The Best of Founders Network — In Real Life
fnIRL 2025 | May 8 | The General’s Residence, Fort Mason Center
On May 8th, Founders Network brought its vibrant tech startup community together at The General’s Residence in San Francisco for fnIRL 2025, a one-day event dedicated to exploring fundraising in a shifting landscape.
A Day of Real Connection
fnIRL 2025 convened top startup founders and investors in the heart of San Francisco, showcasing the very best of FN’s online mentorship platform — in real life. The event provided a unique, founder-first environment for authentic connection, knowledge sharing, and fundraising insight.
With a near 1:1 ratio of entrepreneurs to investors, fnIRL proved to be a startup conference like no other. Attendees praised the casual, welcoming atmosphere and high-quality programming, which featured approachable VCs and supportive peers focused on building meaningful relationships.
Highlights Included:
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Deep dives into the evolving fundraising landscape
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Candid conversations with top VCs
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Collaborative networking in a non-pretentious environment
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Exclusive access to founders and investors shaping the future of tech
Thank You to Our Sponsors
fnIRL 2025 was made possible by the generous support of our partners:
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Wilson Sonsini – International law firm for startups and high-growth companies
