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.\
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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.\
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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!\
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Upcoming events (4+)
See all- How to Align Your Brand Messaging with Your Startup MissionLink visible for attendees
How do you build a standout brand that resonates and drives impact? At this live online event, attendees will get actionable insights on crafting effective messaging and branding strategies from Daniel Francavilla, a Marketing Advisor & Brand Strategist at Daniel Does Consulting and an award-winning entrepreneur. With over a decade of experience helping startups and purpose-driven organizations, Daniel will discuss key branding principles, common pitfalls, and how to align your brand with your mission. If you're ready to elevate your startup's brand and messaging, this is a must-attend event!
❯ What You'll Learn:
- How to build a memorable and impactful startup brand
- Common branding mistakes and how to avoid them
- Strategies to align your brand messaging with your mission
❯ Featured Speaker:
- Daniel Francavilla - Marketing Advisor & Brand Strategist at Daniel Does Consulting - A marketing advisor, strategist, founder and mentor making a positive impact. He is a Certified Brand Strategist, college educator, member of the Canadian Marketing Association and a recipient of a 40 Under 40 Award. His latest venture, The Good Growth Company, provides training for social good organizations to upskill their teams and scale their mission. After graduating from OCAD University, Daniel founded Now Creative Group in 2013, later acquired by King Street Media in 2021 where he became a partner, which also launched CreatorClub, a content platform and studio. As an advocate for social good Daniel continues to run ACCESS, a nonprofit he founded as a student in 2006, which provides funding and mentorship for youth-led initiatives.
❯❯ This live, interactive online event promises valuable insights. Ensure your participation by RSVPing at https://fi.co/startupwebinar/18446 to receive the link to join us live.
- Launching and Scaling Startups in Africa: Insights from FI FoundersLink visible for attendees
Launching a startup in Africa presents unique opportunities and challenges. At this live online event, attendees will gain actionable insights from Founder Institute alumni and seasoned mentors on building and scaling startups in the African market. This interactive session includes case studies, practical advice, and a dedicated Q&A segment with experts to answer your pressing questions. If you're an entrepreneur aiming to navigate the dynamic African startup ecosystem, don't miss this chance to learn, connect, and grow. Register now to join this engaging discussion!
❯ What You'll Learn:
- Proven strategies for launching and scaling startups in the African market.
- Real-world insights from successful Founder Institute alumni and mentors.
- Answers to your pressing questions about the African Startup Ecosystem.
❯ Featured Speakers:
- Keshni Morar - Local Leader & Managing Director at Founder Institute South Africa
- Jerry Oche - Founder & CEO at Zowasel
- Abdulkadir Suleiman Lapai - CEO & Founder at Tespire
❯❯ This is a live, interactive online event, so be sure to RSVP at https://fi.co/e/361497/meetup to receive the Zoom URL to join us live!
- How to Come Up with Great Startup IdeasLink visible for attendees
Contrary to popular belief, you don't need to be inherently creative or experience a magical 'aha' moment to come up with a great startup idea. In reality, anyone can generate innovative business ideas by following a structured process. In this live event, Jonathan Greechan (Co-Founder & CEO of Founder Institute) will share a proven framework for crafting great startup ideas, drawn from his experience working with over 10,000 startups worldwide. Attendees will also have the chance to share their ideas and connect with aspiring entrepreneurs in their space. If you have rough ideas and aren't sure what to do next, this is the event to attend!
❯ Who Should Attend:- Anyone who has an early-stage company or a startup idea
- Anyone who would like feedback on their idea or pitch
- Anyone that is interested in joining a new startup or looking for a co-founder
❯ What You'll Gain:
- Common mistakes and misconceptions around startup ideas.
- The methods startups use to consistently find great ideas.
- Six frameworks to come up startup ideas.
- Structured Networking and Idea-Sharing Session.
❯ Featured Expert:
- Jonathan Greechan - Co-Founder & CEO of the Founder Institute - Jonathan Greechan is the Co-Founder & CEO of the Founder Institute, the world's largest pre-seed startup accelerator. Since 2009, he has grown and scaled the organization to chapters in over 200 cities and 90 countries, producing over 7000 portfolio companies with nearly $2B in venture funding. In his long career in tech and marketing, Jonathan has advised thousands of startups on marketing, growth, and product strategy and has spoken at startup conferences on four continents.
❯❯ This live, interactive online event promises valuable insights. Ensure your participation by RSVPing at https://fi.co/startupwebinar/18461 to receive the link to join us live.
- Co-Founder Networking for European Founders: Find a Business PartnerLink visible for attendees
Building a strong Co-Founder team is one of the most challenging yet crucial steps in founding a startup. While many entrepreneurs begin their journey alone, having a Co-Founder offers numerous advantages and can often be the key to startup success. This engaging and interactive event is designed for European-based startups, offering actionable insights into building and formalizing Co-Founder relationships. You'll also have the chance to network with fellow entrepreneurs through virtual tables and speed networking sessions. Don't miss this opportunity to connect and learn best practices for forming high-performing teams.
❯ Who Should Attend?
- Anyone who is launching or thinking about launching a startup
- Anyone looking for a Co-Founder and looking to learn about Co-Founder relationships.
- Anyone who wants to network with other entrepreneurs and aspiring entrepreneurs
❯ What You'll Accomplish:
- You will learn the best practices for finding the right Co-Founder.
- You will meet startup enthusiasts and experts from around Europe.
- You will shortlist potential Co-Founders.
It is not required, but to get the most out of this co-founder networking event, we recommend that you come ready for live video networking and prepare by visiting our Guide to Find a Co-Founder and also use this Co-Founder Networking Worksheet prior to joining the event.
To access all of the networking features of this event, please join using Chrome or Firefox from a desktop or tablet, or download the Airmeet Mobile App. The networking features will not outside of this options.
❯❯ This live, interactive online event promises valuable insights. Ensure your participation by RSVPing at https://fi.co/startupwebinar/18491 to receive the link to join us live.
