The trusted marketplace for startup relationships.
Verified connections between founders, investors, and mentors — built for quality, intent, and real outcomes.
Startup success depends on the right people, but finding them is still guesswork.
Most networking platforms are plagued with quality issues that waste your time and put your startup at risk.
Our Approach: Quality Over Quantity
We've built FoundersCove from the ground up to ensure every connection is trustworthy, relevant, and active.
Verified Identity and Credentials
Every member shows verified identity and credentials—helping reduce spam and improve match quality.
Profile and Idea Completeness
Provide enough context on your team, industry, and goals so others can make informed decisions about connecting.
Inactive Profiles Removed
Regular activity checks keep the network fresh and engaged—no ghost profiles.
Smart Team Suggestions
Recommendations based on your goals, stage, and focus to reach the right people faster.
Verified identity and credentials help reduce spam and improve match quality.
Built for serious founders and verified relationships.
Verified Identity
Every profile is identity and credential-verified. You'll know exactly who you're connecting with.
Smart Discovery
Find relevant founders, mentors, and investors fast with intent-based search and matching.
High-Signal Intros
Opt-in messaging ensures every connection is relevant and intentional.
Built for every role in the startup ecosystem
Whether you're building, investing, advising, or providing expert services—FoundersCove brings you verified connections that matter.
Founders
Meet verified co-founders, mentors, and investors ready to build.
- Connect with verified co-founders who match your vision
- Access pre-screened investors actively looking to fund
- Get matched with experienced mentors in your industry
- Skip the noise—every connection is intentional and verified
Investors
Access pre-vetted dealflow from credible teams.
- Browse verified founders with complete profiles and ideas
- Filter by stage, sector, and founder background
- See trust scores before you engage
- Connect only with founders who meet your investment criteria
Advisors & Mentors
Connect with early teams who value your experience.
- Find founders actively seeking your expertise
- Set your availability and areas of focus
- Build meaningful relationships with serious teams
- Get recognized for your contributions with verified badges
Expert Advisors
Offer professional services to startups that need you.
- Connect with founders seeking legal, accounting, design, or marketing help
- Set your rates and availability for consultations
- Build your client base within the startup ecosystem
- Get booked quickly by verified founders ready to pay
Not just matching. Verified connections that matter.
• Every user and business shows authenticity and intent
• Application-only access preserves quality
• Designed for credibility and outcomes over volume
Building the pre-vetted marketplace for every startup relationship.
A single trusted place where verified founders, mentors, and investors connect with confidence—from introduction to ongoing collaboration.
Our Team
Built by founders, for founders. We understand the challenges of building a startup because we've been there.
Built by Founders, For Founders
We've been in the trenches and know firsthand how hard it can be to find the right co-founders, mentors, and investors. That's why we built FoundersCove — to make quality startup connections accessible and trustworthy for everyone.
Get in Touch
Have questions? Want to learn more about FoundersCove? We'd love to hear from you.
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