As we move through September and close out Q3, the StartupExperts community continues to build momentum. The energy across our programs, initiatives, and member connections has been inspiring, and we’re excited to share a few highlights as we head into the final stretch of the year.

We’ve welcomed 43 new members in August, keeping up the incredible trend of 40+ new members joining every month since the start of the year. This steady growth reflects the unique energy and generosity of spirit that make StartupExperts thrive. Each new wave of members brings fresh ideas, diverse experience, and a renewed sense of possibility for what we can build together. Be sure to stop by our LinkedIn post to see who’s joined and give them a warm StartupExperts welcome!

That spirit of learning and innovation has also been front and center in our AI Learning Journey, run in partnership with ApplyAI. As Q3 wraps up this month, we’ll be hosting the final session of the quarter — a chance to reflect on how far we’ve come and explore what’s next. You can join the final September session [here] where we’ll continue diving into how AI can reduce friction, create capacity, and strengthen leadership across People, Finance, and Ops.

Alongside our learning journey, we’ve been thrilled to launch the “Becoming Better with StartupExperts” podcast, featuring the 25 Leaders to Follow in 2025. Episodes are being released one by one, spotlighting the voices shaping the future of HR, Finance, and Ops. These conversations are not only inspiring but also deeply practical for the challenges leaders are facing today. You can catch the latest sessions on our Youtube Channel or Spotify account.

This month also marks the beginning of something new: our very first Go-Giver Book Club, taking place on Wednesday, September 24th. Inspired by the Go-Giver spirit that underpins the StartupExperts community, this initiative is mandatory for new members as part of our New Member Onboarding Program and is designed to spark meaningful conversations and deeper connections among members. Whether you’re a longtime Go-Giver fan or new to the book, it’s an opportunity to engage with the principles that guide how we show up for one another — with generosity, curiosity, and care.

As always, we’re grateful for the generosity and leadership that members bring to this space. Whether you’re leading sessions, joining forums, or simply showing up with curiosity, you’re helping shape a community built on trust, insight, and shared growth. We can’t wait to see what this next season brings — and we’re glad to be building it with you.

Applications to join are open at www.StartupExperts.us—let’s keep building together!