Q1 Final Stretch: Member Wins & Profile Update Alert!💥 The FF Newsletter

RSVP for Session 3 of our Storytelling Series next Thursday 03/14 @ 2pm PT/5pm ET

Hola FounderFamilia!

We're entering the final stretch of Q1! If you've missed any events earlier this quarter, don't worry—we still have plenty for you to attend. Make sure you don't miss out by checking the FF Q1 Programming Page (linked below). Additionally, mark your calendars and RSVP for our upcoming Storytelling session: "Presence & Public Speaking," a favorite among Robbie's clients, happening next Thursday. Find session details and the RSVP link below!

What to expect:

  • 💢 Major Updates: FounderFamilia Profile Update

  • 🏆 Community Wins & News: Wins for Silabuz, Tobly, & Greether

  • 📅 Programming: Storytelling Session 3 & LBAN’s SOLE

  • 👩🏾‍💻 Who’s Hiring? Senior Marketer (Route)

  • 💁‍♂️💁‍♀️ Community Spotlight: Keyzii on Product Hunt

  • 🔊 Call to action: Referrals

💢Major Updates

❗❗IMPORTANT: FounderFamilia Profile Update❗❗

Earlier this week, the FF Team sent a link to a form meant for collecting membership profile updates via email. As we continue to plan for the rest of 2024 and beyond, we want to make sure we have the most up-to-date info on what's going on with our members - it helps us provide the best, most relevant programming and opportunities!

Please take a few minutes to fill out the form if you haven't already. In case you didn't receive the email (Subject: "2024 Member Profile Update [VERY IMPORTANT]"), shoot Jonathan Chavez a DM!

🏆Community Wins & News

💥Silabuz x Texas McCombs School of Business

Left to Right: John, Alonso, Ria, and Ellis

Congratulations to Alonso, founder of Silabuz and FounderFamilia member, on an exciting partnership with the Texas McCombs School of Business! Alonso shared his journey of collaborating with a talented MBA student team—Ellis Valdez, John Thomas, and Ria S.—to enhance Silabuz's value proposition using AI to streamline talent screening and hiring processes for major US companies. Their dedication and enthusiasm are truly inspiring, and we can't wait to see the innovative solutions they develop together. Kudos to Prof. Michael Peterson for facilitating this opportunity, and best wishes to Alonso and the entire team for continued success! 🎉👏

📽Pablo Carvallo on ConnexFM📽

I am deeply honored to have been interviewed and acknowledged by ConnexFM, the largest facilities maintenance association in the United States. This recognition not only humbles me but also reinforces my commitment to excellence in our industry.

- Pablo Carvallo

🎇Greether for the a16z Talent x Opportunity Initiative Spring 2024 Cohort🎇

Big win for Vanessa, founder of Greether and FounderFamilia member, for being selected for the esteemed a16z Talent x Opportunity Initiative Spring 2024 cohort! 🎉 This initiative isn't just about funding—it's a platform for culturally inspired innovation and a supportive community for under-networked founders and cultural leaders. Vanessa's inclusion in this cohort is a testament to her vision and leadership in revolutionizing how women experience the world through Greether. We're inspired by her commitment to making travel safer and more accessible for all. Let's join Vanessa in celebrating this milestone and stay tuned for the incredible journey ahead with TxO! 🌟

📅Programming

🎟Upcoming Events

Storytelling Series with Robbie Crabtree | Session 3: Stage Presence & Public Speaking

Join both FounderFamilia and VCFamilia for the second session in our Storytelling Series for Investors, led by Robbie Crabtree, founder and CEO of Competitive Storytelling.

About the Session:

Public speaking plays a huge part in a founder and investor’s life. It's one of those skills that with a little bit of effort and the right guidance can be one of your strengths. The key is understanding how to bring out the best version of your authentic voice. This includes pacing, tone, volume, and musicality. When you implement these tactics and tools, you will be able to command any room and inspire the people around you. 

Robbie Crabtree used these skills as a trial lawyer in 102 jury trials. He used them when he was teaching students at SMU Law School and he's trained thousands of founders on how to become a great public speaker. You'll walk away with a new belief in your own public speaking ability. 

Like Maya Angelou said, "people will never forget how you made them feel." This session makes sure you leave them feeling inspired by your vision and bought into your mission.

Webinar Details:

  • 📆 Thursday, March 14th

  • ⏰ 2pm PST/ 5pm EST

  • 💻Location: Virtual, Zoom link provided upon approval

  • RSVP here!

For Founders: Visit our FounderFamilia Q1 Programming Page to learn more about what LFF has in store for founders.

For Investors (share with your investors & networks!): Visit our VCFamilia Q1 Programming Page to learn more about what LFF has in store for investors and RSVP for events!

📣 Spread the Word

LBAN SOLE Conference

On behalf of our partners, the Latino Business Action Network (LBAN), and the Stanford Graduate School of Business Latino Entrepreneurship Initiative (SLEI), we are pleased to invite you to join LFF for the 9th Annual State of Latino Entrepreneurship (SOLE) Summit!

LBAN’s Startup Accelerator - Applications Open!

Calling all Latine entrepreneurs! Take your business to the next level with LBAN's Startup Accelerator at Stanford. This 9-week hybrid program provides mentorship, capital matchmaking, and courses from top Stanford professors.

Get ready to be empowered and establish crucial business principles, accelerating growth and traction. After graduating, you will join a mutually supportive ecosystem of over 1,100 Latine entrepreneurs who understand the unique challenges of growing a business as a Latine entrepreneur. Plus, after completing the program, you'll receive a certificate from Stanford GSB Executive Education.

This is an accelerator for Latine founders that have generated $1M+ in revenue or have raised $200K to $1.5M from Venture Capitalists (VCs) or Angel Investors.

👩🏾‍💻Who’s Hiring?

Route looking for a Senior Growth Marketer

Hey FounderFamilia, I am looking for a senior marketing manager or growth marketer that has grown with a small startup and helped taken them from 100 users to 1,000’s of users in a B2B SaaS environment. Looking for a marketing ninja that has a passion to Lead and build a team. A desire to be CMO or Head of Marketing; someone with a passion to help the small business blue collar community. Must live in Chicago!

- Ricardo Regalado, CEO & Founder of Route

If interested shoot an email to [email protected]!

Let us know if you or any other startup you know is in need of filling a position and we’ll post it here in this section of the newsletter. To be featured here, fill out the form below!

💁‍♀️💁‍♂️Founder Community Spotlight

Keyzii, is now live on Product Hunt! 🌟 Keyzii offers a robust technology stack that empowers users with instant, collaborative, and seamless communication tools. We're impressed by their dedication and innovation in creating such a valuable platform. 🙌 Head over to Keyzii on Product Hunt to show your support by giving them a share and a like!

Don't forget to visit www.keyzii.com to watch the demo video and explore more about what they offer. Plus, take advantage of their exclusive deal for the first 200 users! 🎁 Let's celebrate this incredible accomplishment and join us in congratulating Sergio Fernandez and the Keyzii team! 🥳

FounderFamilia is a grassroots community for founders, let us know if you’d like to be featured. We are stronger together, and we want to amplify your wins- click below to be featured in our next newsletter!

🔊Call to Action: Referrals

Do you know someone who would be a perfect fit for our community? Send them this link and have them apply to our community!

Investors, see u in 2 weeks!