A/B Talks: Founders by Founders
- Date
- 2024-08-01
- Location
- Seattle, WA, USA
- Host
- Statsig Event Calendar
About this event
Building a company can be lonely, especially when the most useful conversations are the ones you rarely get to have in public. A/B Talks: Founders by Founders is designed to change that with an in-person evening in Seattle centered on candid, practical exchange between people who are actively building. This is not a polished conference or a generic mixer. It is a founder-focused meetup where the value comes from honest stories, sharp questions, and the kind of peer connection that helps you think more clearly about what to do next. About the Event A/B Talks: Founders by Founders brings together founders and founder-minded people for a community-driven conversation around what it actually takes to build. The title says a lot about the format: this is a space shaped by people doing the work, for others who understand the pace, uncertainty, and ambition that come with starting something. The event sits at the intersection of community, networking, and real discussion. Expect a room where people are there to meet one another, trade perspective, and talk through the decisions, tradeoffs, and lessons that often matter more than polished advice. Whether you are early in the journey or already deep into company-building, the focus is on substance over posturing. Because this is an in-person Seattle gathering, the experience is meant to feel conversational and accessible. You should expect the energy of a meetup, but with a clear theme: founders learning directly from other founders. That makes it a good fit for people who want connection with context, not just a stack of introductions. What to Expect The evening begins with the simple but important part: arriving, settling in, and meeting the room. Early conversations often set the tone for the rest of the event, so there will be natural opportunities to introduce yourself, share what you are building or exploring, and get a sense of who is there. From there, expect a program built around founder-to-founder exchange. Depending on how the evening unfolds, that may include short talks, moderated conversation, open discussion, or a mix of structured and informal moments. The emphasis is on practical insight rather than performance. You can expect the experience to include themes such as: Real building stories rather than abstract theory Peer learning from others facing similar decisions Open conversation about challenges, momentum, and tradeoffs Networking with context, where introductions have a reason behind them Community connection with people who understand the founder path There is also value in what happens between the more formal moments. Side conversations before, during, and after the main discussion often lead to the most useful takeaways: a new perspective on a problem, a helpful local connection, or the relief of realizing other founders are navigating similar questions. Why Attend If you are building, considering building, or spending time around founders, this event offers something increasingly rare: signal without unnecessary noise. Instead of broad startup talk, you get a room anchored around shared experience and a format that makes direct learning possible. One of the biggest reasons to attend is perspective. Founders often spend a lot of time making decisions with limited information, and hearing how others approach similar situations can sharpen your own thinking. You may leave with a better way to frame a problem, a useful question to ask yourself, or a clearer sense of what matters right now. There is also a strong community reason to be in the room. Seattle has builders across industries and stages, and an in-person gathering like this creates a setting where relationships can start naturally. Not every valuable connection looks like immediate opportunity; sometimes it is a peer you can check in with later, someone who understands your space, or a conversation that changes your next move. Attend if you want: Candid founder insight from people with lived experience Thoughtful networking that goes beyond small talk A community setting where ambition and honesty can coexist Fresh ideas and practical perspective you can carry back into your work A better sense of the local founder ecosystem in Seattle Practical Details This is an in-person event in Seattle, USA, taking place on Wednesday, July 31 at 6:00 PM PDT. Because it is an evening meetup, it is well suited for people looking to step out of the workday and into a more conversational environment with other builders and community members. The in-person format matters here. Founder conversations tend to be better when people can read the room, ask follow-up questions naturally, and continue talking after the formal portion ends. If you are deciding whether to make time for this, think of it as an opportunity not just to attend a talk, but to be present in the community around it. A few simple ways to get the most out of the evening: Arrive on time so you can ease into the room and catch the opening flow of conversation Be ready to introduce yourself clearly in a sentence or two Come with a few real questions you would genuinely like to discuss Leave space for serendipity; some of the best outcomes come from the unplanned conversation If you care about startups, founder journeys, or meeting thoughtful people who are actively building, A/B Talks: Founders by Founders is a strong reason to spend your Wednesday evening in the room.
Who should attend
This is for people who want more than surface-level startup chatter and would rather spend an evening in thoughtful conversation with builders. - **You are a founder** and want to hear how other founders think through challenges, decisions, and day-to-day realities of building. - **You are early in your startup journey** and want exposure to real conversations that can help you better understand the path ahead. - **You are exploring an idea** and want to meet people who can offer grounded perspective, not just generic encouragement. - **You value community-driven networking** and prefer meeting people through shared context rather than random introductions. - **You are part of the Seattle startup ecosystem** and want to build stronger local relationships with ambitious, thoughtful people. - **You learn best through candid discussion** and are looking for practical insight you can actually use after the event. If you want a room full of people who understand the founder mindset and are open to real exchange, you will likely feel at home here.