MCLEAN, Va. - eTradeWire -- Washington, D.C. region boasts a vibrant and rapidly growing startup ecosystem, offering entrepreneurs an abundance of resources to support their journey. However, many early-stage founders are unaware of the myriad resources available, the distinctions between them, and which ones are best suited for their needs. This event aims to bridge that gap.

The Founder Institute (FI), the world's largest pre-seed startup accelerator, in partnership with the SOAR Community Network, is excited to announce an in-person event on June 27th, celebrating the 15th anniversary of the Founder Institute and welcoming our new partner, the SOAR Community Network. This event will gather the DMV tech ecosystem and offer invaluable insights for early-stage founders. Thanks to our host sponsor, Industrious, for making this event possible.

SOAR Community Network is dedicated to cultivating leaders who embody empathy and proactive compassion. Through their comprehensive team and leadership development programs, SOAR helps organizations successfully grow and maintain healthy organizational cultures. By empowering leaders to uplift their teams and align efforts towards a shared vision, SOAR ensures that startups can thrive in dynamic markets, making a meaningful difference in their communities and industries. Visit their website to learn more about SOAR Community Network (https://soarcommunitynetwork.com/).

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Event Details:

Date: June 27, 2024
Time: 6pm
Location: Industrious (https://www.industriousoffice.com/) Union Market, 1255 Union St NE, Washington, D.C.

What You'll Learn:

• Local organizations that can help launch and grow your startup
• Little-known resources that benefit your industry
• How to find mentors, co-founders, and accelerators
• Uncovering your team strengths and caution areas for successful growth
• Additional sources of support for early-stage founders
• Grants, government resources, and accelerator benefits

Ecosystem Organizations Attending:

• Small Business Administration (SBA) (SBA (https://www.sba.gov/)): The SBA helps entrepreneurs start and grow businesses through planning, making key financial decisions, and completing legal activities. Founders can access various resources, including grants (SBA Grants (https://www.sba.gov/business-guide/10-steps-sta...)).
• Department of Insurance, Securities & Banking (DISB) (DISB (https://disb.dc.gov/innovation)): DISB's Office of Innovation drives innovation in the financial services industry, promoting economic growth and financial inclusion in D.C. They encourage the development and adoption of technology-based financial products and services, particularly for underserved communities.

Join Us: We invite all aspiring and early-stage founders, industry professionals, and supporters of the startup ecosystem to join us for this landmark event. Celebrate with us as we reflect on 15 years of innovation and look forward to many more years of entrepreneurial success. Learn more about the Founder Institute by visiting their website, www.fi.co.

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Registration: To register for the event, please visit: https://fi.co/event/dmv-startup-ecosystem-netwo....