Entrepreneurs Roundtable 216 with REFASHIOND Ventures

Entrepreneurs Roundtable returns for its 216th edition with the format that has kept the series relevant since 2007: founders pitch, an experienced investor responds in real time, and the wider New York startup community learns from the exchange.

Why this event matters

A polished pitch deck rarely shows how an investor actually processes a company. Live feedback does. Watching five founders explain their businesses—and hearing which claims create interest or confusion—turns the evening into a practical lesson in fundraising communication.

What the conversation will cover

• Five live startup pitches with direct investor feedback
• A featured investor conversation and audience Q&A
• What early-stage investors listen for in a founder’s story
• How positioning, evidence, and market framing affect a pitch
• Open networking across founders, investors, mentors, and operators

Who should attend

Actively building founders can register in the entrepreneur lane, while active angels, venture investors, and corporate venture professionals can request investor access. Service providers and members of the broader ecosystem also have a designated registration path.

The DevCuration view

This is a strong event for founders who want to sharpen their narrative without pretending fundraising is a formula. Even attendees who are not pitching can leave with a clearer sense of how experienced investors evaluate a story in the room.

Event details

• Date: 2026-08-04
• Time: 6:00 PM ET
• Format: In person
• Location: Location shared with approved registrants — New York, NY
• Hosted by: Entrepreneurs Roundtable, Murat Aktihanoglu, Jonathan Axelrod, ShoYoung Shin, Lou Abrams
• Featured speakers: Brian Laung Aoaeh, REFASHIOND Ventures
• Registration: Official event page

Registration requirements, capacity, and access details can change. Use the official registration page above for the latest information from the organizer.