March HUBday | Founder 101

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Founder 101 cuts through the hype to explore what it really means to build something from the ground up.

Entrepreneurship is often romanticised — fast growth, funding rounds and overnight success stories. But what actually defines a founder? What makes a startup different from a traditional business? And how do you know if this pathway is right for you?

Founder 101 is an interactive RMIT Activator event for anyone curious about the founder journey, whether you have a rough idea, an early-stage side project, or you’re simply wondering what entrepreneurship actually looks like in practice. 

This session is designed to kick off the year by opening the door to the RMIT Activator ecosystem and giving you a grounded introduction to what it takes to start well. 

 
We’ll explore the less glamorous but essential parts of building anything meaningful: mindset, resilience, grit, humility, learning fast, and working well with others. You’ll also hear directly from founders who’ve been in the thick of it: what surprised them, what tested them, and what helped them keep going. 

 
This is not about startup hype. It’s a practical, honest session about the inner game and team dynamics of founding, with space to reflect, contribute, and connect. 

Schedule:

4.30–5.00pm: Networking & Light Refreshments 

5.00–6.00pm: Content  

6.00–6.30pm: Q&A 

What to Expect:

• Practical founder insights 

• Interactive exercises and discussion 

• Honest stories from founders 

• A clearer sense of where you are in the journey 

• Pathways into RMIT Activator programs and community 

Whether you're considering applying for FounderHUB or simply curious about your potential as an entrepreneur, Founder 101 offers clarity, context and space to ask the questions that matter — before you take the leap.

 
Free to attend, but spots are limited. Register now to secure yours! 

About the Facilitators

Rahul Soans – Rahul Soans is an entrepreneurial programs lead at RMIT Activator and founder of The Disruptive Business Network. He works across entrepreneurship, strategy and purpose-driven venture building. With a background spanning engineering to business strategy, he now focuses on helping people turn bold ideas into meaningful work.