Inc. Founders House Brings Entrepreneurs to Los Angeles

Event features founders of Kalshi, Sweetgreen, Olipop, Bombas, and more

Apr. 2, 2026 at 6:56pm

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A minimalist, high-end studio photograph featuring a modern desk setup with a laptop, coffee cup, and other office supplies, representing the tools and environment of successful entrepreneurs.The Inc. Founders House event in Los Angeles will provide a premium networking and learning experience for the city's top entrepreneurs and innovators.Los Angeles Today

Inc., the leading media brand for entrepreneurs, is bringing its Founders House event series to Los Angeles on April 16, 2026. The one-day event will convene iconic founders, CEOs, and business leaders from companies like Kalshi, Sweetgreen, Olipop, and Bombas for an intimate experience designed to recharge, connect, and spark breakthrough ideas.

Why it matters

The Inc. Founders House event series has quickly become a must-attend gathering for entrepreneurs and innovators across industries. By bringing the event to Los Angeles, Inc. is tapping into the city's thriving startup ecosystem and creative community, providing a platform for visionary leaders to share their stories and learn from one another.

The details

The Inc. Founders House event will take place at the Regent Santa Monica Beach by IHG Hotels & Resorts from 1 to 6:30 pm PT on April 16, 2026. Speakers include Tyler Denk of Beehiiv, Durana Elmi of Cymbiotika, Randy Goldberg of Bombas, Ben Goodwin of OLIPOP, John Imah of SpreeAI, Nicolas Jammet of Sweetgreen, Luana Lopes Lara of Kalshi, Eva Longoria of Hyphenate Media Group, Sameer Mehta of Smash Kitchen, Maggie Sellers Reum of Hot Smart Rich, Tracee Ellis Ross of PATTERN Beauty, Molly Sims of YSE Beauty, and Daniel Winer of Hexclad.

  • The Inc. Founders House event will take place on April 16, 2026.
  • The event will run from 1 to 6:30 pm PT.

The players

Inc.

The leading media brand and playbook for entrepreneurs and business leaders.

Regent Santa Monica Beach by IHG Hotels & Resorts

The venue hosting the Inc. Founders House event, an elevated, upper-luxury coastal destination on Ocean Avenue in Santa Monica, California.

Capital One Business

The lead partner of the Inc. Founders House event, hosting a Capital One Business Café featuring coffee drinks and espresso martinis.

Mike Hofman

The editor-in-chief of Inc. magazine.

Eva Longoria

Co-founder and chief creative officer of Hyphenate Media Group, and a speaker at the event.

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What they’re saying

“I try to get myself in a room full of founders any chance I get. So, with that in mind, we designed Inc. Founders House with the goal of bringing together innovators and builders from across industries to tell their stories, learn from one another, and, yes, to have a great and productive time.”

— Mike Hofman, Editor-in-chief, Inc.

What’s next

Tickets for the Inc. Founders House event in Los Angeles are available now. To register, visit events.inc.com/inc-founders-house-la-2026.

The takeaway

The Inc. Founders House event in Los Angeles will provide a unique opportunity for entrepreneurs and innovators to connect, share their stories, and be inspired by some of the most successful founders in the country. By bringing this event to the heart of L.A.'s startup ecosystem, Inc. is further cementing its role as a leading voice and resource for the next generation of business leaders.