Startup Happy Hour featuring an AMA with Acorn Finance

Startup Happy Hour

Join us for a fun-filled evening at Tipsy Putt in Downtown Sacramento! Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just getting started, this in-person mixer is the perfect opportunity to network and unwind with like-minded individuals in the startup community.

At Startup Happy Hour, you’ll have the chance to connect with fellow innovators, share ideas, and maybe even find your next business partner. Grab a drink, enjoy some delicious bites, and let the good times roll as you mingle and exchange stories with other passionate startup enthusiasts.

AMA with Acorn Finance CEO

This month’s featured Startup Founder is Giri Addanki, CEO of Acorn Finance, the world’s first embedded lending marketplace for home improvement financing. Last year, Acorn raised $8.4M in Series A Funding. During the AMA session (Ask Me Anything), Giri will share a bit about his founder journey and then it’s your turn to ask him questions about building his company and raising funding.

Eats!

We’ll provide tasty appetizers (a build your own nachos bar!). Guests can enjoy happy hour prices on drinks until 6 PM.

Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to expand your network and have a blast at the same time. RSVP now to save your spot!

Your Hosts

Startup Happy Hour is organized monthly by StartupSac and the Carlsen Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship.

AMA Guest

Giri Addanki, founder and CEO of Acorn Finance

Giri knows finance. Inside out. After decades of experience in the banking and mortgage industry, working for heavyweights like Citibank and Barclays, Giri wanted to turn his attention to homeowners who were often left at the mercy of traditional lending systems which can be obnoxious, expensive and complicated. He knew he could make a difference and started Acorn Finance with the sole purpose of helping homeowners find the financial support to execute their beautiful projects.

About Acorn Finance

Acorn Finance is the world’s first embedded lending marketplace for home improvement financing, driving better outcomes for borrowers, lenders, contractors and software vendors. Borrowers can shop for the best rates from the best lenders, all within a few seconds and fewer clicks. Lenders can reach more homeowners while also testing the ideal rates for optimum engagement. Contractors can increase sales by offering financing to customers at no extra cost to themselves. Lastly, software vendors to the home improvement industry can add value for contractors and enhance the homeowner’s buying experience by embedding Acorn Finance’s solution within their products’ estimates and invoices. For more information, visit www.acornfinance.com.