

Get YC Ready! Founders' BootCamp
Thinking about applying to Y Combinator? This 2-hour live session could give you the edge.
Join YC Founders for a hands-on workshop breaking down what it really takes to stand out in the YC application process and pitch with confidence under pressure.
What you’ll get out of it:
A real-time teardown of the YC application, what works, what doesn’t
Live founder pitch reviews: 5 spots available (optional, first-come basis)
An open Q&A with YC alumni
A practical founder checklist and resources to help you apply
Key Panelists:
Wayne Crosby (YCS24): Visiting Group Partner at Y Combinator serial founder behind Zenter (acquired by Google) and Humu ($100M+ raised), now building OrgOrg.
Nakul Kelkar (YCS21): Co-founder of RenderNet. Also co-founded Defy and RenderX with experience across AI, product, and early-stage startups.
Who should join:
Founders preparing for a YC application
Builders refining their pitch or story
Anyone looking for actionable insights from people who’ve been through YC
Hosted by:
Heizen: Heizen is your on-demand tech co-founder — combining AI and top 1% engineers to build production-grade MVPs in weeks. Trusted by ex-FAANG founders, we help you ship faster, validate smarter, and scale without the hiring overhead.
Cushman & Wakefield: We’re a global real estate services firm committed to delivering exceptional value by helping clients optimize, lease, and manage office space and commercial properties. Cushman & Wakefield drives real estate performance and business success through cutting-edge insights, world-class talent, and innovative solutions that shape vibrant, sustainable spaces for our clients, our people, and our communities.
Founders Bay: A community of 80,000 founders and VCs helping startups grow through curated events, expert workshops, and networking. Paid members get exclusive and free access to workshops, office hours, and top investor connections. Join today to access our private community, exclusive workshops, and top-tier events!
Note: This is an independent event and not affiliated with Y Combinator.
Apply to pitch or register now, space is limited.