For CEOs ready to scale and break through the status quo.
This is an exclusive network for the most promising DC area CEOs in emerging tech companies.
Carolyn Parent
Acquired by Vector Sol
Reggie Aggarwal
IPO 2013
Joe Payne
Acquired for $871M
Marla Blow
Raised $40M
Phillip Merrick
Acquired for $564M
Mindshare has a reputation
as the hub for CEOs in tech.
We are a coveted, invite-only network of 1,100+ CEOs of high growth, tech startups. It's support for leaders of companies from seed stage to exit. These are your people.
A few reasons why CEOs join Mindshare:
proactive CEO Network
Access to a vibrant online CEO community + daily email + quarterly newsletter
Access to experts
Get access to recognized thought leaders via our Alumni, speakers & board.
Find solutions faster
Members constantly tell us how this group saves them critical time & resources.
Advice & Best practices
Get quality, actionable, real-world mentorship and tips from other CEOs.
Lasting Connections
All new members attend live events with 50+ CEOs. Helping foster real relationships.
Membership for life
After the first year, you're an Alumni for life. There are no additional annual fees.
Peer-To-Peer
Why CEOs join:
Insights & support from folks who've been there.
We get it. Being a CEO is a lonely and challenging job. You tackle countless obstacles and demanding choices…daily.
Imagine the time you’d save and the connection you’d gain, if you had access to over 1,000 CEOs who’ve faced similar issues?
Mindshare isn’t a club. It’s a network and FORCE MULTIPLIER. Leveraging connections, experience, and heart… so you can move faster, stay sane, and build a company that thrives.
Our goal & mission
Be THE spot for startup CEO support.
We’ve created a highly engaged, proactive network of CEOs. Our Alumni Network, Program speakers & Board include renowned thought leaders and advisors.
Creating a CEO hub with thriving peer-to-peer mentorship is how we tackle our mission:
To help tech CEOs launch their companies into the stratosphere by fostering innovation, collaboration, and mentorship across the DC startup ecosystem.
By invite only
Access in an exclusive & powerful network.
Mindshare is designed for CEOs who want to grow their company smarter, faster.
For 27 years our invitation-only network has brought together CEOs from the most promising, high growth technology companies across the DC region.
Today, we have over 1,100 Alumni. Currently we select only 50-60 new members a year to join our Program and Alumni Network.
Don't miss our next event:
Usually the 3rd Thursday of the month!
What our alumni
have gotten out of Mindshare.
Katherine Novikov
Being a part of Mindshare was potentially the single most efficient and effective thing I did when growing my business. I was initially reluctant to accept the invitation to join. I didn't have time, or so I thought. Nothing could have been further from the truth. Time and knowledge was what I gained back in spades."
Sundeep Sanghavi
For all new Mindshare Alumni, I can tell you this community truly matters. It's not only a vehicle to grow your business, but it's there for you both personally and professionally. Having Mindshare fellows to talk about your darkest moments and share your proudest makes the journey so much better.
David Miller
The best part of Mindshare is the high quality, like-minded entrepreneurs that it brings together for support, networking and social activities. Through the group, I’ve come to make great friends, advisors and an extended family which I support and can also rely on for professional assistance.
Real Results. Real Impact.
In Our Network
hub and network
“Consistently one of the best places to identify promising new companies and hear the latest from-the-front sagas.”
– Shannon Henry –
The Washington Post
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New members start with The Program.
A series of monthly events to foster growth & community.
Have questions about The Program & Mindshare membership?
No problem. We have detailed info about The Program to help you decide if Mindshare membership is right for you.
Dig in to find out more about requirements for new members, timelines, and benefits of The Program (and Mindshare Alumni status).
Invited to join Mindshare?
Congrats! Take the next step...
Only a current Alumni or Board member can nominate folks for one of our limited spots in Mindshare.
If you got an email from our Board inviting you to apply for a spot in The Program and become a member of Mindshare, you can start the application process now via email. (Please make sure you have your email notification handy.).
