Transform your approach to founder-led sales in this interactive session where we'll dive deep into effective inbound sales strategies. Learn from someone who's been part of successful exits to Google and Apple, and built a $20M ARR business!

​Session 2: The Balance Between Business Strategy and Brand Strategy
Session 2 will cover the balance between business strategy and brand strategy and how brand equity is built. We will explore the emotional and rational side of brand and the critical importance of alignment.

We're excited to host Gildre's August Speed-Networking event! We want to make sure everyone has the chance to continue to connect with amazing individuals across the globe.

Propellant Ventures is pleased to provide an engaging virtual discussion to talk about the 2025 outlook of the investment and startup landscape. We will kick-off the event with a Breakout Room so attendees can get to know one another. Make sure to dial-in at 4pm CST. Zoom dial-in instructions below.

Join us on Tuesday, February 11th, from 2 pm to 3 pm EST for a live panel discussion with We-Connect power users. 

You can expect to learn: 
The highest-converting outreach strategies for our panelists. 
Best methods to follow up after an event. 
How to stand out in a crowded inbox. 

In this webinar, we’ll cover:

The Pros and Cons of SEO for Startups
- Why SEO matters for startups: A cost-effective channel for sustainable growth and brand authority.
- Challenges to consider: Long-term investment, delayed results, and high competition in some niches.

Does SEO Make Sense for All Startups?
- Content-heavy or Research-driven Industries
- Saturated or Highly Niche Markets
- Clear Differentiators

A Practical Framework for Startups
- Quick wins to gain traction: Long-tail keywords, local SEO, and partnerships for link building.
- Common SEO mistakes startups make: Over-prioritizing vanity metrics and neglecting ROI.

​NachoNacho - The B2B SaaS + Services Marketplace, Fidelity Private Shares, Deel, and Escalon Services will host this exclusive NYC Founder + Investor happy hour event alongside our community partners Gary's Guide, Supermomos, Generative AI Network, and Gildre. This networking event will be exclusively for SaaS Founders, C-Suites, investors, tech media, and tech leaders (Partnership leaders are definitely welcome, too). This event will include sponsored drinks and appetizers.

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!

​Join ~70 of Chicago's premier content creators at this evening soirée, an event that will feature creators with an accumulated following over 70 million.

​It will be a great night to network with other creators, foster relationships, build community, and share ideas!

​This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with more of Chicago's very own creators. Light snacks and drinks will be available!

Join us for an engaging virtual workshop: "Supercharge your Fundraising Journey" hosted by Nathan Beckord on January 23, 2025, at 11 AM CST. This workshop is designed for founders looking to enhance their fundraising strategies and effectiveness.

Nathan Beckord is the Founder and CEO of both Foundersuite and Fundingstack, two innovative platforms designed to streamline the fundraising process for startups and investment professionals.

Join us for an engaging workshop led by Hani W. Naguib, a renowned advocate of Evidence-Based Entrepreneurship and author of "Mindset to Startup." With over two decades of experience and more than 10,000 mentoring hours. In this session, Hani will delve into the essential mindsets and tools necessary for creating value-centric businesses. Drawing from his revolutionary approach, the "Braided Journey," he will provide practical guidance to help entrepreneurs navigate challenges and achieve sustainable growth.

​Session 1: What is a Brand: Defining & Understanding Brand and its Value
This session will clear up the misperceptions about what a brand is. We will explore the difference between brand value and brand equity, introduce the concept of brand intangibles, and cover the wide-ranging benefits of a strong brand in the market and across the enterprise.

We're excited to host Gildre's August Speed-Networking event! We want to make sure everyone has the chance to continue to connect with amazing individuals across the globe.

In the world of startups, mastering go-to-market (GTM) strategies and building robust sales functions are key to driving growth. Join us for an exclusive fireside chat and AMA session with Mark Kosoglow, a luminary in the SaaS industry, known for his pioneering GTM leadership. As the first sales hire at Outreach.io, Mark played a pivotal role in scaling the company to unicorn status by building and refining their sales development function. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from one of the top leaders in SaaS sales. Come prepared with your questions and get direct answers in this interactive event!

How do you turn a startup idea into a successful exit? Join Mark Balovnev, a founder with two successful exits and over 10 years of experience in business transformations and SaaS leadership. In this fireside chat, Mark will break down the journey from startup conception to acquisition. Join us to learn about his step-by-step approach to achieving outsized growth and navigating a successful exit in competitive markets. Whether you're just starting out or eyeing an exit, this event will provide practical insights to take your startup to the finish line.

In this webinar you will get a comprehensive guide on how to secure seed and pre-seed investment for your startup, emphasizing the importance of early-stage funding in launching and scaling.

The speaker will discuss how to improve your SEO and digital presence in 30 days or less.

Topics include:

1. Importance of Digital Marketing for Startups
2. Core Components of Digital Marketing
3. Social Media Marketing
4. Influencer Marketing
5. Building a Personal Brand as a Founder
6. Key Takeaways and Next Steps

And more!

In this webinar, Nelly Yusupova, a CTO with 18 years of experience, a startup tech advisor, and the founder of TechSpeak for Entrepreneurs, will share the process she uses to manage teams and projects to deliver projects on time and on budget.

You will learn:

1. The lean way vs. traditional way of building products

2. Two money saving things you should do before you build anything

3. How to define your MVP properly to reduce the cost and time of development

4. How to see the red flags sooner and minimize mistakes

​​We're excited to host Gildre's December Holiday Happy Hour and Speed-Networking event! We know it's earlier in the day so think happy hour for coffee, tea, or whatever your favorite beverage is!

Building a successful startup starts with a strong MVP, but getting the right feedback is crucial for growth. Join us for this interactive event designed to help early-stage founders refine their MVPs with insights from experienced product managers. Attendees will have the chance to present their MVPs, receive actionable feedback, and even connect with potential first users. Whether you're fine-tuning features or validating your concept, this is a perfect opportunity to make your product more compelling for the market.

Welcome to Gildre's Founder Fireside! This event is a casual, intimate gathering where founders come together to share the highs and lows of their entrepreneurial journeys. In this open forum, we invite everyone to connect, reflect, and offer insights on the real-world challenges they face daily, from scaling their businesses, managing teams, and navigating personal growth along with work-life balance.

For startup founders, mastering enterprise sales is key to driving exponential growth. Join us at this live online event and learn how to break into large corporations, manage extended sales cycles, and secure high-value deals essential for scaling your startup. Industry experts will share actionable insights on navigating the complex sales landscape, building trust with corporate clients, and overcoming common challenges that founders face. If you're a founder aiming to land major enterprise clients and accelerate your startup's growth, this event is a must-attend. Register now!

The speaker will discuss how to get venture and angel funding for your tech startup.

The webinar will cover the basics of angel and venture capital including current practices and common strategies used by investors in evaluating investments and by startups in finding, selecting and negotiating with investors.

Venture Trailblazers is an exclusive event series that connects leading investors, founders, and ecosystem leaders from across the globe to discuss the latest trends in startups and venture capital. For this edition, we welcome Ilya A. Strebulaev (Professor of Finance & Private Equity at Stanford). The goal of Venture Trailblazers is to educate and connect the founders, leaders, mentors, and investors across the global Founder Institute, VC Lab, and FI Venture Networks.

Do you want to ask questions to startup investors about fundraising in a friendly, judgment-free environment? Are you looking to raise funding in the future, and want to learn what investors look for and how they evaluate potential investments? Then join us for this live, interactive Q&A event featuring Jacob Jackson, Angel Investor & Deep Tech Seed Investor at Julian Capital. Don't miss this opportunity to expand your network and ask in-depth questions - Register now!. Don't miss this opportunity to expand your network and ask in-depth questions.

Great companies start with great people, so the Founder Institute startup accelerator has been collecting social science data since 2009 to identify the personality traits that correlate with building great startups. On this live and interactive online event, Jonathan Greechan (Co-Founder & CEO of the Founder Institute) will share exclusive insights and data collected from over 15 years of research, 175,000 social science assessments, and 7,000 launched companies. If you are interested in the learning the components of "Entrepreneur DNA", then don't miss this candid and informative event.

​Join us for Gildre's Executive Workshop, hosted by Lysle Wickersham, Founder of BRANDThink. He will delve into the often misunderstood topic of how strong brands are built, how brand-driven businesses enjoy competitive advantage, stronger market performance, and financial value—and how to get there. This interactive virtual workshop is designed for founders and entrepreneurs seeking to realize the vast array of benefits of a brand-centric operating philosophy and culture to build competitive differentiation, drive sustainable growth, and increase equity value.

Welcome to Beyond Bootstrapping: How to Prep Your Startup for Funding! Are you ready to take your startup to the next level? Join us for this online event where you'll learn valuable insights on securing funding for your business. Our expert speakers will share their experiences and tips to help you navigate the world of startup funding. Don't miss out on this opportunity to network with fellow entrepreneurs and gain the knowledge you need to succeed. Register now and get ready to elevate your startup!

We're excited to host Gildre's August Speed-Networking event! We want to make sure everyone has the chance to continue to connect with amazing individuals across the globe.

Understanding financial management is crucial for any entrepreneur aiming to build a successful startup. At this live online event, aspiring entrepreneurs and early-stage founders will learn key financial principles, such as budgeting, fundraising strategies, cash flow management, and understanding financial statements. Hosted by the Founder Institute and Grasshopper Bank, attendees will gain practical insights from finance experts and successful founders. If you're looking to launch or refine your startup, don't miss this opportunity to strengthen your financial acumen and network with industry professionals. Register now!