Michael showed us exactly why students like him are the future of startups. From building an app that turns leftover food into recipes to looking for real opportunities in machine learning, he's not just dreaming, he’s already building. 👉 And he’s all about joining a startup from the ground up. If you’re working on something big and need a tech co-founder who’s ready to get their hands dirty... 📲 Download Foundermatcha (https://lnkd.in/e96GEKge) and connect with people like Michael who are ready to grow with you. #techcofounder #studenttalent #foundermatcha #hackathon #interview #universityofwestminister #foodwaste #sustainable
foundermatcha
Internet Marketplace Platforms
Matching founders to software engineers. Not just on skills — but on vision, values & vibes...
About us
We’re foundermatcha — the speed-networking app where startup founders and software engineers connect fast, match smart, and build big. Finding a technical co-founder, freelance dev, or long-term tech partner is one of the hardest parts of launching a startup. We’re changing that. Co-developed with leading experts and academics in entrepreneurship and psychology, foundermatcha uses a gamified, mobile-first experience to help founders meet vetted software engineers based not just on skills — but on shared vision, values, and personality compatibility. Think of it as speed-dating meets startup building, designed to spark meaningful connections that lead to real product launches. Because every good idea deserves the right tech partner...
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foundermatcha.com
External link for foundermatcha
- Industry
- Internet Marketplace Platforms
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- London
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 2023
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London, GB
Employees at foundermatcha
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Anirudh Reddy Ranga
AI Strategy Lead @ Foundermatcha | MSc in Big Data Science
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Samuel Wihby
Entrepreneur | Investor | Fintech | Hospitality
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Manolis Diamandakis
Software Developer | Native | AI
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Aryuna Ferrera Nakamura
Co-Founder & Lead Full-Stack & Mobile Software Engineer @Uniyo | Leadership in Tech | Bilingual (English & Spanish) | Based in London 🇪🇸🇰🇷
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We hit the campus to hear from the students at the University of Westminster! Confident, articulate, and already thinking like founders, this generation is stepping up and ready to connect! Foundermatcha is the speed networking app that helps founders find their developers. If you're looking to connect with young talent, download the app now and meet your future CTO! 📲 [https://lnkd.in/e96GEKge] #Foundermatcha #StartupTalent #FutureFounders #TechNetworking #Entrepreneurship
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Update 12pm: "Oh....and this time one of our panelist will include a serial angel and techstars mentor!" Update 13pm: "Second panelist is confirmed: experienced tech operator / Oxford DPhil who recently secured a 2.5m fundraise for his tech startup...."
🚀 Calling all founders, innovators, and dreamers! 🚀 We're excited to announce our next Speed-Pitching event in April! We got incredible feedback that attendees received valuable investor feedback and made meaningful connections. Now it’s your turn to take the stage. 📅 Date & Time: Friday, April 11 | 2:30 - 5:00 PM 📍 Location: Wiser HQ, 10 Baker's Yard, London EC1R 3DD 🎟 Book now before tickets sell out: https://lnkd.in/e3DYa-pm As a Foundermatcha user, grab 15% off tickets! Just: 1. Download the Foundermatcha app (iOS or Android) 2. Go to the Events section 3. Copy & paste the discount code into your Eventbrite shopping cart Why join? ☑︎ Pitch your startup to investors and industry leaders ☑︎ Receive valuable feedback to refine your business strategy ☑︎ Expand your network with fellow founders and tech professionals ☑︎ Gain media exposure to help grow your brand ☑ Get a 3-day trial with Spacent to use any of their 80+ co-working spaces across London︎ Our last event created real opportunities for founders, don’t miss your chance to take your startup to the next level! #TechStartup #Networking #PitchToInvestor #Entrepreneurship #StartupGrowth #foundermatcha #eventbrite #speedpitching #techfundraising︎
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🚀 Calling all founders, innovators, and dreamers! 🚀 We're excited to announce our next Speed-Pitching event in April! We got incredible feedback that attendees received valuable investor feedback and made meaningful connections. Now it’s your turn to take the stage. 📅 Date & Time: Friday, April 11 | 2:30 - 5:00 PM 📍 Location: Wiser HQ, 10 Baker's Yard, London EC1R 3DD 🎟 Book now before tickets sell out: https://lnkd.in/e3DYa-pm As a Foundermatcha user, grab 15% off tickets! Just: 1. Download the Foundermatcha app (iOS or Android) 2. Go to the Events section 3. Copy & paste the discount code into your Eventbrite shopping cart Why join? ☑︎ Pitch your startup to investors and industry leaders ☑︎ Receive valuable feedback to refine your business strategy ☑︎ Expand your network with fellow founders and tech professionals ☑︎ Gain media exposure to help grow your brand ☑ Get a 3-day trial with Spacent to use any of their 80+ co-working spaces across London︎ Our last event created real opportunities for founders, don’t miss your chance to take your startup to the next level! #TechStartup #Networking #PitchToInvestor #Entrepreneurship #StartupGrowth #foundermatcha #eventbrite #speedpitching #techfundraising︎
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Huge thanks to Henry Mascot from Curacel (YC 22) for sharing invaluable insights during our latest podcast! 💯 If you’re thinking about applying to Y Combinator, this is one you won’t want to miss. Key takeaway? YC prioritizes builders. Whether you’re coding yourself or deeply technical in your domain, demonstrating your ability to execute and understand your market is critical. And that’s exactly what foundermatcha is here for, connecting founders and developers so you can turn ideas into reality. Full episode is now on Spotify: https://bit.ly/3QQQu26 and YouTube: https://bit.ly/43sZd1Y #foundermatcha #ycombinator #startupevent #curacel #fundingtips #insurtech #aisolutions
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Thanks Lana G. for sharing our story!
New episode on our YouTube channel! In this episode of Interview by The Top Voices, we sat down with Kar L. C., founder & CEO of Foundermatcha, to dive into the world of co-founder matchmaking. Kar shares why finding the right co-founder is like dating — you need to make sure you're aligned on the mission, vision, and values before committing. He also talks about the crucial decision of whether to hire a developer or bring in a co-founder, why most startups fail, and the red flags to look for when choosing a partner. Watch the episode, subscribe, and let us know your thoughts! Your support means everything 💙 Link to the full episode in the comments.
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Got a game-changing idea? Ready to pitch it to the world? This is your chance to turn inspiration into action. Join our Tech Startup Speed Pitching Event—an exclusive opportunity to pitch your startup to real angel investors, connect with like-minded founders, and build collaborations that could change everything. 📍 Wiser HQ, 19 Eastbourne Terrace, London 🗓️ Friday, April 11, 2025 ⏰ 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM 👉 Find the event here: https://lnkd.in/eZFvSx6Y And here’s the bonus: 🎟️ Download the foundermatcha app for exclusive ticket discounts. (Link in comments) 🏢 Thanks to our friends at Spacent, we're also offering 3 free days of coworking at any of their 80+ UK locations Work, network, and grow in spaces designed for trailblazers like you. The spotlight is waiting for you; will you take the stage?
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Many founders hesitate to start because they think they lack the right tech skills. But Matt Cook, co-founder of Fablemaze, proves that mindset is everything. Matt didn’t just direct a startup, he became the lead actor in his own startup motion picture. No tech background? No problem. He embraced learning, leveraged AI, and bring his vision to life. His journey is proof that the best way to start is simply to start. Stop waiting for the “perfect” script, just roll the cameras and make it happen. 🎥 Full episode now on Spotify: https://lnkd.in/ejiTkQnd Youtube: https://lnkd.in/ep_uBg4Q Download foundermatcha now and connect with founders and developers. 📲 #foundermatcha #entrepreneurship #startupjourney #innovator #techtransformation #leadership #inspiration #creativetotech #founderlessons #streaming #fablemaze
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Proud to be part of OPUS...
Building Foundermatcha: a networking-app for startup founders to connect with talented developers. (Accenture / Oxford)
Being a startup founder can be a lonely and frustrating experience... So when I got an invite to a founders' retreat, I wasn’t sure what to expect. My rational brain told me this was precious time better spent with my family and newborn baby. But curiosity won. I’m glad it did. Walking into the posh Royal Berkshire Hotel in Ascot felt like stepping into an X-Men movie. A group of wandering souls and misfits—each with their own special powers (marketing, fundraising, AI-hacking, storytelling…)—gather together like kids on their first day of school. Then, Charles Xavier shaman-like figures appear and start evangelizing about the power of community. Soon, we are sitting uncomfortably close to complete strangers, asked to share our fears, wants, and desires. My brain, ever skeptical, thinks: What if people flinch? Or worse, recoil! That never happens, of course. Instead, after a few raw, unfiltered conversations, the air in the room shifts. Trust builds—fast. And from that point on, the tone of the retreat is set. Those two days were packed with workshops and deep dives—LinkedIn best practices, prompt engineering, presentation skills—but also revealing discussions on mental health, women’s health, and parenthood. What made it truly special wasn’t just the content, but the way it was framed—through a lens of authenticity and vulnerability. This wasn’t just another networking event. It was an experiment in trust, openness, and connection. Two days of learning, pushing boundaries, hugging strangers, and exchanging ideas later, I walk away with new friends, leads, strategies, and—perhaps most importantly—a renewed sense of optimism and energy. Sometimes, stepping away is exactly what you need to move forward. Thanks to Sam Tidswell-Norrish and the rest of the OPUS team and crew, including Alexandra Lazard, Kajal S., Andrew Bloch, Daniel Peacock, Meena Sangar OneTrust Responsible AI Professional, Andrea Fenel, Frederic Lootens...
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We had an incredible experience connecting 8 passionate founders with 30+ final-year Computer Science graduates, and the results have been truly inspiring. Both founders and our team enjoyed every conversation, learning about the students' creative ideas and impressive technical skills. Westminster University is undoubtedly a hub for innovation and talent, and we want to express our sincere thanks to the professors, staff, and students for their warm welcome and support in making this event a success. We’re excited that many students have shown great interest and joined Foundermatcha! If you’re a founder looking to connect with emerging tech talent, check out our app on the App Store and Google Play. Let’s continue to build meaningful connections and empower the next generation of tech innovators. 👍 #WestminsterUniversity #Foundermatcha #hackathon #Innovators #TechRecruitment #Entrepreneurship #CSGraduate #FreshGradOpportunities