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H/F: A concierge service for tech entrepreneurs, fostering ecosystems and sharing Silicon Valley insights.

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San Jose, CA, US
Founded
2008
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Contents

  1. 01Executive Summary
  2. 02Products & Services
  3. 03Market Outlook
  1. 01Executive Summary
  2. 02Products & Services
  3. 03Market Outlook

Memo

HACKFund represents a venture fund created by Hackers/Founders that leverages blockchain technology to provide accelerated liquidity for investors. The fund focuses on seed to pre-IPO stage FinTech and InsurTech opportunities, with particular attention to emerging markets.

In 2015, Hackers/Founders announced a collaboration with Women 2.0 to launch a $20 million startup fund, highlighted in a White House fact sheet on entrepreneurial support. The organization continues to expand its global membership network, welcoming new partners such as the SME Finance Forum.

Product Overview

Hackers/Founders provides a concierge service and global community designed to support technology entrepreneurs at every stage. Local chapters organize regular networking events, share startup resources, and connect members with venture opportunities.

The organization also operates an accelerator program that helps founders refine their business models and access capital. Additional services include investment fund management through HACKFund and partnerships that provide legal, financial, and technical guidance to portfolio companies.

Market Outlook

The global startup ecosystem continues to expand rapidly, with increasing demand for community-driven support models that democratize access to resources. Hackers/Founders addresses this trend by maintaining localized chapters that adapt Silicon Valley insights to regional markets.

The organization's emphasis on emerging markets and SME financing aligns with broader industry movements toward inclusive venture capital. Partnerships with international finance forums and blockchain-based fund structures position the community to scale access across underrepresented geographies.