Fireside Chat with Sharon K. Gillenwater: Building and Selling a $25 Million Dollar Tech Company
Wednesday, June 4, 2025, 5:30 PM PDT – 7:30 PM PDT
Aquillius · 10918 Technology Pl, San Diego, CA 92127, USA
Hosted by Startup Grind San Diego
How I Built and Sold a $25 Million Dollar Tech Company Without Being an Ahole! We've got a special treat! Sharon K. Gillenwater, a tech startup founder, author, and speaker, is will be making her way through San Diego! She has agreed to speak to a group of entrepreneurs while she's here for a private event, so we're offering this opportunity to hear her speak for an intimate group. Join us for an insightful fireside chat with Sharon, who is dedicated to making entrepreneurship more accessible for everyone. Sharon, who grew her company Boardroom Insiders, Inc. to a $25 million exit without losing her soul, will share her journey and secrets from her book "Scaling With Soul: How I Built & Sold a $25 Million Tech Company Without Being an Ahole." This is a unique opportunity to learn from her experiences, get inspired, and understand the nuances of scaling a company with integrity. Don’t miss this chance to connect with like-minded entrepreneurs and gain valuable insights into creating successful and soul-aligned enterprises. Bring your questions, network with fellow attendees, and let Sharon’s journey inspire your own entrepreneurial dreams. This is a private event, and seats are quite limited! Please RSVP to guarantee your seat! Here's a few things to know about Sharon: “Sharon Gillenwater captivated us with her journey from waitress to CEO. Sharing excerpts from her new book, 'Scaling with Soul: How I Built and Sold a $25 Million Tech Company Without Being an Ahole,' Sharon's stories of resilience and navigating startup challenges hit home.” • Startup Accelerator 43North, July 2024 “You were truly amazing, and your insights left a lasting impression on everyone…we received only positive impact from both our clients and partners. Your presentation was not only inspiring but also packed with valuable lessons that resonated deeply…” • Cristina Lupu, YES Employment + Entrepreneurship, Montreal, August 2024 "Sharon had a room full of tech founders captivated with her stories, insights, and answers - it's so rare to get to see "inside" the kinds of deals that she has done and then to get to ask questions! It was a real honour." • Danae Shell, CEO, Valla, Edinburgh, UK, November 2024 "It was great meeting Sharon for a fireside chat in Leeds (UK). She is a combative, creative, determined, and generous tech founder who demonstrates that anything is possible, depending on how badly you want to achieve something. We gained valuable insights from her." • Felix Gyamera, StartupGrind, Leeds, UK, November 2024