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Founders Live New York City is Back for October!

Founders Live is NYC’s premier networking event for early-stage startups and part of the 

. Our monthly pitch competition welcomes anyone interested in New York City’s startup ecosystem, including founders, investors, operators, students, and more.

Attendees are invited to arrive with friends and coworkers up to an hour before (doors at 6:00) for networking and included refreshments.

Our October presenters will be announced shortly.

▸Interested in pitching at this or a future event?

The winner of the pitch competition will receive the following:

, featuring over $1,000,000 in cash savings on 100+ essential apps and services for startups.

 regional qualifiers with a chance to advance to our 

 is a premium, beautifully designed "third space" and urban oasis in the heart of SoHo (218 Lafayette St.). Bridging the gap between work, travel, and lifestyle, the venue offers versatile coworking spaces, private meeting rooms, and high-end amenities like luxury shower suites and luggage storage. It serves as the perfect city-center haven for remote workers, travelers, and professionals looking to work, connect, and refresh in an elegant, inspiring environment.

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