Think Like a Founder is a 2.5-hour session where Shell's team will learn how startup founders think, prioritize, and move. You'll hear from 6–7 founders sharing real stories about navigating uncertainty, ruthless prioritization, rapid experimentation, and the decision-making behaviors that define startup culture.

There is a first (10K) and second place (2.5K) cash prize for competing founders.

What to Expect

  • Breakfast and Coffee Bar Welcome

  • Introductory Remarks & Context

Greentown's Senior Director of Partnerships will frame the session around how startup founders make decisions, manage uncertainty, and drive speed.

  • Founder Presentations

6-7 startups will share specific stories and insights on: (1) what startups do well that corporations should adopt, (2) what corporate partnerships bring real value, and (3) how to act decisively with incomplete information.

  • Voting & Award Presentation

Shell and Greentown Voting Committee will decide on the first place prize, and the audience will vote for the second place prize - The Choice of the Public award!

  • Lunch

Enjoy lunch and mingle with presenters and Shell's team.