Members

TiE CM’s are successful, high profile entrepreneurs, corporate intrapreneurs and thought leaders, who have reached a stage in their professional life when they are ready, willing and able to contribute to fellow members. TiE CMs are dedicated to the mission of TiE and the virtuous cycle of wealth creation, engaging and giving back to the community. They believe in the merits of capitalism, and have a strong desire to help other entrepreneurs in the community. Charter Membership is by invitation only and subject to a due process prescribed in the TiE bylaws.

Charter Member Benefits:

• Charter members benefit by networking with each other They derive satisfaction through helping budding entrepreneurs. They also gain opportunities to participate in start-ups in many ways.
• Opportunity to participate in monthly events as speakers and/or panel members
• Opportunity to serve as mentors to budding entrepreneurs
• Opportunity to network with other successful entrepreneurs in the Bay Area
• Opportunity to recruit talented members, interns and volunteers
• Participate in the leadership and management of TiE at their Chapter or at the Global level through TiE Global
• Invitation to attend annual TiE CM Retreat, an exclusive event in a destination to create closer bonds in the CM community.
• Complementary attendance to all Flagship events hosted by TiE Chapters all over the world
• Invitation to attend your local Chapter’s exclusive events inviting delegations, entrepreneurship focused organizations, holiday parties and entertainment mixers.
• Opportunity to join the TiE Seattle Angel group

TiE Global launched Special interest groups only for Charter Members. There are 10 SiGs led by Trustees / Charter Members from Across the world. Most SiGs have upwards of 150 members. Some SiGs have got a lot of traction with a regular calendar of events. Business Opportunities discovery, Domain focused events, Member only sessions etc are all planned by the SiG leadership

Your TiE Seattle charter membership is valid for 12 months from the time of membership registration with an option to renew automatically annually.

The Power Couple membership is a unique opportunity for spouses (of current Charter Members) to join TiE Seattle by simply paying 50% of the standard Charter Membership price.  Note that you will become a primary Charter Member price but your spouse will get a 50% discount off the standard price.  By becoming a Power Couple member, you and your spouse will have access to all the benefits of our Charter Member, including exclusive networking opportunities, mentorship programs, educational workshops, and much more.

We believe that entrepreneurship and innovation are not just individual pursuits, but also a team effort that requires the support of family and friends. We recognize the crucial role that spouses play in helping entrepreneurs and professionals achieve their goals, and we want to welcome them to the TiE Seattle community as charter members.

To become a Power Couple member, all you need to do is fill out the membership application form on TiE Seattle website and select the Power Couple membership category. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please contact us [email protected]

TiE AM are entrepreneurs, aspiring professionals, interested in forming a new business, taking their startup to the next level, learning new trends in the marketplace or networking and successfully moving ahead in their careers.

TiE Associate Member (AM) Benefits

TiE Chapters assist entrepreneurs in their startup journey by conducting meaningful programs and events, as well as providing guidance of mentors at every stage of their company’s lifecycle.

• Opportunity to benefit from Mentoring sessions with experienced and engaging mentors and serial entrepreneurs 
• Connect with experts, mentors, and Influencers who can support your professional and entrepreneurial aspirations. Engage with members with your interest or domain expertise at TiE chapters around the world.
• Discounted attendance to TiE events including flagship events, such as TiEcon, TiE Global Summit, etc.
• TiE Entrepreneur Institute(TiE EI) – A wide-ranging suite of seminars that will help new and early stage startups navigate the common challenges of getting a business off the ground and accelerating to growth. These topics are delivered by our TiE Seattle Charter Members, successful entrepreneurs, seasoned executives and domain experts. Members get a discounted rate as well as access to 1:1 mentorship from CMs and domain experts*
• GoVertical Workshops – A time-bound competition in a target industry area, like Machine Learning, Blockchain … etc. that provides an opportunity to get an idea off the ground and learn from industry leaders. Members who get into the workshop will have access to 1:1 mentorship from CMs and domain experts*.
• Industry Spotlight Program– An opportunity to network at these exclusive events with VC and industry partners. In addition, if/when the event topic is in the area of your idea or startup, you can have a stage time opportunity to pitch in front of this audience. Ping us if you are interested.
• Access to a platform for attracting talent or joining a startup. Through our Charter Members and Members, you have an opportunity to find talent or join startups, nationally or internationally. Ping us if you’re interested.
• You will have access to a global network of 62 chapters in 14 countries and 15,000 members and 5000+ startups
• Another program we are proud of is the TiE Young Entrepreneur TYE – A workshop that focuses on teenagers (9th-12th grade levels) who are interested in exploring becoming entrepreneurs – these kids would receive instruction & mentorship, as well as, opportunities to pitch & compete in local & global competitions. Also, Student Members get a discounted membership registration and enrollment fee.
• Opportunity to join the TiE Angel group 

Your TiE Seattle membership is valid for 12 months from the time of membership registration with an option to renew automatically annually.

*There will be criteria and discretion used to match members with Charter Members for Mentorship, to insure optimal experience for both.

TiE Student members (SM) are enrolled in high school or university students interested in learning about business basics, entrepreneurship and latest trends in the industry.

TiE Student Member Benefits

• Participate in Student programs such as TiE Young Entrepreneurs, TiE University Cup and others offered at your local Chapter.
• Learn about Entrepreneurship via Bootcamp sessions, TiE Institute, etc.
• Opportunity to Listen and learn from Practicing Entrepreneurs at TiE Story sessions
• Opportunity to connect with Members and Mentors, many of whom are serial entrepreneurs
• Discounted attendance to TiE events including flagship events, such as TiEcon, TiE Global Summit, etc.