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Accelerator wants ROFR rights. Big deal?
Investor wants preferred multiples. Is it ok?
Tips how to get featured in the press?
How to create a good FOMO?
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EFN is Europe’s startup founder community,
helping to connect, ask tough questions and win.
Founders,
welcome home.
Founders,
welcome home.
EFN is Europe’s startup founder community,
helping to connect, ask tough questions and win.
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EFN brings together collective experience and insight from founders all over Europe — so you skip mistakes and scale faster.
EFN brings together collective experience and insight from founders all over Europe — so you skip mistakes and scale faster.
Stronger Together
Stronger Together
Built by founders,
for founders
Built by founders,
for founders
Built by founders,
for founders
Without time for bullshit.
Community as a tool for success.
Without time for bullshit.
Community as a tool for success.
Fireplace chats & expert talks
Get access to candid conversations with top founders and hand-picked experts, packed with practical insights you can use on your journey.
Investors, reviewed
Know what to expect and avoid 🚩🚩🚩.
Share your experience with investors to guide the community and help other founders.
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Find the right fit in our dedicated community channel. Whether you’ve got an idea or you’re just exploring, Europe’s largest founder community is here to help.
Pay less by using discounts and other perks negotiated by EFN, worth over $66,000.
Talk with other founders about their own costs across SaaS, cloud, and more to get the best prices.
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FAQ
Why is joining EFN free?
European Founders Network is currently run entirely by volunteers, with no fees for members - focusing on growth. We may introduce small yearly membership later, once operating costs rise, but only to cover the operations. We are also on a path to become registered non-profit in the near future. We aim to be a home base for ambitious European startup founders — a curated online community where you can ask tough questions, seek support, and access useful resources.
Who can join, and how do you verify founders?
EFN is strictly for founders—solo founders or co-founders of startups and product ventures. You don’t have to live in Europe, but your work should be tied to European markets or ecosystems. Verification: every application is manually reviewed. We look for public proof points such as: • Company website or product page • LinkedIn profiles of you and the company • Registry listings, press mentions, demos, or repositories If something isn’t clear, we may ask a couple of short follow-ups. Investors, agencies, and service providers aren’t admitted as members (they may be invited as clearly labeled guests for specific sessions). Your co-founder is welcome to apply separately and must pass the same review.
What do members get once inside?
You’ll get access to: The community: channels to ask for help, share wins/mistakes, swap intros, and crowd-solve problems (hiring, sales, fundraising, product, ops, internationalization, and more). Investor Review (WIP): a founder-contributed directory with structured, constructive reviews of investors and funds—designed to help you target outreach, prepare for meetings, and avoid mismatches. Reviews are moderated (no doxxing or confidential deal terms). European Grant Map (WIP): a browsable index of non-dilutive funding across Europe (focus, eligibility, amounts, timelines, and official links). Treat it as a starting point; always verify details on the official source. Most discussions happen in English. Local-language threads or meetups can spin up when helpful.
How do I apply, and how long does it take?
Apply with your founder profile, company link(s), and any proof points you have. We manually review submissions and typically respond within 1–3 days. If approved, you’ll receive activation instructions; if we can’t verify founder status, we’ll explain what’s missing and you can reapply when ready.
What is EFN and why should I join?
European Founder Network (EFN) is a private, founder-only community for people building in or for Europe. It’s a place to trade hard-won lessons, get practical help fast, and meet peers who actually understand your day-to-day. Beyond conversation, EFN is building founder-centric tools like an Investor Review platform and a European Grant Map. The goal: save you time, reduce avoidable mistakes, and expand your warm network across countries and stages.
How is the community run—moderation, conduct, and privacy?
EFN is moderated to keep discussions useful, safe, and founder-first. The code of conduct is simple: be constructive, don’t spam or cold-pitch, respect confidentiality, and assume positive intent. Repeated violations can lead to suspension. We follow GDPR principles for application data; only moderators can access it. Inside EFN, share only what you’re comfortable sharing publicly to the group—avoid posting confidential investor or customer information.
Why is joining EFN free?
European Founders Network is currently run entirely by volunteers, with no fees for members - focusing on growth. We may introduce small yearly membership later, once operating costs rise, but only to cover the operations. We are also on a path to become registered non-profit in the near future. We aim to be a home base for ambitious European startup founders — a curated online community where you can ask tough questions, seek support, and access useful resources.
Who can join, and how do you verify founders?
EFN is strictly for founders—solo founders or co-founders of startups and product ventures. You don’t have to live in Europe, but your work should be tied to European markets or ecosystems. Verification: every application is manually reviewed. We look for public proof points such as: • Company website or product page • LinkedIn profiles of you and the company • Registry listings, press mentions, demos, or repositories If something isn’t clear, we may ask a couple of short follow-ups. Investors, agencies, and service providers aren’t admitted as members (they may be invited as clearly labeled guests for specific sessions). Your co-founder is welcome to apply separately and must pass the same review.
What do members get once inside?
You’ll get access to: The community: channels to ask for help, share wins/mistakes, swap intros, and crowd-solve problems (hiring, sales, fundraising, product, ops, internationalization, and more). Investor Review (WIP): a founder-contributed directory with structured, constructive reviews of investors and funds—designed to help you target outreach, prepare for meetings, and avoid mismatches. Reviews are moderated (no doxxing or confidential deal terms). European Grant Map (WIP): a browsable index of non-dilutive funding across Europe (focus, eligibility, amounts, timelines, and official links). Treat it as a starting point; always verify details on the official source. Most discussions happen in English. Local-language threads or meetups can spin up when helpful.
How do I apply, and how long does it take?
Apply with your founder profile, company link(s), and any proof points you have. We manually review submissions and typically respond within 1–3 days. If approved, you’ll receive activation instructions; if we can’t verify founder status, we’ll explain what’s missing and you can reapply when ready.
What is EFN and why should I join?
European Founder Network (EFN) is a private, founder-only community for people building in or for Europe. It’s a place to trade hard-won lessons, get practical help fast, and meet peers who actually understand your day-to-day. Beyond conversation, EFN is building founder-centric tools like an Investor Review platform and a European Grant Map. The goal: save you time, reduce avoidable mistakes, and expand your warm network across countries and stages.
How is the community run—moderation, conduct, and privacy?
EFN is moderated to keep discussions useful, safe, and founder-first. The code of conduct is simple: be constructive, don’t spam or cold-pitch, respect confidentiality, and assume positive intent. Repeated violations can lead to suspension. We follow GDPR principles for application data; only moderators can access it. Inside EFN, share only what you’re comfortable sharing publicly to the group—avoid posting confidential investor or customer information.
