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Founder-to-Founder: Q&A with Guy Yalif (July 9th, 2026)

Founder-to-Founder: Q&A with Guy Yalif (July 9th, 2026)

Thu, Jul 9, 11:30 PM
From Founders Network San Francisco/Silicon Valley

VIRTUAL EVENT — IMPORTANT JOIN INSTRUCTIONS This event is hosted via the Founders Network platform. Once your registration is approved, you'll receive your personalized join link by email from foundersnetwork.com. Please use ONLY the link from your Founders Network confirmation email — any meeting link shown on this page may not let you in for this event. You can also access your link from your account at https://members.foundersnetwork.com/ --- Join Guy Yalif, former CEO of Intellimize and current Chief Evangelist at Webflow, for a conversation on what actually drives durable growth in the age of AI.As AI makes it easier than ever to build products, Guy shares why the founders who win aren’t just the fastest, they’re the ones who listen best. From customer development and distribution to founder relationships and defensibility, this episode explores the fundamentals that still matter most.We’ll cover:What’s actually defensible in the AI eraWhy customer conversations matter more than everLessons from building and scaling IntellimizeHow AI is changing growth, SEO, and marketingThe realities of founder commitment, trust, and resilienceDon’t miss this episode of the Founders Network Podcast for an honest look at building and growing companies in a rapidly changing world.About the SpeakerGuy Yalif is a former CMO and martech CEO with over 20 years of experience helping marketers use AI to drive revenue on websites and across digital advertising. Currently Webflow's Chief Evangelist, Guy has been a marketing leader at Twitter, BrightRoll, Tradeweave, Yahoo, and Intellimize. He has been a part of four successful exits and was cofounder and CEO of Intellimize, which Webflow acquired in 2024. He was also an aerospace engineer and made the oh-so-typical journey from there to CMO.Confidentiality Policy: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. In this roundtable forum, we continue to model our fnValues of Reciprocity, Humility, Authenticity and Inclusivity.

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FOUNDERS GATHERINGS  (💡Read description)

FOUNDERS GATHERINGS (💡Read description)

Fri, Jul 10, 11:00 PM
From FRIDAY FOUNDER'S GATHERINGS in San Francisco
4.7

**"This event is ONLY for founders/CEO/ C-levels"** (No Talent Recruiter) **For precise location, please REGISTER HERE** 👉 [https://luma.com/4ajz9i6r](https://luma.com/4ajz9i6r) **Add me on Linkedin for update!** [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyosuke-togami-338ba6a3/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyosuke-togami-338ba6a3/) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- We are hosting casual gatherings with tech start-up founders, offering networking opportunities to find partners, clients, investors, or like-minded friends. As you may already know, when it comes to having a start-up in San Francisco, the environment surrounding you is crucial. We believe in mutual support to help each other reach the next level, and I am actively involved in introducing you to the connections, places, and information you need. **For precise location, please REGISTER HERE** 👉 [https://luma.com/4ajz9i6r](https://luma.com/4ajz9i6r) **Add me on Linkedin for update!** [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyosuke-togami-338ba6a3/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyosuke-togami-338ba6a3/) Our event boasts an impressive lineup of attendees, including esteemed individuals from renowned organizations such as Y Combinator, 500 Startups, and numerous talented founders from across the globe. The majority of these attendees are exceptional pre-seed founders who have demonstrated significant traction in their respective fields. We are delighted to bring together such a diverse and accomplished group of individuals, creating an invaluable networking and learning opportunity for all participants. \*Please note that if you register but are unable to attend without notifying us in advance, we may not be able to extend future invitations to you. Your cooperation in this matter is greatly appreciated. **"LAST FOUNDER'S GATHERINGS"** ​ ・Founder @ Tennis by Maddy Backed by athletes like Serena Williams and Michael Jordan, my startup seeks to offer accessible racquet sport instruction online and AI analysis of player progress. ・Founder and CEO @ OpsLyft A FinOps platform helping organizations increase their COGS by correlating their cloud costs with business units. ・Co-Founder, CEO @ Banquette Connecting people through the power of breaking bread ・Founder @ Your Spin Limited Connect drink brands with consumers through instant gratification and gamification. ・CTO @ Stealth Startup Helping product-led sales companies get more revenue with CRM looks like tool gathering CRM and Product Usage + AI ・Founder @ Design Buddies Design community with a total audience of 150,000+ helping designers improve their skills and land jobs ・CTO @ W4Labs Unrestricted AI platform ・Co-founder & CEO @Stealth We're building an AI platform to help European companies enter the Product-Led-Sales era. ML for cohort analytics, LLM for actionable insights about upsell, churn... ・Co-founder and CEO @ Ivy Insights AI-powered insights platform for e-commerce growth. ・CMO @ Mockdrivingtest Platform connecting driving instructors to students ・Cofounder @ Enu AI AI-powered self-serve analytics ・Founder @ Altcodelabs Providing consultation services (AI/ Machine Learning) to tech startups to build their MVP. ・Founder @ Vibes Cryptography for applied category theory in intelligence systems for data processing applications with social twin cognition for user adaptive neuromorphic implications while working with computers or robotics ・Cofounder @Moonshot helps startup founders improve their investor pitches, iterate 10x faster. ・Co-Founder @ Permar AI Website Optimization on Autopilot ・Chief Creative Officer @ MediaRide High end video/marketing for tech companies. ・CEO @ B2Metric Data analytics and customer journey solutions specialized in churn prediction. ・Founder & CEO @ Pave AI Enabling Solo Founders to Build Billion-Dollar Businesses ・Principal @ Bosch VC Agnostic VC investing in deeptech ・Co-Founder @ Enu AI No-code data access tool. ・Founder @ Elevate Eliminating manual data entry with Camera-based Fitness Tracking ・CEO/Founder @ Analytica Consulting Self-funded Analytica Consulting serves clients in both private and public sectors, helping businesses use their data to make better decisions and run their operations more effectively. ・Co-founder @ stealth AI platform for SMB sales of PLG companies ・Co-founder @ Impact Academy Fully launched. Non-profit Educational programs for global talent focused on reducing catastrophic risks and contributing to a better future. ーーーーーーーーーーーーー ## **Would you like to be part of our team ?** ​**👉 [Details >](https://melts.notion.site/Would-you-like-to-be-part-of-our-team-7fb9ed751f3346a9a758988ffca3f9c3?pvs=4)**

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Cocktails and Tech Happy Hour at Hotel Spero Bar Esper SF | July 22, 2026

Cocktails and Tech Happy Hour at Hotel Spero Bar Esper SF | July 22, 2026

Thu, Jul 23, 1:00 AM
From BASE (Bay Area Sales Executives)
4.7

Join us for our Cocktails and Tech Happy Hour on Wednesday, July 22nd, 2026 from 6PM to 8PM PDT at Hotel Spero Bar Esper SF **The Professional Connector** next **Cocktails and Tech Happy Hour** is on **Wednesday, July 22nd, 2026 from 6PM to 8PM PDT** at **Bar Esper**([https://www.barespersf.com/](https://www.barespersf.com/)), **Hotel Spero, Vignette Collection by IHG** located at **405 Taylor Street, San Francisco, California.** Whether you’re looking to expand your network, explore new opportunities, or simply unwind after work, this mixer offers the perfect setting for meaningful conversations and connections. We look forward to an evening of networking, great drinks, and engaging conversations at Hotel Spero Bar Esper San Francisco. RSVP Now for $12 Early Bird Tickets while avialable. General Ticket is $15. Early registration is encouraged. **RSVP NOW: [https://cocktails-and-tech-hotel-spero.eventbrite.com](https://cocktails-and-tech-hotel-spero.eventbrite.com/)** ***RSVP on Meetup does not guarantee admission!*** **Note #1**: If you are feeling sick, have a cough, cold, fever, or any other symptoms, please stay home and join us at a future event when you are feeling better. **Note #2:** We are grateful to our host venue for welcoming our group. Please support them by purchasing at least one drink and, if possible, some food, and by tipping generously. Our Cocktails and Tech Happy Hour events are where young professionals, startup professionals, executives, tech leaders, and more meet, relax, and have a good time making connections after work. Interested in meeting amazing professionals? Come to the beautiful Hotel Spero Bar Esper in San Francisco and be ready to build relationships, expand your network, and have a great time! This is a great opportunity to find new connections and meet new people in general. Regardless of your industry level, or your industry you are welcomed to join us. RSVP Now for $12 Early Bird Tickets while avialable. General Ticket is $15. Early registration is encouraged. **RSVP NOW: [https://cocktails-and-tech-hotel-spero.eventbrite.com](https://cocktails-and-tech-hotel-spero.eventbrite.com/)** ***RSVP on Meetup does not guarantee admission!*** Our attendees work at companies such as Bank of America, Wells Fargo, Google, ZeroCater, Coffee Meets Bagel, Redfin, Google, Comcast Ventures, Oracle, Salesforce, GoPro, Sequoia Real Estate, DoorDash, Hyatt Regency, BlueCart, Kaiser Permanente, IBM, Genentech, Deloitte, Nestle, Accenture, HP, Intel, Amazon, Lyft, Facebook, HSBC, Capegimini, Yelp, J.P. Morgan and more. [The Professional Connector](https://professionalconnector.com/) has hosted successful events with well-known sponsors and partners. Based on the type of event we reach out to different partners we have worked with in the past and are always looking for new sponsors. Our previous Partners and Sponsors have included such companies as WP Engine, Instapage, vCita, General Assembly, Constant Contact, Yelp, WeWork, Diablo Magazine, SF Business Times, Lyft, Uber and more. To learn more about our Sponsorship Opportunities, call us today at 510-761-5895 or visit our website [www.ProfessionalConnector.com/Sponsors/](https://www.professionalconnector.com/sponsors/) The Professional Connector proudly hosts our first partnership networking event with **Bar Esper** ([https://www.barespersf.com/](https://www.barespersf.com/)) a beautifully restored historic hotel, **Hotel Spero, Vignette Collection by IHG** ([https://www.hotelspero.com/](https://www.hotelspero.com/)) located in the heart of downtown San Francisco. Blending timeless architecture with modern style and sophistication, Bar Esper offers the perfect setting for networking, socializing, and creating meaningful connections in an inviting and upscale atmosphere. Enjoy an evening connecting with professionals, entrepreneurs, and new friends in a vibrant space designed for both conversation and community. With its elegant interiors, welcoming ambiance, and distinctive San Francisco charm, Bar Esper provides an ideal backdrop for after-work mixers and memorable networking experiences. Conveniently located near Union Square, the Financial District, and San Francisco’s major business and tech hubs, Hotel Spero Bar Esper is a favorite destination for professionals and social gatherings alike. **Located at 405 Taylor Street, San Francisco, California.** We can’t wait to see you! RSVP Now for $12 Early Bird Tickets while avialable. General Ticket is $15. Early registration is encouraged. **RSVP NOW: [https://cocktails-and-tech-hotel-spero.eventbrite.com](https://cocktails-and-tech-hotel-spero.eventbrite.com/)** ***RSVP on Meetup does not guarantee admission!*** **MEET THE PROFESSIONAL CONNECTOR/EVENT HOST - David Mitroff, PhD** David is a sought-after Business Growth Strategist who shares his secrets for creating successful brands that stand out and thrive. David inspires business professionals through his keynote talks on a wide range of topics such as how to build a brand with data-driven marketing, digital leadership: growing your online presence, and the psychology behind building professional connections. **David Mitroff, Ph.D.** ([www.DavidMitroff.com](https://www.davidmitroff.com/)) is the Founder and Chief Consultant at Piedmont Avenue Consulting ([www.PiedmontAve.com](https://www.piedmontave.com/)). David questions assumptions, offers creative ideas, and encourages new initiatives from strategy through implementation. David’s wealth of knowledge is transferred to clients leading to heightened sales, increased customer experiences, and enhanced relationship building techniques. David has an extensive educational background, in addition to professional sales training, which includes a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology with coursework in Business Administration, Legal Studies, and Marketing, providing a foundation for excellent critical and analytical thinking, business strategy, relationship building, and networking. [Piedmont Avenue Consulting](https://piedmontave.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com) helps businesses grow through strategic consulting, marketing, and business development services across the San Francisco Bay Area. Our [Business Consulting](https://piedmontave.com/consulting/) services support companies with growth strategies, operational guidance, and scalable solutions to improve performance and drive long-term success. We also provide [Hotel Marketing Services](https://piedmontave.com/hotel-marketing/) designed to help hotels, resorts, boutique properties, and hospitality brands increase visibility, attract more direct bookings, and strengthen their market presence. Our strategies focus on enhancing online presence, improving guest acquisition, and driving sustainable growth through targeted digital marketing, branding, content creation, SEO, and advertising solutions tailored to the hospitality industry. Through our [Restaurant Marketing](https://piedmontave.com/restaurant-marketing/) services, we help restaurants, bars, and hospitality brands attract customers and boost revenue with targeted marketing strategies. In addition, our [Event Marketing](https://piedmontave.com/event-marketing/) services create engaging networking events and brand experiences that generate exposure, build connections, and create new business opportunities. Contact us at [www.PiedmontAve.com](http://www.piedmontave.com/), and let’s create a customized plan to elevate your business success. Throughout his career, Dr. Mitroff has served as an instructor for several reputable colleges such as the University of California at Berkeley, in addition to being a featured media expert for NBC, ABC, Forbes, Entrepreneur, Inc. Magazine, Washington Post, Hospitality Technology, Hospitality Net and more. David has also written books on[ Online Business Growth Strategies](https://davidmitroff.com/marketing-book/), [Law Firm Business Growth Strategies](https://piedmontave.com/law-firm-business-growth-strategies/), [The Event Effect](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/beers-and-biotech-at-curry-pizza-house-south-san-francisco-may-21-2026-tickets-1988643270555?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true), and more! If you're looking for a business consultant, keynote speaker, executive coach, or marketing expert, schedule a FREE call with David Mitroff Ph.D. to get started! RSVP Now for $12 Early Bird Tickets while avialable. General Ticket is $15. Early registration is encouraged. **RSVP NOW: [https://cocktails-and-tech-hotel-spero.eventbrite.com](https://cocktails-and-tech-hotel-spero.eventbrite.com/)** ***RSVP on Meetup does not guarantee admission!*** [The Professional Connector](http://www.professionalconnector.com/). A vision of [Piedmont Avenue Consulting, Inc.](http://www.piedmontave.com/) We organize and promote hundreds of Bay Area business networking and social mixers to specifically target Business Strategies and Small Medium Business Enterprises and provide industry professionals with a chance to make new business and personal connections, build their network, find new clients, and expand their business. We bring the SF Bay Area working community together and strive to promote positive business relationships. **Frequently Asked Questions** **Why Attend?** Looking to expand your professional network in the Bay Area entrepreneurial and business community? Our Cocktails and Tech Happy Hour is the perfect place to meet founders, entrepreneurs, investors, creatives, marketers, and professionals from a wide range of industries. Exchange ideas, build meaningful connections, discover new opportunities, and stay connected with what’s happening in the local business scene — all in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. **Who Usually Attends?** Our events attract a diverse mix of professionals, including entrepreneurs, investors, consultants, marketers, recruiters, business owners, and creatives. Attendance can range from intimate gatherings to larger mixers with hundreds of attendees. No matter the size, the environment is always friendly, social, and easy to network in. Event hosts will also be available throughout the evening to help introduce guests and keep conversations flowing. **What Should I Bring?** Bring business cards and be ready to share your LinkedIn profile or contact information. Networking events move quickly, so having an easy way to connect after the event helps turn conversations into lasting professional relationships. **Is There a Dress Code?** Business casual is recommended. Whether you’re coming from work or meeting friends afterward, we encourage attendees to dress polished and professional. Photos and videos may be taken during the event, so it’s a great opportunity to make a strong impression. **What’s on the Menu?** Enjoy expertly crafted cocktails and beverages available throughout the evening at **Hotel Spero Bar Esper San Francisco**. Sip, unwind, and connect in a stylish atmosphere while enjoying drinks designed to elevate your networking experience. **Want to Expand Your Network?** Whether you’re looking for new partnerships, career opportunities, business ideas, clients, or simply a fun and productive way to spend your evening, this mixer is designed to help you connect with ambitious and like-minded professionals. Invite your colleagues, friends, or team members and join us for an evening of networking, conversations, and community at Hotel Spero Bar Esper San Francisco. RSVP Now for $12 Early Bird Tickets while avialable. General Ticket is $15. Early registration is encouraged. **RSVP NOW: [https://cocktails-and-tech-hotel-spero.eventbrite.com](https://cocktails-and-tech-hotel-spero.eventbrite.com/)** ***RSVP on Meetup does not guarantee admission!***

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Sold Startups: Founders Who Built and Exited

Sold Startups: Founders Who Built and Exited

Thu, Jul 30, 4:00 PM
From Global AI Makers • West Coast • AI CEOs, Founders, Makers
4.6

What does it actually take to build something worth buying? Most business content is about raising money, growing users, or surviving the early days. This event skips all of that and goes straight to the part most founders never reach: the exit. We bring together founders who built real businesses and sold them. Some closed in weeks. Some took years. Some used AI to build faster than any team could. Some bootstrapped with no outside funding and sold to a strategic buyer. Some built newsletter businesses, AI apps, SaaS tools, no-code platforms, vibe coding projects, and AI agent products that a larger company wanted enough to write a check for. Every founder in the series has something most startup content glosses over: a real number, a real timeline, and a real story about what the process actually felt like from the inside. This event is for founders at any stage, operators who want to understand what makes a business acquirable. Best for.... \- AI founders building without a technical team \- People who use tools like Cursor\, Base44\, Bolt\, Lovable\, and Replit \- Startup CEOs thinking about their first or next exit Each founder walks through what they built, who bought it, what the negotiation looked like, what they would do differently, and what they are working on now. No panels. No investor pitches. No surface-level advice. Just founders telling the truth about what it took to get to the other side. The audience is small and the questions are open. Come ready to ask the one you actually want answered. *Note: Date may change to accommodate guest speakers. Check this page for the most current information.*

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Meet your VCs, Meet your startup teams: entrepreneurs' networking coffee time

Meet your VCs, Meet your startup teams: entrepreneurs' networking coffee time

Tue, Jul 14, 6:00 PM
From San Francisco Startup Incubation And Acceleration
4.2

Entrepreneurs, startup founders, technologists, VCs and angel investors, please join our informal coffee time gathering hangout: * If you have startup projects to get funded, come to find your investors * If you have ideas and want to build a startup team, come to find your partners * If you want to invest in startups, come to chat with those who want to pitch * If you have great ideas and want to turn them into real startup projects, come to discuss with other technologists and professionals * If you just want to learn how to become an entrepreneur, just come to meet people and have a coffee together This is an unstructured and unmoderated gathering. Our organizers may not always on duty. Please feel free to identify yourself as meetup attendee with your own name tags or coffee table signs.

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Bootstrappers Breakfast for San Francisco Startups

Bootstrappers Breakfast for San Francisco Startups

Fri, Jul 10, 4:00 PM
From Bootstrappers Breakfast for San Francisco Startups
4.8

Come Meet Entrepreneurs Who Eat Problems For Breakfast At a Bootstrappers Breakfast® we have serious conversations about growing a business based on internal cash flow and organic profit: this is for founders who are actively bootstrapping a startup. The other attendees will all be in startups. It will be a chance to compare notes on operational, development, and business issues with peers. NOTE: We start with round-the-table introductions, so be on-time so you don't miss that! For more information about the group - visit bootstrappersbreakfast.com (http://www.bootstrappersbreakfast.com/)

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