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August 6, 2025

Founders, talk to us: Help shape Upstream 2026

If there’s one thing we’ve learned from six editions of Upstream, it’s this: the best ideas don’t just happen on stage – they come from the people building things.

That’s why we’re not waiting until May 2026 to start the conversation. At Upstream, we’re here to listen, learn, and build the right conditions for startups to grow. To do that, we need your input. What could you really use help with right now? Your answers will help shape the future of Upstream – even outside of the main Festival – so it actually moves the needle for you.

Whether you joined us this year or not – if you are a founder – we want your voice in the room.

We’re shaping Upstream 2026 to go beyond panels and pitch decks. The goal?
To create:

  • Content that’s actually useful – not generic talks, but sessions that help solve real challenges.
  • Connections that move the needle – investors, partners, and peers who can help you build, not just exchange LinkedIn invites.
  • Support beyond the festival – resources, events, and tools for when you’re back in the grind, not just in the crowd.

But we can’t do that by guessing. We need your insights.

We’ve built a short survey to find out:

  • What your biggest growth blockers are right now.
  • What kind of support (or introductions) would make the most difference.
  • What you want to see – and who you want to meet – at Upstream 2026.

It takes less than three minutes. The answers will help us make Upstream (and the lead-up to it) more founder-focused, more practical, and more impactful. Thank you.

Take the survey here

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