fnIRL 2026: Fundraising in the Age of AI

​fnIRL is back — better than ever.

​Last year, 100 founders and 20 funds spent a day and a half together — learning from each other about fundraising, meeting investors, and building the kind of relationships that only happen in person. Mike Maples talked Pattern Breakers and signed copies. StartEngine was in the room. FN Fund portfolio founders and both emerging and established managers presented. We had a pre-party the night before and an after-party day of.

​This year will feature more interactive programming and networking for building lifelong relationships with fellow members.

​What to expect:

• ​Learn from fellow founders and investors about fundraising in the current landscape

• ​Hear from top speakers and fund managers

• ​A day and a half of real, in-person connection you can not get anywhere else

• ​Pre-party the night before, after-party day of

​Pricing:

• ​$599 for guests

• ​Room block available to help with travel costs

​Location and full agenda TBA

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​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.