06
Mar
Fri
in-person
WHERE
SeattleWHEN
12:00 AM - 3:00 AMSPEAKER
Michael Howell
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Michael Howell
Multi-exit founder & operator.
Michael Howell is a Seattle-based multi-exit founder, operator, and builder with over two decades of experience scaling technology companies from early-stage ideas to successful acquisitions.
Michael co-founded Dolly, the leading moving and delivery marketplace, in 2014, growing it from a scrappy concept into a platform that has helped millions of customers across the country. The company raised over $20M from top-tier investors including Maveron, WTI, and Unlock Ventures, before being acquired by Updater in 2021 and subsequently by IKEA/Taskrabbit in 2024. Following the acquisition, Michael served as SVP of Moving & Delivery at Taskrabbit, leading the business unit's integration as IKEA's primary store delivery provider.
Prior to Dolly, Michael was a co-founder and SVP at Wetpaint, a pioneering social publishing platform that grew to over 20 million monthly unique visitors and was acquired by Viggle in 2013. He began his career as a management consultant at Lake Partners Strategy Consultants, where he honed his expertise in data-driven strategy and financial analysis.
Powered by a passion for solving real problems through technology and a maniacal focus on the customer, Michael brings hard-won insights from building, scaling, and exiting multiple ventures — making him a uniquely valuable voice for founders at every stage.
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all founders,
not just ceo
People inclined to be Founders are a rare breed, and are hard to spot in society. We welcome ALL Founders, regardless of role, and generate proprietary profiles for every member so you can easily find your next team member or co-Founder.
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current founders
Regardless of where you are on your journey, Founders share a unique set of challenges. Hiring, leadership, managing investors, developing products, handling customer issues, external communications, etc. This community exists to amplify your success.
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TRANSITIONING FOUNDERS
So you’ve founded at least one company, and now you’re looking to refine your next great idea or find the perfect co-founder. Share and learn from a wide array of talented Founders in your area.
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CURIOUS FOUNDERS
Congratulations! You’ve found success as a Founder and are now getting curious about doing it again. Now you need to find the right idea and co-founder to excite you. Share your wisdom and passion while forming new bonds within the startup ecosystem in your area.
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