What we’re about
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.
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.
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!
Join the group to be invited to our next event!
Upcoming events
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Psychological Capital: Why Mental Health is Your Startup's Biggest Asset
·OnlineOnlineWhat is Psychological Capital (PsyCap)? The true strength and innovative power of a startup go beyond technology; it lies in the mental and emotional infrastructure that supports it. This invisible yet crucial element is known as "PsyCap." It's the foundation that helps a company innovate, adapt, endure, and navigate difficult challenges. Join Daniel Böhi, a seasoned business leader, coach, founder, investor, and Founder Institute Mentor, as he delves into how nurturing PsyCap can drive long-term success. Don't miss the chance to ask Daniel your questions and gain insights on leveraging mental health as a powerful asset for your startup.
❯ What You'll Learn:
- Understanding PsyCap and its role in startup success.
- How mental health impacts innovation, adaptation, and endurance.
- Practical strategies to build and nurture your startup's emotional infrastructure.
❯ Featured Speakers:
- Daniel Michael Böhi
Executive Coach, Founder & Investor, Founder Institute - Ingeborg Gasser Kriss
Board Member, Advisor, Agent21
❯❯ This is a live, interactive online event, so be sure to RSVP at https://fi.co/e/385770/meetup to receive the Zoom URL to join us live!
4 attendees
Startup Pitch Practice: Share Your Idea and Get Expert Feedback
·OnlineOnlineTo launch a great startup, it is critical to get feedback on your ideas from entrepreneurs who have been there and done that. On this live online event, we will gather several startup experts ready to provide feedback for entrepreneurs who aspire to be investor-ready. The event will start by providing guidelines to create a compelling elevator pitch, and then attendees will have the opportunity to share their pitch with other entrepreneurs, advisors, and investors at virtual tables for instant feedback. Even if you don't want to share your pitch, you can still join to hear other startup ideas and witness how the experts review a pitch.
❯ RSVP now at 👉 https://fi.co/startupwebinar/21103 to get your link and join us live!
❯ What You'll Learn:
- How to give a concise, yet compelling, elevator pitch
- What investors are looking for in a startup pitch
- Specific advice and feedback on your pitch and startup ideas
❯ To get the most out of this Pitch for Feedback event:
- Come ready for live video networking.
- Prepare by starting with your one-sentence pitch. See how it's done using our One Sentence Pitch Format.
- Fill out our Elevator Pitch Worksheet at http://bit.ly/FI-elevatorpitch
❯❯ Don’t miss this live, interactive online event packed with valuable insights! RSVP now at 👉 https://fi.co/startupwebinar/21103 to get your link and join us live!
6 attendees
Where Should You Incorporate Your Startup?
·OnlineOnlineAs an early-stage founder, deciding where to incorporate your startup is a critical choice. Which jurisdiction offers the best access to your market, the lowest taxes, and the right environment for attracting investors? How do incorporation costs and ease of process vary across different regions?Join experienced startup lawyers from Eversheds Sutherland, including Martina Frick (Switzerland), Cornelius Litt (Netherlands), and Raphaël Sendowski (France), as they explore the pros and cons of different incorporation options across Europe. Get answers to your questions and learn how to make the best decision for your startup's future.
❯ What You'll Learn:
- How to pick the best jurisdiction for your startup company incorporation
- What factors to consider
- The Pros and Cons of Switzerland, the Netherlands and France, and other European countries
❯❯ This is a live, interactive online event, so be sure to RSVP at https://fi.co/e/385771/meetup to receive the Zoom URL to join us live!
9 attendees
Past events
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