors to meet, exchange ideas, and explore potential partnerships. The evening will feature **casual yet focused networking**, **1-minute elevator pitches**, and plenty of opportunities to meet future collaborators, co-founders, clients, or supporters. **Event Highlights:** **1-Minute Elevator Pitches** – Founders, startups, and professionals can briefly introduce themselves and what they’re looking for (e.g. clients, partners, investment, services) **Networking:** The evening is dedicated to open, free-form networking, allowing participants to engage in meaningful discussions and form connections at their own pace. **Informal Conversations:** Relax and chat over cocktails and canapés in a laid-back environment that’s conducive to open and engaging exchanges. **Who Should Attend:** * **Start-Up Founders:** Entrepreneurs looking to expand their network, find mentorship, or simply get inspired by like-minded individuals. * **Investors:** Venture capitalists and angel investors interested in meeting emerging talent and discovering innovative business ideas in an informal setting. * **Business Enthusiasts:** Individuals passionate about the FinTech start-up ecosystem and eager to connect with key players in the industry. **Why Attend:** At Fintech Connect, you’ll have the opportunity to expand your professional network in a setting that emphasizes personal interaction and organic connections. This mixer is an ideal platform for start-up founders and investors to find mutual interests, allowing for natural relationship-building that can lead to fruitful collaborations. Attending means: * **Expanding your network** with people who work in your industry and speak your language * **Meeting potential collaborators, clients, or partners** you wouldn’t come across in your daily routine * **Sharing your story** in a relaxed and welcoming environment where everyone’s here to connect * **Learning what others are building** and gaining insight into emerging trends across wellness, beauty, fitness, and health * **Building visibility and credibility** by being part of an active, forward-thinking business community **Registration:** Secure your spot early as attendance is limited to preserve the quality of interactions. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to network with the movers and shakers of the start-up world in an exclusive, relaxed setting. **Register now - space is limited to 50 attendees only!** **P.S. Click Follow for future event alerts!**

Reading the existentialists for the last few months we have heard Dostoevsky's name come up many times. For this reason, it seems fitting to dive into the novella by Dostoevsky for a week before transitioning back to philosophy of science. It has also been pointed out to me that there are parallels between the main character in Notes from the Underground and the main character in Nausea. So we may want to specifically note these parallels to add to our discussion for this week. Participants should read the entire reading before attending this in person meeting. I will be reading from this version [here](https://www.amazon.com/Underground-Vintage-Classics-Fyodor-Dostoevsky/dp/067973452X) and a free copy can be found [here](https://www.gutenberg.org/files/600/600-h/600-h.htm). \*\*\*We will be meeting in the Oyster classroom for this discussion\*\*\* For questions please send me a message or post to meetup. Best, Brian