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Founders Live<\/a>\u00a0is a social platform and media channel created by\u00a0Nick Hughes<\/a>. It includes unique and unforgettable 99-second pitch competitions in selected cities creating local founder celebrities, and bursts open additional pockets of creativity and entrepreneurial activity. Also, it delivers curated articles, videos, live-streamed expert talks, AMA\u2019s, posts, and private member messaging that together make them world-class entrepreneurs.<\/p>\n

LET\u2019S HAVE A LOOK AT THE BACKGROUND<\/b><\/h4>\n

It all started on a rainy Friday in Seattle.<\/p>\n

Nick Hughes noticed a growing disconnect between inner early-stage entrepreneurial circles and the more general global business population. Usually, local business networking events lacked uniqueness, authenticity, and inspiration. Pitch events tended to be too long, too detailed and often simply lost the audience’s attention. He also noticed how disconnected the pockets of local entrepreneurial activity are around the world. During the research, he noticed that most of the social media platforms were ill-suited for entrepreneurs who desire connection, content, and relevant experiences. Combining it all, Nick felt hard-pressed to find a centralized environment to connect with other entrepreneurs around the world. He wanted to give a possibility to highlight emerging entrepreneurial talent, discover relevant and up-to-date content, all within a brand that tied together with the detached and separate local startup cultures into the wider global entrepreneurial community.<\/p>\n

In March 2014, Nick organized a small gathering for the Seattle startup community, but with a little twist. Nick wanted to create a fun and casual networking event, and at the same time, he wanted to offer an opportunity for early-stage founders to announce something they recently launched to a roomful of eager entrepreneurs, potential partners, and employees. What started as a simple monthly gathering emerged into a must-see event with a cult-like following in the city of Seattle. Nick realized if this event was so popular in Seattle, it would probably be popular in other parts of the world too.<\/p>\n

THE BIRTH OF FOUNDERS LIVE<\/b><\/h4>\n

Founders Live was launched in May 2016, to inspire, educate and entertain entrepreneurs around the world. In the fall same year, Nick decided to bring it to other corners of the world. The unique event equation offers a values-driven community, fast-paced pitch competitions, real-time audience voting, live streaming to social media, and inspiring leadership.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Founders Live growth hinges on the ability to expand the signature event into new cities, spreading its influence and gaining members along the way. In just five years the Founders Live event has reached almost 70 cities and launches two new cities each month on average.\u00a0<\/p>\n

THE FOUNDERS LIVE CORE VALUES<\/b><\/h4>\n