/ About this event
Join us at Reddit’s San Francisco headquarters during #SFTechWeek for a candid conversation about what it takes to build something people care about.
Reddit's former CTO and co-founder, Chris Slowe, will join moderators from Reddit’s entrepreneurial and startup communities for a fireside chat on turning founder conviction into a brand and community that grows.
They’ll share practical lessons on telling your story authentically, earning early advocates, listening to customers, and building momentum without a massive budget. You’ll also hear how founders can thoughtfully engage in communities like r/startups, r/Entrepreneur, r/smallbusiness, r/EntrepreneurRideAlong, and r/marketing to contribute value, gather honest feedback, and build awareness without sounding promotional.
Come for honest stories about what worked, what didn’t, and the unexpected turns along the way. Leave with actionable marketing ideas, a sharper approach to community-driven growth, and a few new people in your corner.
This event is part of #SFTechWeek, a week of events hosted by VCs and startups that brings together the tech ecosystem. Learn more at tech-week.com.

