TCNewTech: Fireside Chat Edition

Join us for an inspiring and conversational evening with , co-founder of Craftsy and successful startup operator, as he shares the real story behind building, scaling, and exiting one of the country’s most recognizable creative-tech platforms.

Hosted by 20Fathoms, this event brings together our regional entrepreneurial community for a candid conversation with Josh, as well as meaningful connections within our entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Whether you’re actively building something or simply startup-curious, you’ll walk away with insights—and probably a new contact or two.

Light snacks provided; drinks available for purchase.

In this fireside-style chat, Josh will dive into:

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• How he built and scaled Craftsy
  
• Key pivots, challenges, and lessons learned along the way
  
• What the exit process really looked like
  
• How he thinks about trust, leadership, and founder resilience
  
• What ultimately brought him to Traverse City and how he views entrepreneurial life today
  

We’ll also open the floor for Q&A and shared discussion.

Based in Traverse City, 20Fathoms is a nonprofit organization and the hub for entrepreneurship and innovation in Northwest Michigan. The 20Fathoms team works with entrepreneurs of all stages and industries, and also offers specialized services to meet the unique needs of technology-focused startups. Programs include startup education, business coaching, TCNewTech pitch competitions, access to capital, a vibrant coworking space, and general resources and support. For more information visit: https://20fathoms.org/

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