Founders Dinner & (Optional) Poker 2.0, September 2024 -- Great Food, Wine, and People
Join us for an evening of great food, conversations, and an (optional) friendly, low-stakes game of poker!
Please see our statement of inclusivity below.
Premium Event
This event is free for Level 1 & Level 2 members, but Level 0 members have a cost of $10.00. If you would like to attend this (and future) premium events for free, upgrade to Level 1 ($10/month) or Level 2 ($30/month) here: UPGRADE
Founders Dinner and Startup Poker 2.0 events have been running continuously for more than 18 years. If you are new to the Startup Haven network, you should know that this is a fun, very-low-stakes poker game and that we embrace diversity, open conversations, and learning. Playing in the poker game is not required; but it is a ton of fun and you might just win some cash and/or a cool sponsor prize!
If you're new to these events, please familiarize yourself with the details by reviewing the Startup Haven Event Basics web page and make sure to bring cash.
Poker
The poker game after dinner is 100% optional.
Beginner poker players are encouraged to attend! This is a nice, friendly game of low-stakes poker and the first buy-in starts at just $10. If you don't want to play poker, that's fine, too -- just come for dinner and conversations!
Details on the poker game can be found here: Poker Basics Webpage.
Please make sure to bring cash.
Random and Guaranteed Poker Seats
Just a reminder that in the event that more than 40 attendees want to play poker, Level 2 members will be settled first and then we will cut cards for the remaining seats.
Startup Haven
Startup Haven Ventures is a fund, an accelerator and a network of more than 2,300 vetted, venture-scale founders and investors.
Sponsors Make it Happen
Startup Haven and these events would not be possible without the support of our awesome sponsors. They buy all the food, drink, poker chips, cards, trophies, etc. so please thank them when you see them.
Safety Concerns
If you are sick, or have loved ones that are vulnerable, please consider coming to future events instead.
If you have safety concerns and would like someone to accompany you to your vehicle, we would be happy to accommodate you, just let one of our team members know or email us in advance at membership@startuphaven.com. Thank you!
Inclusivity
We acknowledge that poker, as well as the tech and startup community, has historically been male-dominated. However, we are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all members and players.
We strongly encourage women, people of color, and individuals from all underrecognized groups to join us at our events.
Your presence enriches the experience for everyone, and we are dedicated to ensuring that our poker community is diverse, respectful, and inclusive.
Read here, here and here for more about why we play poker at Startup Haven, and believe that poker is for everyone.
Our special thanks to:
Columbia Tower Club