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Founding Fathers™
Ten values

What we hold to

These are the terms of the room. Every man who takes a seat is agreeing to them.

01

Present Fathers

Companies may come and go. Family endures. Building a strong, loving foundation at home is our highest priority.

02

Ambitious Founders

Build with intention. Create companies that make a meaningful impact, support the life you want and provide the resources your family needs to thrive.

03

Stay fit

Care for your mental, physical, emotional and spiritual well-being. The people and missions that depend on you need you whole.

04

Give back

Share what you’ve learned with those who haven’t yet had the opportunities or experiences you’ve had.

05

Give forward

Help others reach places you haven’t reached yourself. Their success does not diminish yours.

06

Make your needs known

No one can support you if they don’t know what you need. Ask clearly, honestly and without apology.

07

Own it

Take responsibility for your choices, your growth and the way you respond to what life places in front of you.

08

Grow together

We don’t build alone. We challenge one another, champion one another and rise together.

09

Protect the room

What is shared here is held here. We protect one another’s privacy because honesty, vulnerability and meaningful growth require trust.

10

Enjoy it

Life is a gift. Make room for joy, laughter and gratitude, even when the road is hard.

If these are your terms too, take a seat

We cap every chapter at 50 so the room stays a room. Tell us about your company and your kids — and the city you’d meet in. We answer within a week.

How it works
  1. 01Read what we ask of every member.
  2. 02Answer a short application. About four minutes.
  3. 03Hear back within a week, either way.
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