Startup Grind is a global startup community, actively educating, inspiring and connecting 3.5 million entrepreneurs in more than 525 cities. Founded in Silicon Valley, we nurture startup ecosystems in 125 countries through local and international events and partnerships with organizations like Google for Startups, AWS and Global Silicon Valley. Our values are what set us apart. We believe in making friends not contacts, in giving not taking, and helping others before helping ourselves. These values are what continue to drive us in Rochester, and so many people around the world. Here are the first 4 steps I recommend to do in less than 5 minutes....Starter Kit Want to practice your pitch? Get feedback? Or make an ask of the community? Want to become a Mentor, Partner or Sponsor? Want swag?Help us make Genesee Valley the next Silicon Valley!
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Our Values
We believe in making friends, not contacts. We believe in giving first, not taking. We believe in helping others before helping yourself.
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