CONNECTED IDEAS x Startup Grind Event for Rochester Startup Week

A Special Night Highlighting Founders in Partnership with Startup Grind Rochester For Rochester Startup Week

​Join us for a special November edition of Connected Ideas, hosted by Connected Know in partnership with Startup Grind Rochester as part of Rochester Startup Week.

​This night is all about founders — the people who take an idea, build something from it, navigate the uncertainty, and keep moving forward.

​We’re bringing together founders from across the region for an evening of candid conversation, meaningful connections, and a look at what it really takes to build and grow a company.

​At the center of the evening will be a Founder Panel featuring entrepreneurs with different backgrounds, industries, and experiences. We’ll talk about building from the ground up, finding opportunities, navigating setbacks, growing a business, knowing when to pivot, and the lessons that only come from actually doing it.

​Founder Panel

​Karen Skuse — Entrepreneur & Founder Exited | LinkedIn

​Colin Floom — Serial Entrepreneur & Producer | IMDb

​Ryan Mosher — Sports & Entertainment Entrepreneur/Executive | LinkedIn

​Mike Thaney — Director, Startup Grind Rochester | LinkedIn

​Moderator: Kayte Malik — Founder, Connected Know | LinkedIn

​And we're not stopping with the panel. We'll also be featuring some of the most promising Startup Grind companies from across the region, giving attendees a chance to discover the founders and startups worth watching.

​Come meet the founders building what's next in Rochester. Featured Startups:

​Cofactor

​Civic Dialog

​Daiahn

​Moka Energy

​Date: Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Location: The Inn on Broadway - Vanni's Speakeasy

​November Community Partner: Startup Grind Rochester

​Tickets are $15 per person includes light hor d'ourves/ Cash Bar

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