Corporate Hygiene & GRC For Startups: What Founders Need to Know (and, When)

Jul 17, 10:00 PM – Jul 18, 12:00 AM (UTC)

Kansas City

Serendipity Labs - Overland Park, 5440 West 110th Street, Overland Park, 66211

Unlock the essentials of corporate hygiene and GRC for startups! 🚀 Join us to learn what founders need to know—at every stage—to protect your company, attract investors, and avoid costly mistakes. Get practical tips, actionable checklists, and real-world insights to build a resilient, investor-ready business from day one. #StartupSuccess #Entrepreneurship #GRC

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About this event

Corporate Hygiene & GRC for Startups: What Founders Need to Know (and When)

Are you an entrepreneur, innovator, or creator building the next big thing? Join us for an essential session designed to demystify corporate hygiene and Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC)—the foundational practices that can make or break your startup’s long-term success.

In this practical, jargon-free presentation, you’ll learn exactly what GRC means for early-stage ventures and why it matters at every step of your growth journey. We’ll break down the must-haves for each stage—from incorporation and IP protection at the idea phase, to building HR policies and security basics as you scale, to board governance and compliance readiness when you’re ready to attract institutional investors.

Walk away with:

• A clear, stage-by-stage roadmap for implementing GRC without getting overwhelmed

• Actionable checklists for founders at every phase, from pre-seed to Series A

• Insights on common pitfalls—like the “we’ll fix it later” trap—and how to avoid them

• The confidence to build a resilient, investor-ready company from day one

Whether you’re just getting started or gaining traction, this session will equip you with the tools and knowledge to protect your vision, your team, and your future. Bring your questions for an interactive discussion—because smart corporate hygiene isn’t just for the Fortune 500, it’s for every founder with big ambitions.

Speaker

  • John Meyer

    CounselCoreLegal

    Managing Director

When

When

July 17 – 18, 2025
10:00 PM – 12:00 AM (UTC)

Agenda

Welcome, Registration and Networking
Workshop Begins
Workshop Ends
Event ends. See you in August.

Host

  • Carolynn Santos

    InDivEquity Partners

    CEO, Founder,

Organizers

  • Carolynn Santos

    InDivEquity Partners

    Chapter Director

  • Dakota Shade

    Volunteer, Social Media

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Google Cloud

Partner

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Serendipity Labs

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