RTTU Breakfast #2: How to approach U.S. expansion as a CEO?
Session #2: How to approach U.S. expansion as a CEO?
Expanding into the U.S. is a major milestone for any startup, but how do founders know when the timing is right? What strategies help them navigate new challenges, from market entry to cultural differences?
Guest speakers include:
Tristan Le Corre, CEO & Co-Founder at Shotgun
Pierre Gaubil, Entrepreneur, Investor & Founder of 34 Elements
The session will be animated by Marjolaine Catil, Investment Director at Newfund.
Join us to explore key frameworks and real-world insights on how CEOs successfully scale in the U.S.
About Tristan Le Corre
Tristan Le Corre is the CEO and co-founder of Shotgun, a leading platform for booking tickets to music events, which has successfully scaled in the USA.
Under his leadership, Shotgun has become a go-to app for festival-goers and nightlife enthusiasts.
In 2020, Shotgun raised €2 million to accelerate its international growth, particularly in the USA. Tristan has navigated the challenges of adapting to new cultural and business environments, steering Shotgun's expansion into the American market.
About Pierre Gaubil
Pierre Gaubil has launched 3 startups with one IPO. He has crossed the Atlantic two times to settle his business in the US and is now advising founders on the US expansion.
With 17 years in San Francisco, he immersed himself in the tech ecosystem, developing his startups Cast and Sensopia, then leading investments in 54 startups as a General Partner at The Refiners, an early-stage VC fund.
Pierre is the founder of 34 Elements, a methodology designed to help startups achieve product-market fit. Having coached over 300 startups, he specializes in strategy, market positioning, fundraising, and business model innovation.
He recently published Startup Unlocked which distills his years of experience into actionable insights for founders navigating the complexities of building and scaling a startup.
What is Road to the USA?
Road to The USA is a curated series of events by Newfund, designed to support startups on their journey to the US market.
By offering direct access to seasoned investors, influential networks, and actionable insights, Road to the USA is the bridge between ambition and success in one of the world’s most competitive markets.
Program
9:00 AM: Check-in & breakfast networking
9:30 AM: Speakers
10:00 AM: Coffee networking
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As the number of places is limited, you will receive a confirmation of your inscription.