These coffee meetups are a great opportunity to connect with local VCs in your area as well as other founders at the beginning of their startup journey. ​

How do these meetups work?

These meetups are a casual way for early-stage founders to connect with local VCs and each other.

Co-hosts help create a welcoming space for conversation. Founders don’t need to prep slides. VC’s don’t buy everyone’s coffee, or run a formal agenda. Everyone just shows up and our co-hosts facilitate connections.

Meetup Structure
1. Pre-Meetup Logistics
- Once a VC is confirmed, we’ll pair them with a co-host (unless they already have someone in mind).
 - The location is typically a local coffee shop—pick a spot with enough space for 10-15 people.

2. During the Meetup
Kick Things Off – A quick round of introductions:

- Have everyone share their name, company, and one thing they’re currently working on or excited about.

- Keep it informal and relaxed!

Facilitate the Conversation – The VC’s role is to guide the discussion, not dominate it. Encourage founders to:

- Share their experiences, challenges, and insights.

- Ask questions about fundraising, growth, and product development.

- Connect with each other—not just with the VC.

Keep It Flowing – If needed, throw out a few conversation starters:

- “What’s been the biggest challenge in your startup journey so far?”

- “Has anyone here gone through a recent fundraising process? What did you learn?”

- “What’s a tool, resource, or tactic that’s been a game-changer for you?”

3. Wrap-Up
- Keep the meetup to about an hour—respecting everyone’s time.
 - Encourage founders to exchange contacts and continue conversations after the event.

Final Notes

• These meetups are not formal pitch sessions—they’re about building community.

• The goal is peer-to-peer learning and networking, with the VC helping guide the discussion.

• Keep it fun, casual, and welcoming!

Thanks for being a part of making these conversations happen!