Ascend '26: Sydney to Silicon Valley: The Founder's Survival Guide

​Go beyond the highlight reel with Australian founders expanding into the US, and the investors and operators backing them.

​Stripe, Airtree and Stone & Chalk bring together founders who’ve made the move and investors assessing those decisions to unpack what US market entry actually involves: the numbers, hiring decisions, customer conversations and diligence questions you should expect.

​We’ll also get practical about setting up and operating in the US, including tax and compliance obligations, when you actually need a US entity, and what founders should have in place before making the move.

​Stripe will share how Atlas can simplify incorporation and help founders establish essential business infrastructure. For businesses selling digital products, we’ll also explore how Stripe can act as merchant of record, including managing global tax registration and filing.

​You’ll leave with practical insights, clearer next steps and access to experts who can help you navigate the US market with greater confidence.