Who We Are
Building a business is hard, building it alone is even harder. That’s why Young Founders Club exists - to ensure no young entrepreneur has to navigate their journey alone.
YFC is a community of young entrepreneurs in Melbourne who come together regularly with one simple goal: to connect with like-minded people who understand the challenges and excitement of building a business.
From casual social catch-ups to professional events, it’s all about building genuine connections with people who just get it - people you can bounce ideas off, learn from, share experiences with and support along the way.
Don't Build Alone
Social catchups
Coffees, drinks, sport & more
From morning coffees and casual dinners to after-work drinks and fun activities, our regular catch-ups are all about connecting in a relaxed, informal setting.
What To Expect
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Professional events
Guest speakers, networking, education
Learn from experienced founders, gain fresh perspectives and develop valuable skills through workshops, guest speakers and other professional events.
Likeminded community
Guest speakers, networking, education
Build meaningful relationships with fellow entrepreneurs who understand the journey. Find people to bounce ideas off, share challenges with, learn from and support each other along the way.
70+
Young founders aged 18–35, based in Melbourne.
Our Founders
7+
Industries represented, bringing together founders from diverse business backgrounds.
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Club united by a shared passion for business and entrepreneurship.
1. Apply via the form
Complete our short application form and tell us a little about yourself and your business. We carefully review all applications to ensure our community remains genuine and exclusively for young founders.
How it works
Joining Young Founders Club is simple and completely free. Here’s how to get started.
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3. Attend the next catchup
Come along to our next social catch-up or professional event, meet like-minded entrepreneurs and start building meaningful connections. No pressure, no agenda - just good people and great conversations.
2. Introduce yourself
Once accepted, you’ll be added to our WhatsApp community. Say hello, introduce yourself and your business, and start connecting with fellow founders.
2. Introduce yourself
What's coming up?
Our professional events are open to everyone! Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or considering joining the club, we highly recommend coming along. It’s a great opportunity to meet like-minded people, experience what Young Founders Club is all about, and learn from some of the very best in business.
Build Your Business
With Gabby Leibovich
Join us for our first professional event as we sit down with Gabby Leibovich, Co-founder of Catch, to hear insights from his entrepreneurial journey.
Connect with like-minded young entrepreneurs, share ideas and learn from one of Australia's most successful founders, all while enjoying complimentary drinks and finger food.
NOV 19, 2026