About us
We bring together founders, builders, investors and ambitious professionals in Toronto through curated networking events and startup-focused experiences.
This community is designed for people who want to build, connect and grow within the startup ecosystem.
Whether you’re launching a startup, looking for a co-founder, exploring opportunities or connecting with investors — this is the place to meet the right people.
What this group is about:
• startup networking NYC
• ai founders and builders
• co-founder meetup opportunities
• investor networking and startup conversations
Who should join:
• startup founders and entrepreneurs
• AI builders and engineers
• product managers, designers and operators
• investors, angels and VCs
• people looking for co-founders or startup teams
• professionals new to Toronto tech ecosystem
What to expect:
• curated networking events
• interactive networking formats
• founder and builder meetups
• startup pitch sessions
• meaningful conversations and real connections
Why join:
We don’t focus on random networking.
We focus on bringing the right people into the same room.
Our approach is simple:
Idea → Process → Result
• Idea — meet people, share ideas and explore opportunities
• Process — structured networking and real conversations
• Result — collaborations, startups and real outcomes
Our goal is to create an environment where:
• founders meet co-founders
• builders find projects
• investors discover startups
• ideas turn into real opportunities
About Ascent Valley:
Ascent Valley is a global ecosystem connecting founders, investors and builders through events, community and platform.
We believe that the right environment creates the right opportunities.
🌍 Join the community
Boston is one of the most diverse startup ecosystems in the world.
If you’re building, exploring or just arrived — this is your entry point.
New to New York ? This is one of the fastest ways to meet people in the startup ecosystem.
Upcoming events
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Founders, Investors & Talent Networking Mixer NYC
St. Pat's Bar & Grill NYC, 22 West 46th Street, New York, NY, USStartup networking event in NYC for founders, investors and tech talent. Meet builders and connect with Ascent Valley community.
Join founders, investors and tech talent at this curated startup networking event in NYC Manhattan.
Meet ambitious builders, exchange ideas and discover new opportunities in a dynamic community environment.RSVP: Use this link
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 NYC Manhattan tech ecosystem🎤 Want to Pitch?
A limited number of founders will have the opportunity to present their startup.Selected founders will showcase their pitch deck to the audience and attending investors, followed by a short Q&A where participants can ask questions and share feedback.
Spots are limited and founders will be selected in advance.
💼 For Investors
We invite local investors, angels and venture capitalists to join the event.
Investor participation is complimentary.
After verification, investors receive access to the Ascent Valley ecosystem, including:
• curated startup introductions
• access to our startup digest
• access to our platform and founder community5 attendees
Meet Your Co-Founder: Startup Builders Night in NYC
St. Pat's Bar & Grill NYC, 22 West 46th Street, New York, NY, USLooking for a co-founder or startup collaborators in NYC Manhattan?
Join founders, engineers, product builders and entrepreneurs for a curated evening designed to help people connect and build startups together.
RSVP: Use this link
Please note that RSVP is managed via Eventbrite to control attendee lists — don’t ignore it to avoid issues with on-site payment.
💡 What Makes This Event Different
- Many people have ideas.
- But building a startup alone is difficult.
- The best startups are built by strong teams.
- This event is designed to help ambitious founders, engineers and builders meet potential co-founders and collaboratorsin a structured networking environment.
Instead of random conversations, we create opportunities for participants to share ideas, discuss projects and discover people they might build something meaningful with.
🤝 What You’ll Experience
- Interactive Co-Founder Networking
Before the session begins, participants vote on the topic or challenge they want to explore together.
The most popular topic becomes the focus of the networking session.
Participants are then divided into small groups to work around that shared challenge.This format helps people quickly connect, understand each other’s thinking, and discover potential collaboration opportunities.
It’s networking with a purpose — not just introductions.
- Startup Pitches
Selected founders present their startups to the audience and investors.
Each pitcher shares their idea, product, or progress and receives visibility, feedback, and potential connections with investors and collaborators.
This is an opportunity to showcase what you’re building and spark meaningful conversations after the session.- Chill Networking
After the structured part, participants can continue conversations in a relaxed environment.
👥 Who Should Attend
• Entrepreneurs with startup ideas
• Engineers and technical builders
• Product managers and designers
• Growth and marketing specialists
• People looking for a co-founder
• Early-stage founders building their first startup
• Anyone interested in joining a startup team#### 🌍 About the Community
This event is part of the Ascent Valley ecosystem — a global community where founders, builders and investors meet to share ideas, collaborate and build meaningful projects.
Our mission is to create environments where ambitious people connect, collaborate and grow together.
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Past events
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