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Startup Dinners

Curated, small events designed to radically support founders. We bring founders together with service providers and investors to force collisions, spark meaningful connections, and enjoy a great meal.

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The Idea

What would radically supporting a select number of startups look like? What if we got service providers and investors in the same room with startups that could benefit from their capital and services?

Michigan has terrific founders, ideas, investors, talent, and service providers, but they don't always find each other. Perhaps it's a density problem and reducing the space will create more collisions.

We proposed a one night event to bring together different aspects of our ecosystem into one room and sit around one table under the premise of doing what we can to support these startups.

Highlights from our previous Startup Dinner

What are Startup Dinners?

Startup Dinners are intimate, high-value networking events where real relationships are built. Unlike large networking events where connections are fleeting, our dinners create an environment where founders can have deep, meaningful conversations with the people who can actually help them grow.

Each dinner brings together:

The result? Genuine connections, actionable advice, potential partnerships, and the kind of support that founders rarely get access to in their early days.

How It Works

A Typical Evening

What to Expect

As a Founder: You'll present your business and challenges during one of the dinner courses. Come prepared to be vulnerable about what you need most—whether it's capital, expertise, introductions, or strategic advice. The table is here to help.

As a Service Provider or Investor: Come ready to give generously. During the dinner courses, listen deeply and offer insights. At the end of the evening, pledge tangible support—cash, discounted services, introductions, or whatever resources you can provide. The goal is radical support, not sales pitches.

Events

November 2025 Event

November 2025 Startup Dinner

Join us for our next dinner

Our next Startup Dinner is coming in November 2025. Be part of an evening where founders connect with experienced operators and investors over a curated meal.

Limited seats available for founders and service providers.

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Interested in Sponsoring?

Contact us to learn about sponsorship opportunities.


2024 Event

2024 Startup Dinner Recap

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Founders Supported

$50K

Pledged in Cash, Services & Perks

Sponsored by

What People Say

"Very honored Bryce, thanks again so much! And thanks for everyone that participated and contributed! Bryce, keep doing what you're doing : )"

— Tim Murphy
Founder, Audio Radar

"Sometimes it's difficult to know if an event was successful... not this time! Thank you, Bryce for orchestrating this 'artificial density' experiment, and to all participants and sponsors for pouring your knowledge and experience onto our startup fires. 🔥 🌱 🔥"

— Della Fetzer
Founder, Rebel Cultures

"Such a magical evening, beautifully curated!"

— Rebekah Bakker
Service Provider

"Thanks for hosting such a wonderful event, Bryce Kaiser! It was a great evening."

— Brian Tol
Service Provider

"Thrilled to support the next generation of West Michigan leaders! Harbor + Main was honored to offer our services at the recent event... Witnessing the passion and dedication of Audio Radar and Rebel Cultures was truly inspiring. Providing services to these incredible startups is a privilege; I can't wait to see them do remarkable things!"

— Julie Jackson
Service Provider

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Founders

Are you an early-stage founder who could benefit from deep connections with experienced operators and investors? Apply to be a featured founder at an upcoming dinner.

Apply as a Founder

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Service Providers & Investors

Are you an experienced operator, advisor, investor, or service provider who wants to support the startup ecosystem? Join us at the table and share your expertise.

Join the Table

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Sponsors

Help us create more opportunities for founders to connect with the resources they need. Sponsorship includes branding, event access, and more.

Request Sponsor Kit

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