More than an event, this is an intimate gathering where each participant’s experiences and expertise help shape meaningful conversations and learnings.

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2024 Silicon Y’all
Technology Summit

October 21-23 | Birmingham, AL

Founders’ Technology Summit is an exclusive gathering of select company leaders – registration is limited to 90 CEOs and 20 of the top tech private equity groups spanning the capital continuum. Attendees engage in meaningful discussions about growth, value, and current industry trends.

Learn

Learn

from top entrepreneurs in the tech world who have created substantial wealth for themselves and their shareholders.

Network

Network

with other executives and entrepreneurs amidst the scenic beauty, rich heritage, and southern hospitality of the Magic City.

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Enjoy

Southern cuisine and tradition at its finest during the Silicon Y’all Technology Summit, while you socialize with industry peers.

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Hear

from keynote speakers as they provide first-hand accounts of their experiences, both missteps and successes.

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Engage

with private equity groups and strategic acquirers that are focused on SaaS and Internet businesses.

Mentors and Speakers

The Silicon Y’all network consists of experienced investors and operators that bring incredible value to our participants.

Tony Summerville

Fleetio

Scott Wozniak

Swoz Consulting

John Burdett

Fast Slow Motion

Michael Johnson

Fast Slow Motion

Michael Weinstein

Vista Equity Partners

Hannah Kim

Bessemer Venture Partners

Adin Menkin

LeadsOnline

Jim O’Neill

FinQore

Josh Roberts

Bridge Bank

Edgar Baum

Avasta

Mike Anello

M33 Growth

Rob Spangler

SaaS Capital

Navid Oreizy

BVP Forge

Kurt Donnell

FreeStar

Kevin Cowherd

Ankura

Shiv Narayanan

How to SaaS

Mark Solovy

Monroe Capital

Robert Faber

Ballast Point Ventures

Ross Croley

Greater Sum Ventures

Shegun Otulana

Harmony Venture Brands

Maren Hopkins

Bessemer Venture Partners

Matt Brugner

Stewardship Partners

Matt Cameron

SaaSy Sales Leadership

Victor Cheng

SaaSCEO

Donny Wyatt

CoConstruct

Past Participants

2024 Venue — Renaissance Birmingham Ross Bridge

4000 Grand Avenue
Birmingham, Alabama 35226

With a scenic location boasting astonishing views of the Alabama hills, Ross Bridge is a luxury hotel getaway that offers an unforgettable stay. On site you’ll find the fifth-longest golf course in the world at 8,191 yards and 18 holes, upscale restaurants, and a full-service spa.

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Testimonials

“Spectacular two days. The honest dialog between founders of companies and private capital is powerful.”

Thomas Reardon

Managing Director, Providence Equity

“This event is just a fantastic opportunity to sit down in an intimate setting and be with a number of really impressive entrepreneurs and founders. The quality of the people that Founders is able to bring together is so energizing.”

Stewart Lynn

Principal, Serent Capital

"Silicon Y'all was the most thought-provoking event of the entire year for me."

Gary Lee

CEO, B2M Solutions

“It surprised me how open other CEO’s where in their sharing. Discussions were at a level that gave exceptional value.”

Jay Wommack

CEO, Vertical Alliance Group

“For the entrepreneurs, listening to the private equity firms discuss how they evaluate a company and help them move forward to get to the next level is extremely helpful.”

Cecil Bostany

Member, Warren Averett