July 10, 2025  3:10 PM EDT – 3:40 PM EDT
Startupfest

30 Days Til Your First Hire: A Tactical Guide for Startup Hiring

How can I attract top talent on a shoestring budget? How can I avoid bad apples and find diamonds in the rough when interviewing? What AI tools and techniques can I use to save time and money on talent acquisition?

Join Brett Martin, cofounder of Fonzi.ai, and Charge Ventures, NYC’s premier pre/seed VC, as he shares battle-tested strategies for hiring scrappy, relentless people on the cheap. From “pair recruiting” to “Always Be Selling (ABS)” to the latest AI recruiting stack, Brett offers practical guidance on identifying, seducing, and supporting the talent you need to drive your business forward.

Key Discussion Points:

  1. Cultural Foundation: Select team members who not only align with but can also help define your startup’s vision.
  2. Operational Impact: Find versatile early hires, who will wear multiple hats.
  3. Resource Management: Hiring is a full-time job, learn how to find the best people while keeping the lights on.

This session is a must for any startup looking to make informed, impactful hiring decisions that will support sustainable growth and development.

VC & Founder
Fonzi AI