Spill The Tea | Check, Raise, Fold: Sales Lessons from 10k+ Hours of Poker
Ready to get a masterclass in risk, strategy, and high-stakes decision-making?
Join us for our next Spill The Tea session, where we'll unpack the surprising parallels between the poker table and the startup world. This is your chance to learn how to apply the mindset of a professional poker player to your sales strategies and entrepreneurial journey.
We are thrilled to welcome Nate Wang, a seasoned founder and an accomplished poker player, to share his unique insights.
About the Speaker: Nate Wang is a founder and sales expert with over two decades of experience, having helped teams from Pre-seed to Series C. He's a veteran of the startup ecosystem, with an impressive track record from YC, MassChallenge, and HAX Accelerator, and now runs his own consultancy, Alinea Ventures, right here in Porto.
His impressive professional journey is matched only by his unique experience at the poker table. With over 10,000 hours dedicated to the game, Nate has mastered the art of calculated risk, strategic thinking, and reading a room—skills that are invaluable in any commercial setting.
What to Expect: In this fireside chat, Nate will walk us through the essential lessons he learned from poker that are directly applicable to building a successful business. We'll explore:
When to check and conserve resources.
When to raise and go all-in on an opportunity.
When to fold and cut your losses.
The session will be a casual 45-minute fireside chat, which will include time for an interactive Q&A. Come prepared with your questions, as this is a truly unique opportunity to learn how to play your cards right in the world of sales and entrepreneurship.
Key Details:
Who is this for? Founders, sales & marketing leaders, and all members of the Founders Founders community.
Location: Founders Founders (Auditorium)
Community Building: We'll have a dedicated networking session with snacks and drinks provided.
RSVP to save your spot! We look forward to seeing you there.