Launching a startup in the U.S. involves unique challenges and opportunities. **At this live online event, you’ll hear from Mark, founder of Firstbase, who will share his journey, including experiences from the renowned Y Combinator accelerator.** Attendees will learn budget-friendly traction strategies, common misconceptions about setting up a U.S. corporation, and essential legal, tax, and compliance considerations. The session will conclude with an extended Q&A to address your specific questions. If you’re an entrepreneur looking to establish or expand your presence in the U.S., don’t miss this invaluable opportunity to learn from an industry
**❯ Keynote Speaker:**
* **[Mark Milastsivy](https://www.linkedin.com/in/markmilastsivy) – Founder & CEO at [Firstbase.io](http://firstbase.io/):** Mark is the founder and CEO of Firstbase, a company that simplifies setting up and managing U.S. businesses for global entrepreneurs. Driven by a passion for entrepreneurship and innovation, Mark launched Firstbase to streamline starting a business in the United States. His expertise includes developing budget-friendly traction strategies, enabling startups to achieve significant growth with limited resources.
**❯** **What You’ll Learn:**
* Effective Strategies for Traction on a Budget
* Navigating Legal, Tax, and Compliance Challenges
* Common misconceptions entrepreneurs have about setting up a U.S. Corporation
**[Firstbase](http://firstbase.io/)** is building an all-in-one Company OS to redefine how founders worldwide launch, manage, and grow their businesses. Since completing Y Combinator in 2021, they have helped over 35,000 founders from 175+ countries start and grow their companies in the U.S. Firstbase’s flagship product, [Firstbase Start](https://onboarding.firstbase.io/start/type?utm_source=founder_institute&utm_medium=fi&utm_campaign=), reduces the time, cost, and complexity of setting up and managing a U.S. corporate entity. Beyond incorporation, Firstbase supports startups with Registered Agent services, Mailroom, Tax Compliance, Accounting, Growth, and immigration tools.
As the [Founder Institute](https://fi.co/)’s Preferred Incorporation Partner, Firstbase is helping to significantly simplify the incorporation and compliance processes for thousands of entrepreneurs across the global FI Network. See more [Online Startup Events](http://onlinestartupevents.com/), or for more information about the investors, incubators, and [accelerators in Silicon Valley](https://fi.co/s/%5Bcity_url%5D), see our [list of Startup Resources](https://fi.co/startup-resources).
**❯❯ This live, interactive online event promises valuable insights. Ensure your participation by RSVPing at** **[https://fi.co/startupwebinar/17971](https://fi.co/startupwebinar/17971)** **to receive the Zoom URL.**