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We've been on "the edge" of our seats, busting to let you know where the next Future Horizons Festival will be coming to you from.... We are really so very excited to let you know that this year we will at the best venue in town - The Edge. Fed Square!! There will be more incredible speakers, more incredible panels and more networking opportunities than ever before! Speakers are going to be announced in the coming days, we promise you won't be disappointed! Be sure to grab your early bird tickets soon! And there are a couple of sponsorship spots still available, so be sure to get in touch!!

I had a fantastic time sharing my thoughts on resilience at The Startup Network's webinar. It's always rewarding to connect with fellow founders and offer support. The Startup Network is doing incredible work in fostering a thriving startup community. I'm excited to be a part of it! Thanks to Rahul Jhaveri & Ricki Mulia for letting us share our experiences. #startup #entrepreneur #resilience #innovation #thestartupnetwork

If you have no plans for lunch today, we would love if you join us for a free and valuable lunch event! You can learn all about resilience tactics from founders who have been through it all. A few tickets are still available, we hope to see you today at 12:00PM! Tickets can be found in the comments section!

"Which reflection prompts do you find most useful as a way to step back and think about your business, your team or your own leadership?" We've collected top founders' go-to answers to that very question on The Review today. My favorite moments on The Review are we can tap the wider brain trust of builders we've interviewed over the past 10+ years to crowd-source resources that will be practically useful to founders. Always grateful to the folks like Rahul Vohra, Laura Behrens Wu, Sasha Orloff, Kareem Amin, Eilon Reshef, Wes Kao, Colin Zima, Shensi Ding, Ravi Mehta and so many others who show up and share.

Ever wonder what you should choose for your tech stack? Well our friends at Appomate are discussing that this afternoon. Join them for a free virtual event, and find out the answers to the questions you have, and start building today! https://lnkd.in/grbWuufS

What if your greatest mistakes became the foundation of your biggest success? As founders, challenges and setbacks are inevitable. But it’s not the mistakes that define you—it’s how you bounce back, learn, and grow from them. Join us for “Resilience: How to Leverage Mistakes for Startup Success,” where you’ll gain actionable strategies from founders who’ve turned obstacles into opportunities. Brought to you by The Startup Network & Jhavtech Studios. 💡 What You’ll Gain: ✅ Real-world lessons from experienced founders who’ve been in the trenches. ✅ Strategies to transform mistakes into growth opportunities. ✅ Tools to develop resilience and thrive in the face of challenges. 🗓 When: Thursday, December 12, 2024 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM AEDT 📍 Where: Virtual (Zoom link provided upon registration) 🎟️ Tickets: Free! Spots are limited—secure yours today. ✨ Every mistake is an opportunity to grow. Join us and discover how to build resilience for your entrepreneurial journey. Tickets are still available, check out the comments section for the link, see you there!

How do you go from nearly losing your business to creating one of the most beloved brands in the world? That’s the story of Sara Blakely, the founder of Spanx. Before her billion-dollar success, Blakely faced rejection after rejection when pitching her idea for footless pantyhose. Even manufacturers turned her down, calling her concept unworkable. Without industry connections or prior experience, she maxed out her credit cards and worked tirelessly to bring her product to life. But Blakely didn’t let the setbacks stop her. Instead, she leveraged her grit, creativity, and belief in her idea to push forward. Today, Spanx is a global phenomenon, and Blakely is celebrated as one of the most inspiring self-made entrepreneurs of our time. Setbacks didn’t define Blakely, and they don’t have to define you. Join us for “Resilience: How to Leverage Mistakes for Startup Success,” where you’ll gain actionable strategies from founders who’ve been there and bounced back. Brought to you by The Startup Network & Jhavtech Studios. 💡 What You’ll Gain: ✅ Insights from Matthew Washington and Svetislav Duric, co-founders of Rent-Venture, about navigating challenges. ✅ Real-world strategies for leveraging mistakes to grow your startup. ✅ Tips for building resilience and thriving despite setbacks. 🗓 When: Thursday, December 12, 2024 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM AEDT 📍 Where: Virtual (Zoom link provided upon registration) 🎟️ Tickets: Free! Secure yours now—spots are limited. ✨ Every failure is an opportunity in disguise. Join us to learn how to turn challenges into opportunities for success. Click here for tickets: https://lnkd.in/g7PkrWbz Ryan Burns Vicki Stirling Desmond John Ricki Mulia Rahul Jhaveri

How do you turn being the biggest failure in Silicon Valley into creating a company worth $40 billion? That’s the story of Reid Hoffman, the founder of LinkedIn. Before LinkedIn became the professional networking giant we know today, Hoffman’s first social networking startup, SocialNet, was a complete flop. Despite investing years into building it, the platform never gained traction. Hoffman could have given up after SocialNet’s failure, but instead, he used the experience as a stepping stone. He analyzed what went wrong, identified gaps in the market, and ultimately launched LinkedIn in 2003. By focusing on professional networking—a niche that was overlooked at the time—Hoffman turned his lessons from failure into a roadmap for success. Today, LinkedIn is an essential tool for professionals worldwide, and Hoffman’s story is proof that failure is not the end—it’s just another step on the path to success. Ready to learn how to turn your setbacks into your greatest opportunities? Join us for “Resilience: How to Leverage Mistakes for Startup Success”, where you’ll gain actionable strategies from founders who’ve been there and bounced back. Brought to you by The Startup Network & Jhavtech Studios 💡 What You’ll Gain: ✅ Insights from Matthew Washington and Svetislav Duric, co-founders of Rent-Venture, about navigating challenges. ✅ Real-world strategies for leveraging mistakes to grow your startup. ✅ Tips for building resilience and thriving despite setbacks. 🗓 When: Thursday, December 12, 2024 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM AEDT 📍 Where: Virtual (Zoom link provided upon registration) 🎟️ Tickets: Free! Secure yours now—spots are limited. ✨ Every failure is a chance to learn, grow, and innovate. Join us and discover how to turn challenges into opportunities. Click here for tickets: https://lnkd.in/g7PkrWbz Ryan Burns Vicki Stirling Desmond John Ricki Mulia Rahul Jhaveri

How do you turn a company teetering on the brink of bankruptcy into a global success story worth billions? That’s the story of Howard Schultz, the man who transformed Starbucks from a small coffee shop chain into the world’s largest coffeehouse empire. But his path wasn’t without major setbacks. In the early days, Schultz faced constant rejections from investors who doubted his vision of bringing Italian-style espresso bars to the U.S. Later, as Starbucks expanded, rapid growth led to operational missteps and financial struggles. At one point, Schultz had to step away as CEO, only to return in 2008 during the global financial crisis to save the company from collapsing. How did he do it? By confronting mistakes head-on, cutting losses, doubling down on Starbucks’ core values, and reimagining the customer experience. Today, Starbucks isn’t just a coffee brand—it’s a global phenomenon. Setbacks didn’t stop Schultz, and they shouldn’t stop you. Join us for “Resilience: How to Leverage Mistakes for Startup Success” to learn how to turn challenges into stepping stones, just like Schultz and other iconic founders. Brought to you by The Startup Network & Jhavtech Studios 💡 What You’ll Gain: ✅ Real-world lessons from Rent-Venture’s founders, Matthew Washington and Svetislav Duric. ✅ Strategies to turn mistakes into opportunities for growth. ✅ Insights into building a resilient mindset for startup success. 🗓 When: Thursday, December 12, 2024 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM AEDT 📍 Where: Virtual (Zoom link provided upon registration) 🎟️ Tickets: Free! Don’t miss your chance to secure your spot. ✨ Mistakes are part of the process. Resilience is the key to thriving despite them. Join us to learn how to turn failure into fuel for your success. Click here for tickets: https://lnkd.in/g7PkrWbz Vicki Stirling Ryan Burns Desmond John Ricki Mulia Rahul Jhaveri

How do you go from being labeled the “worst CEO of the year” to building a $40 billion company that redefined e-commerce? Ask Tobias Lütke, founder and CEO of Shopify. Early in his entrepreneurial journey, Lütke faced skepticism from investors and experts alike. His decision to transition from a snowboarding business to an e-commerce platform was questioned, and Shopify's early attempts at scaling were riddled with mistakes. At one point, Shopify struggled with cash flow, scalability, and building a competitive edge in a crowded market. But instead of letting these setbacks define him, Lütke focused on learning from every failure. His perseverance and commitment to innovation transformed Shopify into one of the leading e-commerce platforms globally, empowering millions of entrepreneurs. The lesson? Setbacks aren’t the end—they’re the beginning of something better. Join us for “Resilience: How to Leverage Mistakes for Startup Success,” where you’ll discover how to turn challenges into opportunities, just like Lütke and countless other founders. Brought to you by The Startup Network and Jhavtech Studios. 💡 What You’ll Gain: ✅ Real-world lessons from Matthew Washington and Svetislav Duric, founders of Rent-Venture. ✅ Strategies to turn mistakes into stepping stones for success. ✅ Insights into building a resilient mindset for startup growth. 🗓 When: Thursday, December 12, 2024 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM AEDT 📍 Where: Virtual (Zoom link provided upon registration) 🎟️ Tickets: Free! Space is limited—secure your spot today. ✨ Entrepreneurship is about embracing the journey, mistakes and all. Learn how to thrive, no matter what challenges come your way. Click here for tickets: https://lnkd.in/g7PkrWbz Vicki Stirling Ryan Burns Desmond John Ricki Mulia Rahul Jhaveri