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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•OnlineValidate Faster: A Practical AI Playbook for Founders
OnlineEarly-stage founders move faster when they validate smarter. This hands-on session walks through a simple, repeatable process for using AI to validate any startup idea in minutes. You'll learn how to clarify your concept, identify real customers, map competitors, and avoid the most common mistakes founders make. The session also includes a live demonstration of how AI can streamline validation and help you make confident go/no-go decisions. If you're looking for a smart, fast way to validate your startup idea, this event is for you!
❯ RSVP now at 👉 https://fi.co/startupwebinar/22134 to get your link and join us live!
❯❯ What You'll Learn:
- Discover how to quickly validate your startup concept with AI, ensuring you're on the right track.
- Learn how to identify and engage real customers to solve actual pain points.
- Understand how to analyze competitors and refine your offering to stand out in the market.
- Gain the tools to make confident go/no-go decisions, minimizing risk and maximizing success.
❯❯ Featured Expert:
- Scott Ford - Co-founder & CEO @ SparkRockets: Scott is a growth-focused executive with experience scaling businesses from $7M to over $1.2B in SaaS, AI, and medical devices. As former COO of Techstars, he helped drive revenue from $20M to $80M globally, and at ZOLL Medical, he contributed to scaling a division from $7M to $50M, leading to a $2.2B acquisition. Currently, he co-leads SparkRockets, an AI-powered business validation platform. He specializes in go-to-market strategy, P&L management, and building high-performing teams, while mentoring emerging innovators at CU Boulder. His expertise lies in leading through change, scaling operations, and aligning cross-functional teams for growth.
❯❯ Who Should Attend?
- Early-stage founders looking to validate their startup ideas.
- Aspiring founders with a new business concept they want to bring to life.
- Entrepreneurs at the ideation stage seeking to refine their offerings.
- Anyone curious about being an entrepreneur someday.
Additional Resources:
Find more Startup Events, learn about the Entrepreneur DNA test or sign up for the Insights Newsletter to get the latest startup tips and trends.
❯ RSVP now at 👉 https://fi.co/startupwebinar/22134 to get your link and join us live!6 attendees
•OnlineBrainstorm a Great Startup Idea for 2026: Online Workshop
OnlineDid you know that you don't need to be naturally creative or wait for a sudden 'aha' moment to come up with a great startup idea? In fact, anyone can generate innovative business ideas by following a clear, structured process. In this live workshop, Jonathan Greechan (Co-Founder & CEO of Founder Institute) will reveal a proven framework for developing impactful startup ideas, based on his experience working with over 10,000 startups worldwide. Participants will also have the chance to present their ideas and network with other aspiring entrepreneurs in their industry.
❯ RSVP now at 👉 https://fi.co/startupwebinar/21574 to get your link and join us live!
❯ What You'll Learn:
- How to avoid common startup mistakes and learn how to refine your ideas.
- Proven strategies for generating successful startup concepts.
- Six actionable frameworks to help you develop your ideas.
- Networking and idea-sharing for valuable feedback and potential co-founder connections.
❯ Featured Speaker:
- 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 over 100 countries, producing over 8100 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.
❯ 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.
❯❯ Don’t miss this live, interactive online event packed with valuable insights! RSVP now at 👉 https://fi.co/startupwebinar/21574 to get your link and join us live!
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