Past events
How to Influence Investors, Teams & Customers. 22 sep. 2025
We welcomed Faris Aranki, CEO of Shiageto Consulting, for an energising masterclass on influence, communication, and strategic success.
Attendees explored how to combine IQ, EQ, and FQ to work smarter, connect deeper, and lead with impact. From live frameworks to real-world stories, Faris gave founders and leaders practical tools to cut through the noise and achieve what really matters.
Big thanks to everyone who joined, shared insights, and made the room buzz with energy.
Raise Smarter: VC Tactics Exposed. 18 AUG. 2025
Founders joined former VC Soma Pirityi for a no-BS masterclass on fundraising, learning how to decode term sheets, spot VC games, and negotiate from a position of power. With support from partners Em & Drew (childcare), Safespace Plus (safety), and Runway East (venue), the event equipped attendees with the tools and confidence to protect their equity and raise on their own terms.
Talk Your Way to a Term Sheet. 8 AUG 2025
The Talk Your Way to a Term Sheet masterclass, led by Dan Rosenberg (Co-Founder & CEO of LinkyThinks / Speakable), empowered founders and professionals to communicate with confidence, clarity, and authenticity. Hosted at Runway East with support from Em & Drew childcare services and Safespace Plus, the event combined practical tools, real-world examples, and networking to help attendees pitch, lead, and connect more effectively.
Presence is Power: Personal Brand Like the 1%. 28 july 2025
The Personal Branding Blueprint brought together founders, creatives, and professionals for an interactive masterclass led by Thea Montgomerie Anderson. Guests learned hands-on content creation skills, explored personal branding strategies, and connected with peers. Thanks to partners Em & Drew (childcare), Safespace Plus (safety), and Runway East (venue), the event offered an inspiring and inclusive experience.
Build A User Research Strategy That Actually Works. 11 july 2025
This Rare Masterclass, led by Rory Horne (ex-Google & Meta), equipped founders and startup teams with practical frameworks to turn user research into real product decisions. Hosted at Runway East with support from partners Em & Drew and Safespace Plus, the event gave attendees actionable strategies and tools to confidently build products that solve real user problems.
Investor Outreach Playbook: Fundraising Like the 1%. 23 june 2025
The event gathered ambitious founders for a live masterclass with Eva Dobrzanska of Fundraising Playbooks, who shared proven strategies for successful investor outreach. Hosted at Runway East, it featured free childcare by Em & Drew and safety support from Safespace Plus, creating an inclusive and engaging space for founders to learn, connect, and network.
How to Nail Your User Research. 25 NOV 2024
Rare Founders hosted a user research masterclass led by Rory Horne, offering startups practical strategies for gathering insights and aligning research with business goals. Attendees learned key research methods and how to make informed decisions. The event, held at Google Cloud Startup Hub, featured coffee and light bites provided by Google Cloud.

