Napa Valley, Sep 8

Founders
Summit

An invite only retreat for founders building AI and software. Hosted by Nathan Latka at a beautiful Napa Valley Vineyard.

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Guest List

Learn from the worlds top founders.

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Nathan Latka

Nathan Latka

CEO, Founderpath

Founderpath
Alex Jekowsky

Alex Jekowsky

CEO, Cents

Cents50M+ ARR
Jeff Lu

Jeff Lu

CEO, Akool

Akool40M+ ARR
Siva Surendira

Siva Surendira

CEO, Lyzr.ai

Lyzr10M+ ARR
Aly Hussaini

Aly Hussaini

CEO, Eventeny

Eventeny10M+ ARR
Lucy Wang

Lucy Wang

CEO, Pocketflows

Pocketflows.com5M+ ARR
Benjamin Douablin

Benjamin Douablin

CEO, FullEnrich

FullEnrich10M+ ARR
Dylan Fournier

Dylan Fournier

CoFounder, ArcAds

ArcAds10M+ ARR

Agenda

Three days in Napa Valley, September 8–10.

TuesdaySep 811:00 AM–10:00 PMArrival & welcome
  • Land at SFO, then Uber to Stanly Ranch
  • Check into your Guest Suite
  • Wine & cheese on Infinity Hill, 4:30–6 PM
  • Group dinner at The Bear
  • Welcome firepit & wine, lawn games, chess
WednesdaySep 98:00 AM–lateKeynotes & masterminds
  • Breakfast at The Bear
  • Three 20-minute keynotes with Q&A at Garden House
  • Workshops 1 & 2 at Garden House — founder-led breakouts
  • Lunch experiences — bocce, sushi rolls, vineyard hikes & scenic drives
  • Afternoon experiences — sabrage, croquet, spa, tastings & more
  • Dinner at The Grange
  • Evening — campfire wine & poker tournament
ThursdaySep 107:00–11:00 AMDeparture
  • Breakfast at The Bear, 7–10 AM
  • Hotel check-out by 11:00 AM, then fly home

Workshops

Learn from the worlds top founders.

Sep 9, 11:20AMTable #6

Our Custom Foundation Model

Jeff Lu

Jeff Lu, CEO, Akool

I'll show you how we trained our avatar algorithms from scratch across 4 generations. I collected and labeled our own 4K data and ran 3 to 6 month development cycles per model to get to studio quality. Along the way I developed a clear point of view on when to build our own model vs. when to partner with OpenAI, Anthropic, others: I build where I can own the quality and the pricing power, like avatars and face swap, and I partner where the field moves too fast to win on my own, like text-to-video and AI music. In this workshop I'll walk through how I decide what to build proprietary versus what to buy, and how to actually train models that justify premium pricing in a market racing to zero.

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Sep 9, 10:30AMTable #7

Growing Revenue Without Chasing New Customers

Alex Jekowsky

Alex Jekowsky, CEO, Cents

Cents hit $60M ARR with 99% gross retention by going deeper, not wider — selling POS, custom payment hardware, and delivery integrations into the same laundromats instead of racing to add rooftops. Alex breaks down how he thinks about net dollar retention over location growth, why “more customers” is often the lazy path, and how attachment rates in a tight vertical compound into a durable business. You’ll leave with a framework for finding the next product your existing customers will actually pay for.

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Sep 9, 10:30AMTable #2

Building our MCP

Benjamin Douablin

Benjamin Douablin, CEO, FullEnrich

How FullEnrich built our MCP server and helped customers understand how to use it to drive ACV expansion.

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Sep 9, 10:30AMTable #1

Bootstrapping to $20M

Dylan Fournier

Dylan Fournier, CoFounder, ArcAds

Clever ways we add millions of revenue without burning huge amounts of money.

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Sep 9, 11:20AMTable #3

Move from SaaS to GMV %

Aly Hussaini

Aly Hussaini, CEO, Eventeny

How to help your customers make more money, then pivot your pricing model to a % of GMV instead of seat-based pricing.

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Sep 9, 11:20AMTable #4

How we're using our Agency to sell AI to SMBs

Sam Riemer

Sam Riemer, CEO, Zoek

We reached $10M in revenue on the back of professional services, but growth is accelerating as we help SMBs adopt AI faster. Here’s how to launch a mini agency playbook inside your company.

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Sep 9, 10:30AMTable #5

Trash Pickup and AI, the Power of Vertical Software

Mark Hoadley

Mark Hoadley, CEO, HaulerHero

See how I took learnings from Service Titan to build a $5m+ vertical software company serving Waste and Hauling SMBs.

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Activities

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Croquet

Croquet

Lavender Lawn, Stanly Ranch
Sep 9, 2:30–5:30 PM

Originating in Ireland, croquet is a storied pastime loved for its relaxed, social nature. Whether you're a first-timer or a seasoned player, don your whites and put your skills to the test on the poolside Lavender Lawn alongside our second-generation croquet pro — completed with a Pimm's cup bar and classic tea sandwiches. Click "Join" to request an invite — if accepted, you'll be sent a calendar invite with the location.

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Nathan LatkaNathan Latka
CEO, Founderpath
Poker Tournament

Poker Tournament

The Grange, Stanly Ranch
Sep 9, 8:00–11:00 PM

Cap the night with a no-limit hold'em tournament among founders — chips, cards and conversation under the Napa stars. Whether you're a seasoned shark or sitting down for the first time, buy in for a friendly bracket and play down to a final table. Click "Join" to request an invite — if accepted, you'll be sent a calendar invite with the location.

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CEO, Founderpath
Hudson Ranch Hike & Tasting

Hudson Ranch Hike & Tasting

Hudson Ranch, Carneros
Sep 9, 12:00–2:30 PM

Named one of California's best Chardonnay vineyards by Wine Spectator, Hudson Ranch produces grapes of distinction in the heart of Napa's Carneros district. Take a moderate 2.5-mile hike across 2,000 acres of vineyards to reach prime views of the bay, then unwind with a lakeside picnic complemented by Hudson's acclaimed bottles. Click "Join" to request an invite — if accepted, you'll be sent a calendar invite with the location.

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CEO, Founderpath
Wine, Land & Art at Donum Estate

Wine, Land & Art at Donum Estate

Donum Estate, Sonoma
Sep 9, 2:30–5:30 PM

Dive into the world of Donum Estate through an exploration of wine, land and art. Sip their acclaimed rosé before cruising through the vineyards and renowned sculpture garden on a rugged-terrain vehicle, then indulge in a private tasting of reserve wines paired with light, elegant bites finished with olive oil, finishing salts and honey. Click "Join" to request an invite — if accepted, you'll be sent a calendar invite with the location.

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Nathan LatkaNathan Latka
CEO, Founderpath
Opening Night Dinner

Opening Night Dinner

The Bear, Stanly Ranch
Sep 8, 6:00–8:00 PM

Kick off the summit over dinner at The Bear, Stanly Ranch's wood-fired restaurant tucked among the vineyards. Gather with founders as the Napa sun drops — a low-key night in an enjoyable setting. Click "Join" to request an invite — if accepted, you'll be sent a calendar invite with the location.

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CEO, Founderpath
Wine Around the Campfire

Wine Around the Campfire

Vineyard Firepits, Stanly Ranch
Sep 9, 8:00–10:30 PM

Wind down the day around the open-air firepits as the Napa hills fade to blue. Pull up a chair, pour a glass of Stanly Ranch estate wine and trade stories with founders over the embers — a slow, unstructured evening built for real conversation, with a curated flight and late-night bites to keep the night going. Click "Join" to request an invite — if accepted, you'll be sent a calendar invite with the location.

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CEO, Founderpath
Dinner at The Grange

Dinner at The Grange

The Grange, Stanly Ranch
Sep 9, 6:00–9:30 PM

The signature group dinner — the entire summit at one long table inside The Grange at Stanly Ranch, over farm-to-table food and long conversations with other founders. Click "Join" to request an invite — if accepted, you'll be sent a calendar invite with the location.

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CEO, Founderpath
Airstrip Acceleration

Airstrip Acceleration

Sonoma County Airport
Sep 9, 2:30–5:30 PM

Compare luxury models like Ferrari, Lamborghini and McLaren as you speed down the airstrip, embracing the rush that comes from car racing. With obstacles eliminated, this supervised experience is safer than conventional track driving — followed by a cocktail reception. Click "Join" to request an invite — if accepted, you'll be sent a calendar invite with the location.

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CEO, Founderpath
Art of Sabrage

Art of Sabrage

Infinity Hill, Stanly Ranch
Sep 9, 2:30–5:30 PM

A grandiose display of celebration, the art of sabrage dates back to the French Revolution. With guidance from our sommelier, learn the history, safety and physics of sabering before opening a bottle of your own — paired with sparkling wine and a platter of crème fraîche dip with housemade chips. Click "Join" to request an invite — if accepted, you'll be sent a calendar invite with the location.

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CEO, Founderpath
Savor the Spirit

Savor the Spirit

The Cellar, Stanly Ranch
Sep 9, 2:30–5:30 PM

From peated whiskey and mezcal to reposado tequila, this guided tasting explores the history and flavor notes of four different spirits. Practice tasting techniques while snacking on a curated selection of light bites that enhance the dynamic flavor of each sip. Click "Join" to request an invite — if accepted, you'll be sent a calendar invite with the location.

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CEO, Founderpath
Woodworking

Woodworking

The Barn, Stanly Ranch
Sep 9, 2:30–5:30 PM

Learn the tricks of the woodworking trade with designer and woodworker Melanie Abrantes. This Japanese wood-carving workshop is rooted in personal wellness, relaxation and the meditative tradition of making with your hands — completed with zero-proof cocktails and charcuterie. Click "Join" to request an invite — if accepted, you'll be sent a calendar invite with the location.

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CEO, Founderpath
Bocce Ball

Bocce Ball

Charsaw Farms
Sep 9, 12:00–2:30 PM

Try your hand at bocce. Pick teams and take turns rolling toward the "pallino," the small target ball at the end of the court at nearby Charsaw Farms — a relaxed, social way to trade notes between sessions, completed with lunch and wine. Click "Join" to request an invite — if accepted, you'll be sent a calendar invite with the location.

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CEO, Founderpath
Halehouse Spa & Pool

Halehouse Spa & Pool

Halehouse Spa, Stanly Ranch
Sep 9, 2:30–5:30 PM

Reset at Halehouse, Stanly Ranch's hilltop spa set across seven buildings on more than an acre. Move through the Springhouse Circuit — a Nordic-inspired bathhouse of hot-and-cold contrast soaks, saunas and recovery rituals with a Northern California twist — then surface at the spectacular spa pool overlooking the vineyards and Napa hills. Click "Join" to request an invite — if accepted, you'll be sent a calendar invite with the location.

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Nathan LatkaNathan Latka
CEO, Founderpath
From Wheel to Wine | Cervantes Family Vineyards

From Wheel to Wine | Cervantes Family Vineyards

Cervantes Family Vineyards, Pope Valley
Sep 9, 2:30–5:30 PM

Select an exotic sports car from Napa Valley Car Club's fleet, then cruise through winding wine country roads to reach Cervantes Family Vineyards, a 1,200-acre ranch specializing in Bordeaux varietals. From tasting their renowned wines to embracing the rugged beauty of Pope Valley, explore the storied history of the region and the family behind the label. Click "Join" to request an invite — if accepted, you'll be sent a calendar invite with the location.

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Nathan LatkaNathan Latka
CEO, Founderpath

Venue

Napa Valley

Stanly Ranch, Auberge Resorts Collection

200 Stanly Crossroad, Napa, CA 94559

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