Hear directly from YC Partner Ankit Gupta and YC founders about building startups and navigating Y Combinator.
Join Y Combinator Partner Ankit Gupta and a panel of YC founders for an inside look at one of the world's most influential startup accelerators. Learn what YC looks for in applicants, how founders can make the most of the program, and what it takes to build venture-backed companies in today's startup ecosystem.
Panelists will share lessons learned across AI, fintech, HR technology, enterprise software, and consumer products, as well as candid perspectives on fundraising, product-market fit, founder growth, and scaling companies from idea to traction.
The session will include audience Q&A and networking over lunch.
ABOUT THE SPEAKERS
If you can't make this event or want a refresher on related topics, browse our on-demand videos and blog posts featuring i-lab experts and advisors at innovationlabs.harvard.edu/on-demand
GETTING TO THE HARVARD INNOVATION LABS
The Harvard Innovation Labs is located on the first floor of Batten Hall at 125 Western Avenue, Allston, MA 02134. We are situated on the Harvard Business School campus, a 15–20 minute walk from Harvard Square. You can also use the Harvard shuttle. The University offers daily parking for faculty, staff, students, visitors, and guests in the HBS lot on Western Avenue. The HBS lot is available 24/7 and accepts both cash and credit card payments.
ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT
The Harvard Innovation Labs welcomes attendees of all abilities to our events, both in person and online.
Requests for American Sign Language interpreters and/or CART providers should be made at least two weeks in advance, if possible. Please note that the University will make every effort to secure services, but that services are subject to availability.
If you would like to request accommodations or have questions about physical access, please contact i-lab@harvard.edu in advance of the event.
FUTURE COMMUNICATIONS
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