UGLY TALK: FOUNDERS OPEN MIC FORT LAUDERDALE
Building a business is rarely a straight line. Tight budgets, uncertain markets, missed opportunities, and difficult decisions can put even the strongest vision under pressure. But those messy moments can also reveal what matters, what needs to change, and what’s worth building next.
This Open Mic brings entrepreneurs and founders together to share the honest stories behind their businesses—without the polished pitch or the highlight reel. Together, we’ll talk about navigating the pressure of the present, strengthening the foundations of our businesses, and building what comes next with clarity and optimism.
Tough cycles create clear vision. Come share what you’re building for tomorrow.
🎯 Why you should be in this room.
Hear real founder stories about setbacks, pivots, and lessons learned along the way.
Meet entrepreneurs and people who support them across Fort Lauderdale and South Florida.
Find fresh perspective on building through uncertainty.
Share what you’re working on—or come ready to listen and connect.
💬 What's on the table.
The decisions and setbacks that tested a business’s foundations.
How founders adapted when the original plan stopped working.
Finding clarity and opportunity when resources feel tight.
The people, practices, and ideas that help businesses keep moving.
What Fort Lauderdale entrepreneurs are building for the future.
🙋 Who's getting in.
Founders and small business owners building across industries.
Startup builders and operators navigating their next stage of growth.
Startup builders and operators navigating their next stage of growth.
Entrepreneurs working through a pivot, a challenge, or a new opportunity.
Investors and community members who support local businesses.
Anyone curious about the real stories behind building in South Florida.
🤝 Who's backing this.
Crown Center Executive Suites
Crown Center Executive Suites offers flexible offices, meeting rooms, and virtual office solutions in a professional community in North Fort Lauderdale. With a welcoming professional community and dedicated on-site support, it gives entrepreneurs and growing businesses space to work, connect, and grow.
⭐ About Ugly Talk
Started in 2019, Ugly Talk has been transforming business setbacks into breakthrough "aha!" moments by hosting unfiltered, no-nonsense events where battle-tested entrepreneurs share their raw lessons and insights.
With a growing presence in cities like New York, Chicago, San Francisco, and Miami, we've built a vibrant community of thousands of founders and industry leaders making a profound impact on the entrepreneurial landscape.
Official Website: UglyTalk.com
📢 Important Notice for Ugly Talk Attendees
Admission & Confirmation
Attendance is by approval only. Approved guests will receive a confirmation email along with a calendar invite. Invitations are non-transferable. Additional event details will be shared as the event approaches.
Code of Conduct
By attending, you agree to:
Maintain respect and professionalism, adhering to all venue rules, policies, and applicable laws.
Refrain from harassment, discrimination, unwelcome sexual advances (verbal or physical), intimidation, or inappropriate photography/recording.
Report any violations to the event hosts immediately.
Violations may result in immediate removal from the event and exclusion from future invitations.
Liability & Risk
Participation is voluntary and at your own risk. The event organizers, hosts, sponsors, and venue are not liable for personal injury, lost or stolen belongings, or any other damages incurred during the event.
Media Consent
By attending, you grant the event organizers and affiliated entities the right to capture, use, and distribute photos, videos, and audio recordings of you for promotional, marketing, and other lawful purposes, including digital and print media, advertising, and social media. You waive any right to inspect or approve the final materials and release all claims related to their use.
Communications
By registering, you agree to receive marketing and promotional communications from Ugly Talk and its co-hosts, partners, and sponsors. You may unsubscribe at any time.
Agreement
If you do not agree to this Code of Conduct, please refrain from attending the event.
🚀 Join us to stay updated on upcoming Ugly Talk events!