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Welcome to Founders Den

Welcome to The Founders Den, a one-of-a-kind event where visionary entrepreneurs, tech industry leaders, and investors come together to share knowledge, build relationships, and spark new ideas. This is where the future of business is being shaped.

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What is it?

Why does this event exist?

The startup and innovation space in South Africa is fragmented. Founders, business builders and innovators are often left isolated and without the network and support to set their groundbreaking ideas up for success. Our team at Specno is driven by a passion to accelerate digital innovation, build bridges for partnerships that might not form elsewhere, and fostering a culture where large businesses can seamlessly collaborate with visionary entrepreneurs. As a result, we launched the Founders Den in 2021. The event quickly gained traction, with over 200 attendees in each of the gatherings.

On the night

What to expect

You can expect to be a part of a curated group of talented, driven individuals, passionate about building and scaling tech businesses. We make it our mission to only surround you with people who can add value to the conversation.

The setting

On the night you can listen to an engaging panel discussion, and expect ample time to network, whilst enjoying complimentary snacks and drinks.

There's no selling, no haggling, and no asking for money.

It's all about building genuine connections, meeting advisors or mentors, not hunting for clients or endlessly pitching investors.

Elevator pitches are welcome, but pitching only happens if investors are interested in you and want to connect after the event. It's a place to mingle, not to hard sell.



As South Africans love to say: Just be lekka.

What makes this event different?

Our event is by invitation only, making it exclusive. Every attendee is handpicked, ensuring that everyone present is considered a valuable contributor.
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