Filipina and Ben Pate (Zen Planner)

Jun 13, 2014, 12:15 – 3:15 AM (UTC)

Denver

Galvanize , 1062 Delaware Street, Denver, 80204

In 2006, Filipina and Ben Pate left their boring jobs, co-founded and bootstrapped to create Zen Planner, an online service for martial artists, gyms, and trainers. Together, after two rounds of funding and a private equity buyout, Zen Planner grew from a two-person startup to a growing company that currently serves 3,000+ CrossFit coaches, martial arts teachers and studio owners worldwide.

In-person event

About this event

Filipina Pate is an engaging, thoughtful and compassionate entrepreneur and leader with over 9 years of hands-on experience developing profitable products and creating a company culture that encourages innovation and brings out the best in employees.  She is a former professional sushi chef and is currently exploring the local slow food and urban gardening communities here in Denver. Ben Pate is a drummer, black belt, and software developer who has worked with technology since his shiny new Apple II computer. She passionately believes that everyone has creative potential and choosing to live a creative life in a courageous act. When she’s not cooking, she loves to go on hikes with Ben and their two amusing children. He's passionate about making simple, usable technology that makes a positive difference in people's lives. In 2006, Filipina and Ben left their boring jobs, co-founded and bootstrapped to create Zen Planner, an online service for martial artists, gyms, and trainers.  Together, after two rounds of funding and a private equity buyout, Zen Planner grew from a two-person startup to a growing company that currently serves 3,000+ CrossFit coaches, martial arts teachers and studio owners worldwide. Zen Planner now serves over 3000 businesses around the world, helping more people to earn black belts, get in shape, and become better members of their community In 2013, Zen Planner was recognized as one of the Colorado Companies to Watch and as the #2 nationally ranked Best Place to Work by Outside Magazine. In October, Mainsail Partners invested $10 million to support Zen Planner’s inspiring mission and record-breaking growth.

Check out what happened

Speaker

  • Filipina and Ben Pate

    Zen Planner

When

When

Friday, June 13, 2014
12:15 AM – 3:15 AM (UTC)

Agenda

12:15 AMNetworking and Food
1:15 AMFireside Chat
2:15 AMNetworking

Organizer

  • Alexandra Renée Poelstra

    ALL MAVEN

    Chapter Director

About Startup Grind

This is Startup Grind. We are the world’s largest startup community.

Our Mission

To give startups everywhere the education and opportunities they need to build, grow, and scale their companies.

Our Values

We believe in making friends, not contacts. We believe in giving first, not taking. We believe in helping others before helping yourself.

Tools & Discounts for Startups

Take advantage of resources and offers provided by organizations we know and love, designed to help you navigate the startup journey.

Global Conference

Our annual flagship event in Silicon Valley brings together thousands of startup teams, investors and organizations from all over the world.

Join the Startup Membership

This membership gives you free access to networking, events, mentorship, office hours, and other exclusive opportunities curated by Startup Grind HQ.