Exclusive Networking Events

Are there alumni events, online communities, or networking opportunities exclusive to graduates?

While 1Mby1M doesn’t typically operate with a “graduating class” or a separate, formal alumni association in the way a university or some traditional accelerators do, its core model is built to facilitate ongoing connections and peer learning for its members, which effectively includes its “alumni” as long as they maintain their membership.

Here’s a breakdown of how you can connect with other founders who are further along or have “completed” (i.e., successfully built) their businesses through 1Mby1M:

1. Continuous Access through Premium Membership Renewal:
   • The most direct way to remain part of the 1Mby1M community and interact with founders at various stages (including those who have been members for years and are further along) is to maintain your Premium membership.
   • Since it’s a renewable annual subscription, there’s no “graduation” that cuts off your access. You continue to participate in the private roundtables, where you’ll encounter a diverse range of entrepreneurs. Many long-term members remain active precisely for the ongoing feedback and peer interaction.
2. Private Roundtable Sessions – The Primary Hub:
   • As a Premium member, your participation in the private roundtables is the main avenue for this. You will consistently hear from founders at different stages – from ideation to scaling, and even those navigating acquisition or follow-on funding.
   • Peer Learning: Simply observing how Sramana Mitra coaches others, and how various founders approach their challenges, provides immense peer learning. You can learn from their mistakes and successes.
   • Direct Connection: While 1Mby1M doesn’t publish a member directory, many entrepreneurs connect directly during or after these sessions (e.g., via LinkedIn) if they find common ground or a potential synergy. It’s a professional environment, and polite, targeted outreach is generally well-received.
3. 1Mby1M’s “Entrepreneur Journeys” and Case Studies:
   • Sramana Mitra’s extensive blog, podcasts, and video series frequently feature interviews and case studies of entrepreneurs who have gone through the 1Mby1M program or embodied its principles and achieved significant milestones.
   • Identifying Alumni: By following these resources and “Entrepreneur Journeys” on her blog and podcast, you can identify successful founders who are “alumni” in the practical sense. This gives you insight into their paths and often their names and companies, allowing for potential direct outreach on platforms like LinkedIn. These are often founders who are “further along in their journey.”
4. 1Mby1M’s Network of Investors and Ecosystem Players:
   • Sramana Mitra’s network extends to investors, executives, and other successful entrepreneurs. While not a direct peer network, these are “alumni” of the broader entrepreneurial ecosystem. As a Premium member, if your business is deemed “ready,” you gain access to these connections, which can also lead to broader networking with founders in their portfolios.

In summary: While there may not be “alumni-exclusive events” distinct from the ongoing program activities, the continuous nature of the 1Mby1M Premium membership ensures that you remain part of the active community. The private roundtables serve as the central hub for real-time peer learning and connection with founders at all stages. Additionally, the extensive public content featuring “Entrepreneur Journeys” allows you to identify and learn from successful founders who have benefited from the 1Mby1M approach, providing avenues for professional networking outside of live sessions.