They're looking for you too.
Founder Searching
... think Tinder for Startups
... think Tinder for Startups
We match Startups with Contributors ready to work for partial Ownership
Don't build it alone.
We connect founders with equity-driven contributors - designers, developers, marketers, operators, strategists, students, even lawyers - people ready to join a mission they believe in.
Work on something that matters to you.
No matter your passion, skill set, or time availability, there's a startup out there that not only wants you - but needs you.
We match you with early-stage teams aligned to your strengths, time, and drive to help build something real.
Earn equity in what you help create.
Imagine waking up tomorrow genuinely excited - because you're building something that matters to you!
This isn't just a side project or a résumé boost. It's a chance to replace your job with purpose, your hours with ownership, and your effort with real equity.
Try it out. See what's out there.
For contributors who want visibility.
For contributors ready to join the right team fast.
Create your profile and see who's out there.
Find the right people, message matches, and grow your team fast.
Put your startup in front of top talent - with premium visibility, AI tools, and white-glove support.
And through our system, you could own a piece of what they build.
When we help a startup find founding team members,
we receive up to 1% equity in that company.
When you start a referral chain that leads to that company being built —
you earn a piece of our share. Up to five levels deep.
You could earn equity in dozens of startups —
Just by starting the ripple.
Companies on our VIP plan can upload a video prompt, which is used in an AI-led, Zoom-like interview with candidates. The AI asks questions, holds a conversation, and generates a report highlighting high-quality responses. This lets companies follow up only with candidates worth their time.
Automate initial screenings and focus only on the most promising candidates.
AI analyzes responses for both content and cultural fit with your startup.
Get detailed reports on candidate responses, including sentiment and skill assessment.
Offer ends once we reach 10,000 users or 100 startups.
Start ReferringUnlock early access to high-potential startups.
Gain first-look access to a curated pipeline of emerging teams. Our platform surfaces untapped talent building innovative companies - giving you an edge before they hit the radar.
For further details or to discuss a potential partnership,
please feel free to email us directly at mike@madewithchat.com
FounderSearching.com is a platform aimed at connecting founders with collaborators using AI-powered matchmaking, gamification, and community-driven invitations. Our goal is to provide a democratic way to form partnerships and accelerate startup development. We are partnered with FlipIt and Made With Chat to enhance our features and reach a wider audience.
Our target audience includes founders seeking partners and collaborators looking to join new projects. We specifically focus on connecting those who have ideas but lack the team to execute them with talented individuals who want to contribute to meaningful projects but haven't found the right opportunity.
FounderSearching.com offers efficient matchmaking, gamified interactions, and a community-driven environment to help users connect and collaborate effectively. Our platform replaces traditional gatekeepers with network effects and emphasizes reputation over resumes, creating opportunities for all participants regardless of their background.
Our marketing strategy includes leveraging partnerships with FlipIt and Made With Chat, community-driven invitations, gamification, and a referral program. By incentivizing early adopters to invite others and rewarding network-building activities, we create a self-sustaining growth engine.
Our revenue model includes tiered subscription plans ranging from free to $25/month, potential revenue sharing with Made With Chat for successful startups, and a founding member program that drives both engagement and revenue.
We are currently raising ten thousand dollars by offering twenty percent equity to two investors to launch stage one and build the network. This initial funding will support platform development, marketing efforts, and operational costs during our beta phase.
We aim to launch the platform in less than two months, achieve viral growth through our referral system, and enable the swiping functionality within the second or third month. Our long-term milestones include reaching 100,000 users within the first year and facilitating the formation of at least 1,000 startup teams.
Our core team consists of experts in FlipIt, Made With Chat, and FounderSearching.com, with plans to hire expert developers and utilize AI coding. We are building a lean, agile team that can quickly adapt to user feedback and market demands.
The global market for online recruitment and professional networking platforms is currently valued at over $33 billion and is projected to exceed $60 billion within the next decade. Co-founder and early-team matching is an emerging but underserved segment within this massive market.
Founder Searching addresses this gap by focusing on collaborative partnerships over traditional hiring. Unlike generalist platforms like LinkedIn, or closed networks like Y Combinator's matching system, our approach emphasizes intent-based, AI-driven matching focused on equity, purpose, and skill alignment.
The shift toward online matchmaking platforms has been a significant driver of growth across all segments of the matchmaking industry. Founder Searching is positioned to capitalize on this trend by providing a digital platform specifically designed for startup ecosystem connections.
Advanced matchmaking algorithms and artificial intelligence technologies have enabled more accurate and personalized matching across various industries. Founder Searching leverages these technologies to increase the likelihood of successful connections.
The matchmaking industry has expanded beyond romantic relationships to include professional networking. Founder Searching is positioned at the forefront of this trend, focusing specifically on connecting entrepreneurs with potential team members.
The founder matchmaking space includes several established and emerging platforms, each with distinct approaches and value propositions:
Y Combinator's platform has facilitated over 100,000 co-founder introductions, making it one of the largest players in this space. As part of a prestigious accelerator that has funded over 5,000 startups with a combined valuation of approximately $600 billion, YC's platform benefits from strong credibility and brand recognition. However, it has limitations in filtering options and variable quality of matches.
With over 650,000 users worldwide, CoFoundersLab is one of the largest co-founder matchmaking services. It offers a comprehensive platform for starting, funding, and growing businesses, with access to investors and professionals. While it provides extensive resources, its subscription model and reported customer service issues present opportunities for differentiation.
Founder Searching is uniquely positioned in this market by focusing specifically on connecting founders with collaborators who might otherwise never find each other, emphasizing mission alignment and purpose over traditional resume-based matching, and creating a community-driven approach with network effects and incentives.
Founder Searching Limited employs a multi-faceted revenue model designed to balance accessibility with sustainable growth. The primary revenue streams include tiered subscription plans, revenue sharing with Made With Chat, and the Founding Member program that drives both engagement and revenue.
Based on industry benchmarks and the specific positioning of Founder Searching, we project significant growth in platform revenue over the next five years.
Note: These projections reflect only the fees generated by Founder Searching, and do not include additional affiliate revenue from partners like MadeWithChat or Flipit.
10,000-15,000 users
$3-$5 ARPU
50,000-75,000 users
$4-$6 ARPU
100,000-150,000 users
$5-$7 ARPU
Series A: $3M-$5M
150,000-250,000 users
$5.5-$7.5 ARPU
250,000-350,000 users
$6-$8 ARPU
Path to Series B
Our user base is projected to grow from 10,000-15,000 users in Year 1 to 250,000-350,000 users by Year 5, with increasing conversion rates from free to paid plans. The average revenue per user is expected to increase from $3-$5 per month in Year 1 to $6-$8 per month by Year 5.
Founder Searching is currently seeking $10,000 in initial funding in exchange for 20% equity (split between two investors). This funding will be allocated to platform development (50%), marketing and user acquisition (30%), operations and legal (15%), and contingency (5%).
Based on projected growth and industry benchmarks, we anticipate a Seed Round of $250,000-$500,000 at the end of Year 1, followed by a Series A of $3M-$5M in Year 3.
The financial projections demonstrate a path to profitability within the first year of operations, with significant growth potential in subsequent years. The unique revenue-sharing model with Made With Chat creates potential for outsized returns if even a small number of referred startups achieve significant success.
Founder Searching is more than a platform - it's a movement to democratize startup creation and collaboration. By connecting passionate builders with visionary founders, we're creating a more inclusive, accessible, and purpose-driven entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Whether you're a founder looking for the perfect team or a talented individual seeking meaningful projects, Founder Searching provides the community, tools, and opportunities you need to succeed.
Join us today and be part of building the future of entrepreneurship - where great ideas find great people, and together, they build great companies.
If this platform went viral and only 1 million people signed up, and just 10% of them paid the bare minimum of $5 each, we would generate $500,000 in monthly revenue. This simple math highlights the platform's potential for exponential revenue from even minimal conversion - driven by referral, gamification, and community incentives.