What if we could grow earplugs from mycelium, the natural root structure of fungi? 🍄 Every year, the world produces more than 40 billion earplugs – enough to circle the Earth nearly 100 times. Most of these are made from petroleum-based plastics, taking hundreds of years to break down and contributing significantly to the global plastic pollution crisis. GOB saw an opportunity to disrupt this wasteful cycle by creating earplugs that not only provide superior hearing protection but also help regenerate the planet when composted. Join us for an exclusive interview with Lauryn Menard, Co-Founder and CEO of GOB, the company behind the world's first mycelium earplugs! Lauryn will share how GOB is reimagining ear protection with its earplugs, made entirely from farm-grown mycelium foam. Mycelium is a durable, natural material known for its strength and ability to break down quickly in compost, offering a sustainable alternative to petroleum-based plastics. In this live interview and Q&A, hosted by Veronique Lafargue, we’ll discuss Lauryn’s journey as a founder, her bold go-to-market approach, and the magic -and challenges - of working with mycelium. You don't want to miss this episode! 📅 December 3 🕘 9:00 AM PST | 6:00 PM CEST 💻 Online 🔗 RSVP: https://lnkd.in/g2iTsgCy Mark Grozen-Smith Christopher Fong Zoe Berman #xooglersinclimate #mycelium #startup #circularecononmy #founder #ClimateTech #Sustainability #Innovation #LiveLoud
Xoogler.co
Technology, Information and Internet
Network of Google alumni and current Googlers helping each other advance our ambitions in the startup ecosystem
About us
We are a group of Google alumni and current Googlers who have come together to help each other advance our ambitions in the startup ecosystem. The Xoogler.co community consists of startup founders, early team members, angel investors, VCs, and mentors.
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http://www.xoogler.co
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- Technology, Information and Internet
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- 10,001+ employees
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- San Fransisco
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- Privately Held
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- 2015
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- Startups, Venture Capital, Google, Google Alumni, Ex Google, and Xoogler
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Xoogler/Googlers, Xoogler.co’s founder Christopher Fong is hosting the Tokyo meetup tomorrow at Shibuya Startup Support’s office thanks to Shiho W.! Don’t miss out to hang out with your fellow community members! #xoogler #google #alumni
Founder of Xoogler, 33,000+ Google Alumni community & Xoogler Ventures 🚀 Bringing Xoogler to everyone via Key.ai 🌎
Kushagra Shrivastava, Shiho W. & I are hosting the Xoogler.co Tokyo 🇯🇵 meetup tomorrow Tuesday 19th November 6pm-8:30pm, Xooglers/Googlers come join us at Shibuya Startup Support 〒150-0011 Tokyo, Shibuya City, Higashi, 1-chōme−29−３ 渋谷Bridge B棟 RSVP: https://app.key.ai/tokyo #xoogler #tokyo #google #alumni #meetup
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🎉 Special Xoogler Meet-Up Hosted by DOGO – Celebrating Their US Launch! 🎉 Join us for an unforgettable evening to mark DOGO’s exciting US launch! This event is a chance to connect with fellow Xooglers and industry leaders, celebrating the power of innovation and impact in great company. What to Expect: • Immersive VR Experience showcasing how technology is creating positive change in underserved communities 🌍 • Delicious food, drinks, and great music 🎶 • The opportunity to reconnect with old friends and make new connections in the Xoogler community 🤝 📅 Date & Time: Nov 14 | 6:30pm PST 📍 Location: San Francisco 🔗 RSVP: https://lnkd.in/dR4PPkjq Come celebrate the spirit of innovation that drives us all. Don’t miss this night of inspiration, networking, and fun! Organized via Key Christopher Fong #Xooglers #Innovation #Networking #VRExperience #CommunityImpact
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Starting in 15 minutes, Christopher Fong, Xoogler's Founder will share how Xoogler.co is going to help more community members as a non-profit foundation and how you can do to contribute.
Founder of Xoogler, 33,000+ Google Alumni community & Xoogler Ventures 🚀 Bringing Xoogler to everyone via Key.ai 🌎
The first Xoogler.co event in May 2015 had Xooglers/Googlers come together to help Google alumni founders 🚀. Google Cloud's Ken Schutt hosted it and after meeting more Xooglers like Kevin Yen & Alex Brutin, we hosted Demo Days at Google Mountain View, London (Rune Bentien), Singapore (Anne Caron), Bangalore (Anshu Surana Amit Agrawal), Chicago (Joseph Holberg), Los Angeles (David B.) and many other events. We now have 300+ events each year globally 🌎 with 33,000+ members. As a non-profit foundation we will now be able to strengthen our organization and benefits to our members. Xooglers/Googlers, join us in 30 minutes to learn how you can be a part of this exciting future to support even more of your Xoogler colleagues! RSVP: https://lnkd.in/gSWR5ycN Photo: Galvanize Coworking, 44 Tehama Street, San Francisco on May 27, 2015. #xoogler #foundation #google #alumni
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Join our Q&A tomorrow as Christopher Fong, Founder of Xoogler shares how Xoogler.co as a non-profit foundation will expand our support of the 33,000+ member community and how you can contribute financially and operationally as we grow the community resources and support for Xooglers. 📅 Nov 13: 9pm EST | 6pm PST & Nov 14: 7:30am IST | 10am SGT | 1pm AEST 📧 https://lnkd.in/gyG96ZFs #xoogler #google #alumni
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🐄 Methane is a greenhouse gas with a warming potential roughly 87x that of CO₂ over a 20 year period, and cattle burps—technically called enteric methanogenesis—account for 27% of the U.S.’s annual methane emissions.🌍 Reducing methane could be the fastest way to slow global warming, and Alga Biosciences is leading the charge with a feed additive made of kelp that has the potential to make a massive impact in agriculture, offering a scalable inexpensive solution to a previously unavoidable problem. 🌿 Founded by Alex Brown and his two cofounders (PhD candidates at UC Berkeley), Alga Biosciences uses biochemistry to tackle methane emissions right at their source, and turn farmers into climate heroes. 👨🌾 Join us on Nov 19 for an exclusive event of our Xooglers in Climate Founder Series. Alex will share how he navigated startup challenges, developed algae tech to work at scale, and built trust within the cattle industry—creating a true win-win for farmers and the planet. Hosted by Veronique Lafargue, Founder and Marketing Advisor. RSVP: https://lnkd.in/g66xfszp Mark Grozen-Smith Mert Topcu Christopher Fong Xoogler.co Matthew Joehnk #ClimateTech #MethaneReduction #Agritech #SustainableAgriculture #xooglersinclimate #methane #startup #founderstory #biochemistry #algae
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🌍 Xooglers In Climate Monthly Intro Call Hey climate enthusiasts! Join our monthly intro call and connect with Xooglers passionate about making a difference in climate—from energy to agriculture and ocean health. 📅 Date: November 12, 2024 🕒 Time: 6 PM PST 💻 Location: Online 🔗 RSVP: https://lnkd.in/d_pvZFdT If you haven't already done so, fill out the form to join the Xooglers in Climate group. Form Link: https://lnkd.in/dnfdus4f Don’t miss this chance to share your interests, learn from others, and get the scoop on upcoming climate-focused events! Christopher Fong Mark Grozen-Smith Key #ClimateAction #Xooglers #Sustainability #Networking #GlobalCommunity
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Xoogler Bangalore members, be sure to join tonight’s meetup with Kushagra Shrivastava and Christopher Fong! #xoogler #startups
Founder of Xoogler, 33,000+ Google Alumni community & Xoogler Ventures 🚀 Bringing Xoogler to everyone via Key.ai 🌎
The Xoogler.co Bangalore 🇮🇳 meetup has started! Come join us if you’re in Bangalore, we will be here until 9pm! Address: 100 Feet Rd, near Drops Total Spirites, Binnamangala, Stage 1, Indiranagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka #xoogler #bangalore #meetup
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🍽️ FoodTech and AI Reasoning Meetup 🧠 We’re thrilled to invite you to an evening dedicated to exploring the challenges facing FoodTech startups and the latest advancements in AI reasoning! Join us as we dive into real-world insights from experts in the field, with both in-person and streaming options available. Food Panel: We’ll hear from two FoodTech startup founders and the lead of Georgia Tech’s Food and Beverage Accelerator. Together, they’ll discuss common industry challenges and strategies for success. Thought Talk: PhD Alexander Havrilla, former ML researcher at Meta and PhD fellow at Stability AI, will present a talk on the opportunities and limitations of AI reasoning. 📅 Date: November 7, 2024 ⏰ Time: 4:30 PM EST 📍 Location: Big Green Egg HQs, Atlanta 🔗 RSVP: https://lnkd.in/dnpZMPR5 This is a limited-capacity event, so secure your spot soon! For those who can’t join onsite, we’ll also be streaming the session. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with fellow innovators in FoodTech and AI! Organized via Key Christopher Fong Dan Gertsacov Luis S. #FoodTech #AIReasoning #StartupChallenges #Networking #BigGreenEgg #TechCommunity #Innovation
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🌟 Xoogler Bangalore Meetup 🌟 Hey Xooglers! Join us for an exciting evening in Bangalore with Christopher Fong Fong, Founder of Key & Xoogler, and Kushagra Shrivastava, Founder of Key & Xoogler Ventures. We’ll be celebrating the incredible successes of Ex-Google founders, exploring new opportunities and ideas, and sharing some great food and drinks! A big thank you to Accel India for generously hosting us at their office 🙏 📅 Date: November 5, 2024 ⏰ Time: 6 PM IST 📍 Location: Accel India Office, Bangalore 🔗 RSVP: https://lnkd.in/dBFPkq9E Looking forward to reconnecting and meeting new faces! Best, Chris and Kush Organized via Key #Xoogler #BangaloreMeetup #TechNetworking #ExGoogleFounders #AccelIndia #Key
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