Building a powerful network of exceptional Columbia University founders, one connection at a time

300+ Startups

in the CFC community

75% Funded

Seed Stage through Series A

13 Schools

represented among Columbia University

We are a tightly-knit community of founders who’ve met each other through Columbia University.

We want to keep our community small but do occasionally take in exceptional founders who we think we can help succeed and are willing to pay it forward when they do.

CIRCLE OF TRUST

Our community brings together smart, creative, like-minded people with a bias toward action. You could describe us as a collective support system built for founders by founders. Besides peer support, we can connect you with trusted investors, help find talent, and provide a true sense of community.

We work with a trusted network of alumni investors and corporate partners. We carefully vet the investors and potential partners that we introduce to our community. If you’re an investor and would like to introduce yourself to our founders, please contact us through our existing members.

WHAT YOU GET AS A MEMBER

Engage with community members through our exclusive digital platforms, participate in webinars, and gain access to member-only peer groups

Attend specially tailored virtual & in-person events that foster collaboration, networking, and growth among our founder-focused community

Leverage our network of industry professionals and funding sources, curated to advance your business and support your entrepreneurial journey

EXPLORE SOME OF OUR COMPANIES

LENS OF SPORT

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INPIPE

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AD AURIS

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LENS OF SPORT 〰️ INPIPE 〰️ AD AURIS 〰️

KILOHANA.AI

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THIMBLE HEALTH

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BRANCH FURNITURE

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KILOHANA.AI 〰️ THIMBLE HEALTH 〰️ BRANCH FURNITURE 〰️

MEET SOME OF OUR MEMBERS

Manju Dawkins, MD

Creator, THIMBLE

Hany K. Syed

Founder, Lens of Sport

Brian Keenan

CEO, Odyssey

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