One Spot. One Founder. Your Call.
Welcome to Innovation Bay Referrals
Did you know Innovation Bay supports ambitious founders from pre-seed to Series A, and beyond, through our exclusive founder communities? These communities help your portco founders grow faster, scale smarter, and stay in the game longer by sharing hard won scar tissue, tapping into expert insights, and invaluable connections that accelerate outcomes.
As a valued member of the Innovation Bay community and a VDU attendee, you’re invited to nominate one founder you believe should be part of this network.
We trust your judgment—who’s someone you’d vouch for?
Why refer a founder?
> Faster growth – Members gain insight from experienced founders who’ve scaled to $40M+ ARR.
> Stronger execution – Founders tap into frameworks, feedback and proven playbooks that help avoid common mistakes.
> Greater resilience – Staying connected to a trusted network helps founders weather challenges and avoid burnout.
> Better outcomes – VCs who refer founders to Innovation Bay see clearer roadmaps, stronger teams, and faster follow-on funding.
“We’ve changed our revenue architecture and saved ourselves hundreds of thousands of dollars a year. Innovation Bay is a network of people that deliver huge value to the bottom line, and also an emotional and mental health support”
– Jeremy Hastings | Hutly
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