Monday, February 3, 2025
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM PT Online Event
Employee to Entrepreneur: How to Make the Trasition to Startup Founder
Do you want to start your own technology company but don't know where to begin? You are not alone. Every day, millions of people go to jobs they don't enjoy, but few take the leap to change their path. At the "Employee to Entrepreneur" event, you'll hear inspiring stories, practical tips, and best practices from those who left their jobs to build their own startups. Learn from Taj Adhav, Founder of Leasecake, and Ivan Francis, Co-Founder & CEO of ARGONETA, as they share their journeys, challenges, and insights on transitioning from employee to entrepreneur. At the end, attendees will have the chance to network with other aspiring founders.
Who Should Attend?
Anyone who dreams of launching their own company.
Anyone with an idea for a new business either launched inside their employer or independently.
Anyone curious about being an entrepreneur someday.
What Are Some of the Topics?
What is the difference between being an employee versus being a founder.
What to consider before becoming an entrepreneur.
How do you know when the time is right to quit.
What are the first steps in the entrepreneurial journey.
Featured Speakers:
Ivan Francis - Co-Founder & CEO at ARGONETA - Mr. Francis is the Co-founder and CEO of ARGONETA, that creates underwater habitats for safe, affordable, and accessible work, play, and living experiences . He has over 20 years of scuba diving experience and holds AQUANAUT, underwater habitat maintenance, and mine diver certifications, in addition to his PADI Advanced Open Water rating. Ivan is a former consultant with Kearney and Deloitte who has held Strategy, Transformation, M&A and Engineering roles with several global organizations including IMAX, General Motors, Ford and Xerox. He is a member of the SeaAhead bluetech startup platform and the Marine Technology Society.
Taj Adhav - Founder at Leasecake - He is the founder of Leasecake, a software service revolutionizing lease management for commercial real estate owners, brokers, and tenants. With a background in business and technology, he has dedicated his career to simplifying complex processes and driving value for stakeholders. Leveraging expertise in business transformation, product strategy, and commercialization, he has a proven track record of delivering innovative solutions, creating new revenue streams, and driving sustainable growth. His entrepreneurial mindset and leadership skills empower teams to tackle challenges, forge strategic partnerships, and achieve measurable success in competitive markets.
Thanks to Founder Institute for the listing and graphics for this virtual startup event.
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