Y Combinator: Insights from Alumni

​Hey there startup founders!

​Y Combinator (YC) is the most renowned startup accelerator in the world, but is it the right fit for you? And how can you get in?

​Join us for an informal and insightful workshop hosted by YC alumni and 2100 Ventures where we’ll dive into everything you need to know about YC ahead of its upcoming Winter Application (W26).

​Event Highlights:

• ​Is YC Right for You? We'll break down the pros and cons of applying to YC based on your startup type.

• ​Application Deep Dive: Get insights on how to write a killer application that grabs attention.

• ​Interview Prep: Learn the ins and outs of the YC interview process. We’ll accept a couple of participants from the audience to volunteer for a mock interview session.

​​​Details:

• ​Location: Cariplo Factory — an innovation hub that nurtures talent through experiential training, entrepreneurial support, open innovation projects, and venture capital investments with the mission to empower founders to achieve their full potential.

• ​Networking Aperitif: Stick around after the event for a networking aperitif to connect with fellow entrepreneurs and speakers.

​Who Should Attend: This event is ideal for Idea stage or Pre-Seed Startup Founders who are thinking of applying to Y Combinator's upcoming batches. Spaces are limited so please fill in details of your startups. Priority will be given to startup founders applying to the W26 and S26 Batches.

​YC W26 Details: YC is accepting applications for the Winter 2026 Batch funding cycle (Jan-March in SF). The deadline to apply is November 10. More info here.

​The event is an initiative of 2100 Ventures, YC Alumni and Cariplo Factory and is not an official YC event.