Founders Network

Join us on April 3 for an exclusive virtual fireside chat with Ravi Sandepudi, co-founder and former CEO of Effectiv. Discover how he scaled a lean team of 25 to $4.5M ARR and led a $136M exit to SoCure. Ravi will share the hard-earned lessons from his transition from technical expert to CEO, building trusted teams, and scaling a security tech startup in a highly competitive market. ????April 3, 2025?| ?? 9:30 - 11:00 am PDT? RSVP here ?? https://hubs.la/Q03drLSs0 #TechFounders #StartupLife #ScaleUp #FounderJourney #Entrepreneurship #FoundersNetwork

Elevate Your Brand at fnIRL 2025! We're offering exclusive sponsorship opportunities for fnIRL 2025, taking place on?May 8th?at the scenic General's Residence in Fort Mason Center, San Francisco. Align your brand with a community of over 600 global tech founders who have collectively raised more than $5B. As a sponsor, you'll gain: **Direct exposure to a targeted audience of tech innovators **Opportunities to showcase your products or services **Enhanced brand visibility within the startup ecosystem Learn more about our sponsorship packages and how you can be part of this transformative event. Sponsorship Opportunities:?https://hubs.ly/Q0378C-40 #fnIRL2025 #FoundersNetwork #Sponsorship #TechCommunity #BrandVisibility

I got to speak at Founders Network today! My favorite chart to share with early founders: Airtable, Slack, Notion, and Figma all took 2+ yrs to PMF. Building something new takes time, enjoy the journey.

We're thrilled to announce that registration for fnIRL 2025 is now open! Join us on May 8th at the historic General's Residence in Fort Mason Center, San Francisco, for a day dedicated to exploring Fundraising in a Shifting Landscape. Secure your spot now and take advantage of our early bird pricing, available for the next two weeks. Whether you're a seasoned investor seeking high-growth opportunities or a founder eager to crack the fundraising code, this conference offers the chance to unlock actionable insights on the latest trends, and forge critical connections with potential partners Register here: https://lnkd.in/e5DtxdKc #fnIRL2025 #FoundersNetwork #EarlyBird #TechFounders #PeerMentorship

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For early-stage startups, getting revenue in the door is one of the biggest challenges. Customer acquisition isn’t just about reaching more people—it’s about connecting with the right customers, building trust, and closing deals efficiently. At this month’s Women’s Mentorship Program session, we’re learning from Dani Grant, CEO of Jam.dev, who has successfully landed 1/3 of the Fortune 100 as customers. Her approach to nurturing relationships, streamlining sales, and driving conversions has helped Jam.dev scale rapidly. This program, led by the Women's Leadership Committee at Founders Network, is designed to help women founders grow their startups with guidance from experienced mentors and peers. What are your go-to strategies for customer acquisition? Share in the comments! #WomenFounders #CustomerAcquisition #Startups #Growth

Join us on March 18 for an insightful virtual fireside chat with Blake Teipel! Blake Teipel, co-founder and former CEO of Essentium, Inc., reveals the untold side of entrepreneurship. Hear how he navigated tough decisions and ethical challenges while pivoting into defense technologies. Blake will also share how Essentium achieved sevenfold revenue growth in just one year, built a thriving government business, and secured a successful exit to Nexa3D.This session offers valuable lessons on resilience, strategic pivots, and long-term vision—providing an authentic look at the realities of leading a startup. Whether you're preparing for growth or navigating obstacles, Blake's journey delivers key insights into the highs and lows every founder faces. ??? March 18, 2025 | ?? 9:30 - 11:00 am PDT RSVP here ??https://hubs.la/Q038vk9P0 #FoundersNetwork #StartupGrowth #Entrepreneurship #3DPrinting #Leadership #Resilience

Interested in putting AI to work in sales/lead research and as a daily assistant, taking notes through your day? We have a big AI OpsLab at Founders Network next week with the leaders of Bounti.ai and Fathom - AI Meeting Assistant. Normally, these are private events, but this agenda is too powerful to keep to ourselves. Thanks Richard White and Garrett Scott for bringing your expertise! https://lu.ma/gbj1ew3k

Founders, need a clear GTM strategy? Join us on?February 27?for a?hands-on session?with?Gary Stein,?Chief Strategy Officer at?61 Hawk, where we’ll cover: ?? GTM Blueprint: Learn the key elements of a successful GTM strategy that keeps your vision at the core. ?? Real-World Insights: See how other founders are tackling GTM challenges, backed by data. ?? Vision-to-Value Framework: A simple tool to translate your vision into a compelling value proposition. ?? Team Alignment Strategies: Ensure your entire team is on the same page, from messaging to execution. Gary has spent 20+ years helping startups and enterprises craft winning GTM strategies and knows what it takes to turn vision into scalable growth. Don't miss this chance to be part of the conversation. ?? Link in the comments to lock in your spot!

Amazing milestone for FN member Amanda DeLuca and her startup, Riley! ?? Building a startup while navigating new parenthood is no small feat, cheers to Amanda for making an impact!