Last week, we gathered at West Village icon L’Artusi for an intimate Founders Table Dinner. Thirty guests came in from the New York area and across the country —startup CEOs, real estate leaders, event producers, and more — for a four-course menu at one of NYC’s toughest reservations, paired with conversation that was even better than the pasta.
What started as a room filled with strangers quickly turned into engaging discussions and long-lasting connections. Members across diverse backgrounds and industries were able to share travel stories, business tips, and learn about each other.
From First Toast to Final Bite: Connections in Full Flow
The room buzzed with candid founder-to-founder chats—product launches compared with real-estate rollups, growth marketing swapped with logistics. Guests left with fresh ideas, new collaborators, and a few new LinkedIn connections to keep the conversations going.
Our partners helped make the evening feel extra special. Gift bags featured elevated essentials from Diptyque, Kiehl’s, Aescape, Vacation Sunscreen, Serena & Lily, and more. We are so grateful to these partners for helping make the night extra special.
L’Artusi delivered on what they do best. From delicious apps and mouthwatering pasta to a perfectly cut steak, the team took care of us and made sure everyone enjoyed every moment from start to finish.
One Lucky Couple, One Big Adventure
We closed the night with a surprise raffle: a trip New Zealand! One lucky member was awarded a package including 2 round-trip premium economy tickets courtesy of Air New Zealand, a complimentary helicopter tour or wine tasting, and 2 nights stay at select premier hotel partners. Congratulations to our winning couple —we can’t wait to hear about the journey.
Evenings like this are why we created the Founders Table Dinner Series: intimate rooms, exceptional hospitality, and the kind of conversations that turn into partnerships. See you at the next table.