Empowering
Next-Gen Founders
Empowering
Next-Gen Founders
Empowering
Next-Gen Founders
Referral-Only. Founders-Only. Next-Gen.
A small, curated room where founders think sharper, decide faster, and build together.
Asia-first. Built in Hong Kong.
Zero vendors. Just founders.
Off the record. Real progress.
Referral-Only. Founders-Only. Next-Gen.
A small, curated room where founders think sharper, decide faster, and build together.
Asia-first. Built in Hong Kong.
Zero vendors. Just founders.
Off the record. Real progress.
foundersrtc3hBuilt in Hong Kong. Harbour city grit. Global ambition.
Built in Hong Kong. Harbour city grit. Global ambition.
How we work
For Founders by Founders
Depth over breadth. Fewer, better rooms—each designed to create decisions, not just conversations.
Authentic Community
The small circle you actually trust. Warm intros, real talk, and a bias to help.
Mastermind
6–8 founders per pod. Hot seat your toughest problem. Walk away with a playbook and clear next steps.
CEO Breakfast Series
Intimate, phones‑down sessions with seasoned operators. One catalyst. Three live founder challenges. Next‑day insight memo.
Gatherings
Drinks, Dinners, Running Club
Light‑touch connection with substance—founder drinks, salon‑style dinners, and the HK Founder Run.
Retreats/Off-sites (Beta)
Off‑grid, on‑point. Strategy resets and peer coaching to step out of the weeds and into the next chapter.
Forums (Beta)
Private and intimate forums for quick pattern‑spotting: vendor recs, hiring swaps, benchmarks, and hard‑won lessons.
How we work
For Founders by Founders
Depth over breadth. Fewer, better rooms—each designed to create decisions, not just conversations.
Authentic Community
The small circle you actually trust. Warm intros, real talk, and a bias to help.
Mastermind
6–8 founders per pod. Hot seat your toughest problem. Walk away with a playbook and clear next steps.
CEO Breakfast Series
Intimate, phones‑down sessions with seasoned operators. One catalyst. Three live founder challenges. Next‑day insight memo.
Gatherings
Drinks, Dinners, Running Club
Light‑touch connection with substance—founder drinks, salon‑style dinners, and the HK Founder Run.
Retreats/Off-sites (Beta)
Off‑grid, on‑point. Strategy resets and peer coaching to step out of the weeds and into the next chapter.
Forums (Beta)
Private and intimate forums for quick pattern‑spotting: vendor recs, hiring swaps, benchmarks, and hard‑won lessons.
How we work
For Founders by Founders
Depth over breadth. Fewer, better rooms—each designed to create decisions, not just conversations.
Authentic Community
The small circle you actually trust. Warm intros, real talk, and a bias to help.
Mastermind
6–8 founders per pod. Hot seat your toughest problem. Walk away with a playbook and clear next steps.
CEO Breakfast Series
Intimate, phones‑down sessions with seasoned operators. One catalyst. Three live founder challenges. Next‑day insight memo.
Gatherings
Drinks, Dinners, Running Club
Light‑touch connection with substance—founder drinks, salon‑style dinners, and the HK Founder Run.
Retreats/Off-sites (Beta)
Off‑grid, on‑point. Strategy resets and peer coaching to step out of the weeds and into the next chapter.
Forums (Beta)
Private and intimate forums for quick pattern‑spotting: vendor recs, hiring swaps, benchmarks, and hard‑won lessons.
Our Story
A place for founders to have open, honest & practical chats
Sarah and Jon knew they were lucky.
Late-night chats dissecting strategy. Honest takes on what worked (and what didn't). The relief of someone who just got it—the wins, the chaos, the doubt.
Most founders may not have that.
Instead: 3am anxiety about runway. Co-founder tension no one mentions. The constant question—am I building something real or just burning out?
Running an education company and a SaaS AI platform in Hong Kong, they wanted to create what helped them. A safe space.
So they started monthly gatherings. No pitches. No posturing. Just the messy truth—failures that taught everything, pivots that helped, moments they almost quit.
Founders' Roundtable Club was born from those conversations. A curated community where entrepreneurs don't just connect—they help each other survive and thrive.
Founders Roundtable Club
Our Story
A place for founders to have open, honest & practical chats
Sarah and Jon knew they were lucky.
Late-night chats dissecting strategy. Honest takes on what worked (and what didn't). The relief of someone who just got it—the wins, the chaos, the doubt.
Most founders may not have that.
Instead: 3am anxiety about runway. Co-founder tension no one mentions. The constant question—am I building something real or just burning out?
Running an education company and a SaaS AI platform in Hong Kong, they wanted to create what helped them. A safe space.
So they started monthly gatherings. No pitches. No posturing. Just the messy truth—failures that taught everything, pivots that helped, moments they almost quit.
Founders' Roundtable Club was born from those conversations. A curated community where entrepreneurs don't just connect—they help each other survive and thrive.
Founders Roundtable Club
Our Story
A place for founders to have open, honest & practical chats
Sarah and Jon knew they were lucky.
Late-night chats dissecting strategy. Honest takes on what worked (and what didn't). The relief of someone who just got it—the wins, the chaos, the doubt.
Most founders may not have that.
Instead: 3am anxiety about runway. Co-founder tension no one mentions. The constant question—am I building something real or just burning out?
Running an education company and a SaaS AI platform in Hong Kong, they wanted to create what helped them. A safe space.
So they started monthly gatherings. No pitches. No posturing. Just the messy truth—failures that taught everything, pivots that helped, moments they almost quit.
Founders' Roundtable Club was born from those conversations. A curated community where entrepreneurs don't just connect—they help each other survive and thrive.
Founders Roundtable Club
Welcome
Connect Share Thrive
Small, vetted community of founders who actually want to grow—together. Grouped by stage and scale so every conversation hits and every connection counts.
Min Requirement
Active founder. Team size, revenue, vibe and stage all factor into the right fit.
Vetting Process
Existing members nominate up to 2 founders per year. We keep it tight.
Tier Groups
Matched by stage for select events—so you're with similar peers
Client results
Dinner Gatherings with like-minded
Not networking. Peer learning. 10–14 founders tackling real challenges around one table. You leave sharper, with intros that move the needle.
Gatherings
Annual
Engagement
Participation
Take a look
CEOs Breakfasts with Seasoned Operators
Operator wisdom, distilled. Proven ex-CEO/COO drops a catalyst. Three live cases dissected. Actions, not applause. We optimize for clarity, candor, and trust—not numbers.
Within a series
Planned for the year
Engagement
Participation
A thoughtful, founder-first session. Hearing how other founders framed their questions helped me reflect on challenges we’re also navigating, and I walked away with ideas to bring back to the team.
Kethena Tang • Founder, Sustainable Beverage Factory, SAGE Tea and Ne8t Food Tech
A thoughtful, founder-first session. Hearing how other founders framed their questions helped me reflect on challenges we’re also navigating, and I walked away with ideas to bring back to the team.
Kethena Tang • Founder, Sustainable Beverage Factory, SAGE Tea and Ne8t Food Tech
A thoughtful, founder-first session. Hearing how other founders framed their questions helped me reflect on challenges we’re also navigating, and I walked away with ideas to bring back to the team.
Kethena Tang • Founder, Sustainable Beverage Factory, SAGE Tea and Ne8t Food Tech
The difference
How is Founders Roundtable Club different?
How is Founders Roundtable Club different?
Not a social calendar. Not a hype club. An operating system for founders.
Other Business Associations
"Quota" Pressure on referrals
Poor ROI for Digital/Scalable Businesses
Slow/Traditional
Big Crowds
Panels
Business Cards
Hierarchy
One-size-fits-all approach
FoundersRTC
Founders only. No vendors, no tourists.
Small & intentional
Structured Formats (i.e Moderators)
Outcome‑driven (decisions made, intros used)
Asia‑first (HK roots; regional context)
Off‑the‑record confidentiality
Give‑first ethos (help > flex)
Quality > Quantity
Built in Hong Kong. Harbour city grit. Global ambition.
Who are these founders?
Grow & connect with like-minded founders
Grow & connect with like-minded founders
Check out our Instagram, @FoundersRTC for these reel contents
Henson
Founder
Henson
Founder
Jessie
Founder
Tommie & Ellen
Founder
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Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this networking? Who's in? How do referrals work?
No. We’re a small, curated forum focused on decisions, not headcount. Expect peer problem‑solving, not panels. Next‑gen founders across HK and Asia—consumer, SaaS, services, omni‑channel, and product companies with real customers and teams. Founders only for core rooms. We occasionally invite operators or executives as catalysts—never as sellers.
What do I get? How often? What's the commitment?
Depends on the events, but typically: 1–2 decisions clarified 1–2 warm intros Monthly options—light social touchpoints, curated dinners & breakfasts, mastermind pods (structured, ongoing), and retreats (beta). Commitment? None fixed. You get what you give. Show up when it makes sense. Contribute when you can. The more you engage, the more you gain.
I'm well-connected and don't have time unless it's worth it. Do I need this?
Fair. Every network offers something different. FRTC is for founders who want next-gen peers, not another traditional business association. We're built for real growth—business, personal, legacy—without the fluff. We're founders too. We get it. That's why every event is designed to maximize ROI on your time. Show up, get value, move forward. But here's the deal: If you're not willing to share, or think you're above the table, this isn't for you. "Roundtable" means we're all equals. No hierarchy. No flex. Just founders helping founders.
What can I expect after I sign up?
Once you’ve signed up, our team will take some time to review your application and conduct light reference checks — we’re intentional about how the circle is curated. We’re not a large business association with hundreds of members. The community is deliberately kept small, so every room, gathering, and conversation stays meaningful. You’ll hear from us once the process is complete — appreciate your patience in the meantime. If helpful, feel free to drop us an email to check in anytime.
What does BETA mean — and are there membership fees?
We’re currently in soft launch. Sarah and Jon are full-time founders running their own companies, so formats, pricing, and event structures are still being refined as FoundersRTC evolves and learns what works best for the community. As such, certain elements — including membership fees — may change over time. We’ll always communicate updates via our website and official channels, so members stay informed as the community grows.
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this networking? Who's in? How do referrals work?
No. We’re a small, curated forum focused on decisions, not headcount. Expect peer problem‑solving, not panels. Next‑gen founders across HK and Asia—consumer, SaaS, services, omni‑channel, and product companies with real customers and teams. Founders only for core rooms. We occasionally invite operators or executives as catalysts—never as sellers.
What do I get? How often? What's the commitment?
Depends on the events, but typically: 1–2 decisions clarified 1–2 warm intros Monthly options—light social touchpoints, curated dinners & breakfasts, mastermind pods (structured, ongoing), and retreats (beta). Commitment? None fixed. You get what you give. Show up when it makes sense. Contribute when you can. The more you engage, the more you gain.
I'm well-connected and don't have time unless it's worth it. Do I need this?
Fair. Every network offers something different. FRTC is for founders who want next-gen peers, not another traditional business association. We're built for real growth—business, personal, legacy—without the fluff. We're founders too. We get it. That's why every event is designed to maximize ROI on your time. Show up, get value, move forward. But here's the deal: If you're not willing to share, or think you're above the table, this isn't for you. "Roundtable" means we're all equals. No hierarchy. No flex. Just founders helping founders.
What can I expect after I sign up?
Once you’ve signed up, our team will take some time to review your application and conduct light reference checks — we’re intentional about how the circle is curated. We’re not a large business association with hundreds of members. The community is deliberately kept small, so every room, gathering, and conversation stays meaningful. You’ll hear from us once the process is complete — appreciate your patience in the meantime. If helpful, feel free to drop us an email to check in anytime.
What does BETA mean — and are there membership fees?
We’re currently in soft launch. Sarah and Jon are full-time founders running their own companies, so formats, pricing, and event structures are still being refined as FoundersRTC evolves and learns what works best for the community. As such, certain elements — including membership fees — may change over time. We’ll always communicate updates via our website and official channels, so members stay informed as the community grows.
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this networking? Who's in? How do referrals work?
No. We’re a small, curated forum focused on decisions, not headcount. Expect peer problem‑solving, not panels. Next‑gen founders across HK and Asia—consumer, SaaS, services, omni‑channel, and product companies with real customers and teams. Founders only for core rooms. We occasionally invite operators or executives as catalysts—never as sellers.
What do I get? How often? What's the commitment?
Depends on the events, but typically: 1–2 decisions clarified 1–2 warm intros Monthly options—light social touchpoints, curated dinners & breakfasts, mastermind pods (structured, ongoing), and retreats (beta). Commitment? None fixed. You get what you give. Show up when it makes sense. Contribute when you can. The more you engage, the more you gain.
I'm well-connected and don't have time unless it's worth it. Do I need this?
Fair. Every network offers something different. FRTC is for founders who want next-gen peers, not another traditional business association. We're built for real growth—business, personal, legacy—without the fluff. We're founders too. We get it. That's why every event is designed to maximize ROI on your time. Show up, get value, move forward. But here's the deal: If you're not willing to share, or think you're above the table, this isn't for you. "Roundtable" means we're all equals. No hierarchy. No flex. Just founders helping founders.
What can I expect after I sign up?
Once you’ve signed up, our team will take some time to review your application and conduct light reference checks — we’re intentional about how the circle is curated. We’re not a large business association with hundreds of members. The community is deliberately kept small, so every room, gathering, and conversation stays meaningful. You’ll hear from us once the process is complete — appreciate your patience in the meantime. If helpful, feel free to drop us an email to check in anytime.
What does BETA mean — and are there membership fees?
We’re currently in soft launch. Sarah and Jon are full-time founders running their own companies, so formats, pricing, and event structures are still being refined as FoundersRTC evolves and learns what works best for the community. As such, certain elements — including membership fees — may change over time. We’ll always communicate updates via our website and official channels, so members stay informed as the community grows.
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Your Next-Gen Founder journey starts here.
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