Founders at sunset networking event - in-person Stripe Newport Beach community

Arrive, get settled, and meet fellow members before the event kicks off.

A round of introductions — who you are, what you're working on, and what brought you here.

Rosha will break down why struggling with numbers isn't a "you" problem. CFOs love their jargon, so don't sweat it! Financials are actually incredibly easy to grasp once you know how to read them in plain, simple English. Drawing from 20 years of experience in finance and business growth, she’ll cover how to make smarter decisions around cash flow, profitability, pricing, and growth, followed by an open Q&A.

We’ll begin with refreshments and networking, followed by a guided community roundtable. Come ready to share one current win, challenge, or question and hear how other local founders are approaching growth, payments, and building stronger businesses.

Together, we'll define what this community stands for — the values that guide how members show up for each other. The output becomes a community charter posted in discussions. Joining this event makes you a Seed member, and this is your opportunity to help define the community as a group.

Upcoming events, how to stay involved, and a short survey to help shape the community going forward.