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FOUNDERS HELPING FOUNDERS ®

Build a thriving tech startup with the support of a powerful network of
experienced founders behind you.



WE’VE HELPED 2,000+ STARTUPS




Cohort - Dec ’22

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OLIVER FRIEDRICHS

Founder and CEO, Pangea
$911M

Cohort - Nov ’21

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MIDORI UEHARA

Co-Founder, OODA Health
$425M Exit

Cohort - June ’24

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RAN RESKE

Founder, Resident
$1B Exit

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ERIC BERRY

CEO, Founder, Triple Lift
$1.4B Exit

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JASON GARDNER

Founder, Marqeta
$1.4B Exit

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ADAM CHEYER

Co-Founder, Siri, Sentient, Viv Labs & GamePlanner.AI
$1B Exits





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TESTIMONIALS


WHY OUR MEMBERS LOVE FOUNDERS NETWORK

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> "Talk to any seasoned entrepreneur and they’ll tell you: don’t go it alone;
> find folks you can confide in. FN is exactly that: an invaluable resource of
> peers walking the same path as you."
> Richard White
> Founder, UserVoice

> "With over 600 members in the Founders Network community, there’s always
> someone who can answer your startup questions."
> Adam Cheyer, Co-founder of Siri
> Founders Network Membership Committee

> "Entrepreneurship is a very personal journey and every traveler has their own
> reason for being. Building a supportive network is critical and asking for
> help is something we should all learn very early. Founders network allows
> entrepreneurs the freedom to contribute and receive support in a very simple
> way."
> Sonal Puri
> CEO of Webscale

> "By receiving 1-1 contact via the forum with fellow founders and investors,
> Founders Network led to my startup successfully raising and negotiating
> funding."
> Michael Meinhardt
> Founder Of Cloudwords

> "Through FN, I’ve connected with Tier-1 investors like Sequoia Capital. From a
> series of ideas to our Series B, Founders Network has helped every step of the
> way."
> Domingo Guerra
> President & Founder of Appthority

> "Talk to any seasoned entrepreneur and they’ll tell you: don’t go it alone;
> find folks you can confide in. FN is exactly that: an invaluable resource of
> peers walking the same path as you."
> Richard White
> Founder, UserVoice

> "With over 600 members in the Founders Network community, there’s always
> someone who can answer your startup questions."
> Adam Cheyer, Co-founder of Siri
> Founders Network Membership Committee

> "Entrepreneurship is a very personal journey and every traveler has their own
> reason for being. Building a supportive network is critical and asking for
> help is something we should all learn very early. Founders network allows
> entrepreneurs the freedom to contribute and receive support in a very simple
> way."
> Sonal Puri
> CEO of Webscale

> "By receiving 1-1 contact via the forum with fellow founders and investors,
> Founders Network led to my startup successfully raising and negotiating
> funding."
> Michael Meinhardt
> Founder Of Cloudwords

> "Through FN, I’ve connected with Tier-1 investors like Sequoia Capital. From a
> series of ideas to our Series B, Founders Network has helped every step of the
> way."
> Domingo Guerra
> President & Founder of Appthority

> "Talk to any seasoned entrepreneur and they’ll tell you: don’t go it alone;
> find folks you can confide in. FN is exactly that: an invaluable resource of
> peers walking the same path as you."
> Richard White
> Founder, UserVoice

> "With over 600 members in the Founders Network community, there’s always
> someone who can answer your startup questions."
> Adam Cheyer, Co-founder of Siri
> Founders Network Membership Committee

> "Entrepreneurship is a very personal journey and every traveler has their own
> reason for being. Building a supportive network is critical and asking for
> help is something we should all learn very early. Founders network allows
> entrepreneurs the freedom to contribute and receive support in a very simple
> way."
> Sonal Puri
> CEO of Webscale

> "By receiving 1-1 contact via the forum with fellow founders and investors,
> Founders Network led to my startup successfully raising and negotiating
> funding."
> Michael Meinhardt
> Founder Of Cloudwords

> "Through FN, I’ve connected with Tier-1 investors like Sequoia Capital. From a
> series of ideas to our Series B, Founders Network has helped every step of the
> way."
> Domingo Guerra
> President & Founder of Appthority




MEMBERSHIP PLANS

Founders Network offers full lifecycle mentoring for tech startup founders.


LAUNCH PLAN

For First-Time Founders


SCALE PLAN

For Growth-Stage Founders


LEAD PLAN

For Experienced Founders


FOR FIRST-TIME FOUNDERS

Founders Only Forum: Get real-time advice and insights from experienced
founders.

Skill-Building Webinars & Resources: Learn essential skills through 40+ live
webinars annually and access a library of past recordings covering product
development, fundraising, growth, and more.

Accelerator-Grade Discounts: Save on critical tools and services to extend your
runway with deals on accounting, management software, and more.


LAUNCH PLAN

For First-Time Founders
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FOR GROWTH-STAGE FOUNDERS

Everything in Launch Plan, Plus:

Investor Directory: Gain access to a curated directory of investors and get warm
introductions from our team.

1-on-1 VC Mentoring: Hone your pitch and gain valuable feedback from top VCs to
secure funding.

1-on-1 Strategy Sessions: Develop a personalized success plan with our team to
maximize your Founders Network experience.


SCALE PLAN

For Growth-Stage Founders


$134/MO

billed annually
Get Started


FOR EXPERIENCED FOUNDERS

Everything in Scale Plan, Plus:

Member Success Manager: Get dedicated support from our team with same-day
response and quarterly strategy meetings.

Thought Leadership Opportunities: Elevate your persona through speaking
opportunities and engagement with our 300,000+ strong global audience.

Monthly Roundtables: Network and brainstorm solutions in facilitated roundtable
discussions with proven founders.


LEAD PLAN

For Experienced Founders


$375/MO

billed annually
Get Started

2011

Founded

600+

Tech Founders

4.6

STARTUPS PER MEMBER

$1.1M

Average Funding

50%

SERIAL ENTREPRENEURS

$5B

COLLECTIVELY RAISED


FOUNDER'S NETWORK MEMBERSHIP FAQS

What is the membership experience like?
FN is easily integrated into your daily routine. With our intelligent
distribution system, we extend the information flowing through our platform to
other channels that you are already monitoring, such as slack and email. We
support many kinds of engagement, including over 100 events a year, our Online
Forum and 1-1 support from our Success Team. Our busiest members usually end up
as some of our best members.
Is my activity on FN going to be confidential?
All information shared within Founders Network is strictly confidential. We are
built on a foundation of trust, and the community takes confidentiality
seriously. Investors, members, and staff all share experiences and opinions off
the record.
What is your service level agreement?
The Founders Network staff is full time and promises to respond to emails, phone
calls, and messages via the website in under 24 hours, Monday-Friday. All emails
sent Sat-Sun will be answered the following Monday.
What will my dues be?
Your membership dues are based on your experience as defined by the the funding
or revenue of your current or past companies. All memberships are annual
commitments. We do not take equity.
Can I upgrade later?
Upgrades are always available, and each level comes with a higher level of
benefits, and features geared towards founders with more experience. We
encourage joining at the appropriate level based on your past experience as this
will impact the quality of your membership experience.
How does Founders Network handle direct competitors in the network?
We believe collaboration moves startups forward. Founders can share 90% of their
general questions and experiences on the forum. The other 10% that includes IP
or "secret sauce" can be shared at their Peer Advisory Board. Your local Peer
Advisory Board will never contain any direct competitors to your startup.
Do you offer discounts?
We currently offer discounts to portfolio members of tier 1 VC's like Accel,
Andreesen Horwoitz, Sequoia Capital, Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers,
Benchmark, Greylock Partners, Bessemer Venture Partners and graduates of select
accelerators including Y-Combinator, 500Startups, TechStars and Blue Startups.
If your VC or accelerator is not on the list, please contact us to see if you
qualify for a discount.
How are you different than an accelerator?
Founders Network is a community that can work in place of, alongside, or
bookending an accelerator. Unlike an accelerator, we do not take equity and we
do not limit your time with us. FN strives to facilitate meaningful
relationships with a network of peers who can help you get through any challenge
and celebrate every achievement.
What is involved in the approval process?
FN is an invite-only community. If you do not have an invite, you can find our
membership requirements and request an invitation here. We'll research your
background and reach out if we feel you could add value to the community. If you
already have an invite, you can apply before the monthly application deadline.
Applications take 2 minutes to complete and are followed by an optional addendum
that can take up to 10 minutes to complete. By the last Friday of the month, our
Membership Committee, will review your complete application and you'll receive a
notification of their decision on the same day.
Does FN endorse members visa applications?
Yes. Per US Immigration Policy, FN only endorses members who have demonstrated a
record of extraordinary achievement within the context of membership. This can
include membership tenure greater than 3 years, status as a Lifetime Member
and/or volunteer leadership through a Chapter or other initiative. We will not
endorse your visa application under any other circumstances.


BECOME A MEMBER


FOUNDERS NETWORK GIVES YOU EVERYTHING YOU NEED FOR YOUR STARTUP TO SUCCEED

We offer full lifecycle mentoring programs for founders without taking equity.
Membership is by invitation only.
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