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Employee to Entrepreneur: How to Make the Transition to Startup Founder
June 12 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Do you want to start your own technology company, but don’t know where to begin? You are not alone. Every day millions of people go to jobs they don’t enjoy, but few do something about it. At the “**Employee to Entrepreneur**” event, you can hear the stories, tips, and best practices of those who left their jobs to pursue their own startup company. Listen to the experiences of people just like you that have made the transition, and discuss any questions or concerns that you have. Afterwards, attendees will have an opportunity to network with other aspiring entrepreneurs and share their ideas for feedback.
**❯** **Who Should Attend?**
* Anyone who dreams of launching their own company
* Anyone with an idea for a new business either launched inside their employer or independently
* Anyone curious about being an entrepreneur someday
**❯ What Are Some of the Topics?**
* What is the difference between being an employee versus being a founder
* What to consider before becoming an entrepreneur
* How do you know when the time is right to quit
* What are the first steps in the entrepreneurial journey
**❯ Featured Speakers:**
* **[Saumya Bhatnagar](https://www.linkedin.com/in/saumya-bhatnagar/)- Chief Technology & Product Officer** at **[involve.ai](https://www.involve.ai/):** a Forbes 30 Under 30 alum and Stevie Gold Entrepreneur of the Year, stands out as a leading figure in tech, highlighted by the National Diversity Council and AI Technology magazine. As co-founder and CPO of [involve.ai](http://involve.ai/), she leverages her software leadership and expertise in NLP, backed by a Master’s in Computer Science from UC Santa Cruz, to pioneer AI solutions for churn and expansion challenges. Her data-driven strategies have significantly impacted her organization, leading to her recognition as a thought leader at various conferences. Saumaya is also a fervent advocate for women in tech, driving diversity and inspiring future tech leaders with her commitment to innovation and excellence.
* **[Nassim Bahloul](https://www.linkedin.com/in/nassimbahloul/) – Founder at [Hivenue](https://hivenue.ca/en)**: Nassim is a Founder Institute graduate, and the Founder of Hivenue, Hivenue, a tool that is spearheading the transformation of the home rental industry through AI-driven personalized living experiences. Specializing in apartment sharing and room rentals, Hivenue matches individuals with spaces that align perfectly with their needs and preferences. As an accomplished Interaction Designer, Nassim transforms complex data into intuitive, engaging interfaces using leading design tools and technologies such as Sketch, Axure, and HTML5/CSS3. His expertise spans prototyping to production, championing User-Centered Design to enhance usability and accessibility. Known for his exceptional communication and teamwork, Nassim exceeds client expectations and actively contributes to industry dialogues, driving innovations that improve user engagement.
**❯❯ This live, interactive online event promises valuable insights. Ensure your participation by RSVPing at** **[https://fi.co/startupwebinar/17423](https://fi.co/startupwebinar/17423)** **to receive the Zoom URL.**