The Shortlist: August Founder Showcase

The Shortlist NYC — August Founder Showcase (#8) Find your next role before it's a job post. The best roles in New York never make it to a careers page. They get filled by someone who was in the room. The Shortlist is back for our monthly Founder Showcase — a curated, application-only evening connecting early-stage founders with exceptional operators across New York. Six founders building breakout companies, each sharing what they're building, why it matters, and the specific roles they're hiring for right now — followed by a mixer where you can talk to them directly. You'll leave with a shortlist of your own: companies worth watching, founders worth knowing, and roles you can move on this week. What to expect: Founders presenting at seed through Series B. Operators, builders, and executives who've seen what good looks like. An intentionally small room designed for real connection. Who this is for: Exceptional operators — whether you're actively exploring your next role, casually curious, or simply want to stay close to what's being built in NYC right now. Founders will be announced in the days leading up to the event. 👀 Attendance is intentionally limited. Apply to be considered. ... More information on The Shortlist can be found here. Founded by Andrew Yeung & Ivor Straford.