Outsider Roots in NYC

​Bringing together up to 50 exceptional tech talent with outsider roots (immigrants, Midwest, etc.) who are based in NYC. Join us for an evening to connect with other high achievers in NYC tech and riff on the fast-paced AI world upending software.

​​Hosted by Redbud VC and Outsiders Fund and sponsored by our friends at Rho

​​Redbud VC is a pre-seed venture capital firm investing nationally in generational founders who are strengthened by struggle. Redbud partners from the first check through pre-seed, providing operator-led support and access to a network of experienced builders. Since the founders of EquipmentShare [$EQPT / top 25 YC] launched the firm in 2023, Redbud has invested in 38 companies across more than 20 cities, delivering top decile returns.

​Outsiders Fund is an early-stage venture capital firm focused on identifying opportunities where technology will disrupt traditional, incumbent industries. It seeks founders with atypical backgrounds and out-of-the-box thinking.

​Rho is the all-in-one banking platform for startups and the accountants supporting them. With banking setup in minutes, 2% cashback cards, and powerful tools for managing spend, paying bills, and closing the books, Rho helps high-growth startups move fast and stay focused, backed by support that goes to the end of the earth to help you win.

​​​​Rho is a fintech company, not a bank. Checking and card services are provided by Webster Bank, N.A., member FDIC; savings account services are provided by American Deposit Management Co. and its partner banks.