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!
Sponsors
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Lutz & AbelLUTZ | ABEL is recognized as one of Germany’s leading law firms.
Odev TechProduct Development services
Founder Institute BerlinMembers apply for free to the Founder Institute accelerator
Free $99 "Startup & Go" E-CourseGet free access to an e-course featuring lectures from top entrepreneurs- Lutz & AbelLUTZ | ABEL is recognized as one of Germany’s leading law firms.
- Odev TechProduct Development services
- Founder Institute BerlinMembers apply for free to the Founder Institute accelerator
- Free $99 "Startup & Go" E-CourseGet free access to an e-course featuring lectures from top entrepreneurs
We are proud to continue this free flow meet & greet session in the Bar of the social hub with guided networking and great people from different angles of the Berlin startup ecosystem!
If you have a startup idea or a growing company and you want to expand your network in Berlin, then join us for the in-person 'Founder Meet & Greet' event. At this informal networking event, you can connect with other early-stage entrepreneurs, startup mentors, and advisors from the Founder Institute Berlin network. Socialize over drinks with potential co-founders, advisors, mentors and partners. Most of all, get away from the computer and have fun!
❯ Your hosts of the day:
- Rikke Klitskov (Director @ Founder Institute Germany)
- Ferdinand Mühlhäuser (Managing Director @ Founder Institute Germany)
❯ Who should Attend?
- Anyone interested in entrepreneurship
- Anyone who has a pre-seed tech company or a startup idea
- Anyone interested in joining a startup accelerator
- Anyone who is looking for a cofounder or would want to join a startup as a cofounder
❯ What is the Agenda?
- (Guided) Networking, Socializing and Drinks
❯❯ This is a live offline event, to be sure to receive our updates be sure to RSVP at https://fi.co/e/376035/meetup!
To join our upcoming Founder Institute program in October 2025, you can apply here: https://fi.co/Berlin. For more information about the investors, accelerators, incubators, and tech events available in Berlin, see our list of Startup Resources.
About Founder Institute
The Founder Institute is the world’s most proven network to turn ideas into fundable startups, and startups into global businesses. Since 2009, our structured accelerator programs have helped over 7,000 entrepreneurs raise over $1.75BN in funding. Based in Silicon Valley and with chapters across 100 countries, our mission is to empower communities of talented and motivated people to build impactful technology companies worldwide.
Upcoming events (3)
See all- Founder’s Guide to AI: Building an MVP with No Coding SkillsLink visible for attendees
Building a startup as a non-technical founder can feel like hitting a wall, especially when it comes to product development. But with the latest AI tools, not knowing how to code doesn't have to stop you from bringing your idea to life. In this hands-on online workshop, you'll learn how to build an MVP (Minimum Viable Product) using the latest AI tools and strategies. If you are intrigued by using AI to build products, then don't miss this online event.
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❯ Guest Speakers include Trevor Longino (Founder & CEO, CrowdTamers).
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❯ What you’ll learn:- How to design and build a Lovable MVP with tools like Lovable and Bolt.
- Ways to “vibe-code” your product using Cursor, VSCode, and LLMs, even if you’ve never written a line of code.
- Real-world examples: how the Insight MVP was launched using no-code workflows.
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❯❯ This live, interactive online event promises valuable insights! Ensure your participation by RSVPing now at 👉 https://fi.co/startupwebinar/19052 to receive the link to join us live! - Ask an Investor Anything: Q&A with Sonam VelaniLink visible for attendees
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 Sonam Velani, Co-Founder & Managing Partner, Streetlife Ventures. Don't miss this opportunity to expand your network and ask in-depth questions - Register now!
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❯ What You'll Learn:- Key metrics and pre-requisites for raising funding
- How to make yourself more attractive to investors
- The best ways to source different funding resources such as Angel investors, Venture Capitalists, grants and loans
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❯ Featured Speaker:- Sonam Velani - Co-Founder & Managing Partner at Streetlife Ventures - A mission-driven leader bridging capital, policy, and technology, she has led multi-billion-dollar investments in climate infrastructure, affordable housing, and inclusive economic growth across roles at Goldman Sachs, the World Bank, Zipline, and the NYC Mayor’s Office. With deep expertise in structuring complex deals and building public-private partnerships, her work spans global markets; from financing the largest U.S. transit agency to deploying medical drones in Africa. Her career is dedicated to tackling systemic inequities and aligning innovation with long-term impact.
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❯❯ This live, interactive online event promises valuable insights! Ensure your participation by RSVPing now at 👉 https://fi.co/startupwebinar/19119 to receive the link to join us live! - Founder Meet&Greet: In-Person Startup Networking Summer Edition!The Social Hub Berlin, Berlin
We are proud to continue this free flow meet & greet session in the Bar of the social hub with guided networking and great people from different angles of the Berlin startup ecosystem!
If you have a startup idea or a growing company and you want to expand your network in Berlin, then join us for the in-person 'Founder Meet & Greet' event. At this informal networking event, you can connect with other early-stage entrepreneurs, startup mentors, and advisors from the Founder Institute Berlin network. Socialize over drinks with potential co-founders, advisors, mentors and partners. Most of all, get away from the computer and have fun!
❯ Your hosts of the day:
- Rikke Klitskov (Director @ Founder Institute Germany)
- Ferdinand Mühlhäuser (Managing Director @ Founder Institute Germany)
❯ Who should Attend?
- Anyone interested in entrepreneurship
- Anyone who has a pre-seed tech company or a startup idea
- Anyone interested in joining a startup accelerator
- Anyone who is looking for a cofounder or would want to join a startup as a cofounder
❯ What is the Agenda?
- (Guided) Networking, Socializing and Drinks
❯❯ This is a live offline event, to be sure to receive our updates be sure to RSVP at https://fi.co/e/376035/meetup!
To join our upcoming Founder Institute program in October 2025, you can apply here: https://fi.co/Berlin. For more information about the investors, accelerators, incubators, and tech events available in Berlin, see our list of Startup Resources.
About Founder Institute
The Founder Institute is the world’s most proven network to turn ideas into fundable startups, and startups into global businesses. Since 2009, our structured accelerator programs have helped over 7,000 entrepreneurs raise over $1.75BN in funding. Based in Silicon Valley and with chapters across 100 countries, our mission is to empower communities of talented and motivated people to build impactful technology companies worldwide.
