Building Startup Communities: A Two-Part Webinar Series with Techstars Founders

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Story by Xitlally Velasco

Techstars, a global startup accelerator firm, will host a two-part webinar to explore key principles and actionable strategies for building a thriving startup community.

Part 1: Building Thriving Startup Communities with Brad Feld & David Cohen

Jan. 30 at 12 p.m. ET

Kick-off the series with insights from Brad Feld, partner at Foundry, co-founder of Techstars, and renowned author of Startup Communities, alongside David Cohen, co-founder and CEO of Techstars.

What you’ll learn:

• The foundational principles behind thriving startup ecosystems.

• The vital roles entrepreneurs, leaders, and community events play in sustaining those communities.

• The long-term economic and cultural benefits of nurturing a robust startup community.

Part 2: How Startup Community Partnerships Work with David Cohen & Ryan Spillane

Feb. 6 at 12 p.m. ET

In the second session, David Cohen returns, this time joined by Ryan Spillane, Chief Commercial Officer at Techstars, to explore how partnerships can drive the growth of your local startup community.

What you’ll discover:

• Actionable steps to foster partnerships that contribute to community growth.

• The importance of inclusive activities that engage the entire entrepreneurial ecosystem.

• How consistent engagement creates a funnel of opportunities and lasting support for founders.