Founders, Coffee & Conversations
An informal space where founders sit together, share real experiences, discuss business challenges, exchange ideas, and build meaningful connections through open conversation.
Conversations Beyond Boardroom
Founders Adda is a relaxed discussion platform created for entrepreneurs to connect beyond formal meetings and structured training sessions.
It brings founders together to talk openly about their journeys, challenges, decisions, lessons, and ideas—creating an environment where everyone can learn from real experiences.
Conversations That
Move Founders Forward
Building a business raises questions textbooks can’t answer. Valuable insights come from talking to someone who’s faced similar challenges.
Real Experiences
The full version of the story, including the parts that do not make it into a case study.
Different Perspectives
Six founders, six ways of solving the same problem. Take the one that fits your business.
Open Conversations
Cash flow, co-founder friction, burnout. The subjects nobody raises on a panel.
Shared Learning
One founder’s expensive lesson becomes something the whole room gets for free.
Every Adda Has a Story
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Weekend Hangout
The first Weekend Hangout brought 15+ members together for a relaxed late-night adda filled with conversation, laughter, and genuine community connection.
Activities Performed
- 15+ members joined
- Casual founder conversations
- Community bonding after work
- Relaxed networking and connection
- Shared laughter and experiences
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Ramadan Night Market Hangout
More than 20 members gathered around 1 AM for a relaxed Ramadan night market experience filled with food, conversation, and stronger community connections.
Activities Performed
- 20+ members joined
- Late-night Ramadan adda
- Informal member conversations
- Food, connection, and community
- Leadership and member bonding
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Eid Brunch Adda
Nearly 20 members came together for a relaxed Eid brunch filled with laughter, meaningful conversations, and stronger connections within the JCI Dhaka Founders family.
Activities Performed
- Eid stories and reflections
- Family and community experiences
- Informal founder conversations
- Gratitude and togetherness
- Stronger member connections
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Founders Adda at Club JCI
A relaxed coffee adda where members connected beyond formal events, exchanged ideas, shared experiences, and strengthened relationships within the JCI Dhaka Founders community.
Activities Performed
- Informal founder networking
- Ideas and experience sharing
- Open member conversations
- Stronger internal relationships
- Community engagement beyond events
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After-Eid Breakfast Adda 2026
A warm after-Eid breakfast brought past presidents, current leadership, board members, and general members together to reconnect, share stories, and strengthen friendships.
Activities Performed
- Eid stories and shared experiences
- Reconnecting across leadership generations
- Friendship and community bonding
- Stronger member relationships
S03E01 | E07
Falgun Utsav Adda
A festive gathering where JCI Dhaka Founders members combined leadership, collaboration, and Pohela Falgun celebrations while connecting with the wider JCI community.
Activities Performed
- Leadership and future planning
- Board member collaboration
- Informal member networking
- Cultural celebration and connection
- Stronger JCI community bonding
S03E02 | E08
Sehri Night Adda
A warm Ramadan gathering where JCI Dhaka Founders members connected over Sehri, shared meaningful conversations, and strengthened relationships within the wider JCI community.
Activities Performed
- Ramadan fellowship and togetherness
- Informal member networking
- Meaningful founder conversations
- Community and leadership values
- Stronger cross-chapter connections
S03E03 | E09
Eid Brunch Adda
Nearly 20 members came together for a relaxed Eid brunch filled with laughter, meaningful conversations, and stronger connections within the JCI Dhaka Founders family.
Activities Performed
- Eid celebration and togetherness
- Informal member conversations
- Community bonding over brunch
- Strengthening founder relationships
- Shared moments and connection
S02E01 | E05
Family Day Out
Nearly 50 members and family participants came together for a joyful day of sports, recreation, and bonding, creating memorable experiences beyond professional connections.
Activities Performed
- Nearly 50 participants joined
- Friendly cricket matches
- Refreshing swimming sessions
- Games for kids and members
- Family bonding and shared memories
S02E02 | E06
Iftar & Member’s Networking
Nearly 60 members gathered for an informal Iftar and networking evening focused on meaningful conversations, welcoming new members, and strengthening connections within the community.
Activities Performed
- Member networking and connection
- Welcoming new members
- Community bonding over Iftar
- Building stronger member relationships
S01E01 | E01
Mastering People Management
Featured Guests: Raisul Kabir · Fahim Ahmed · Ahmad AD
The first-ever Founders Adda brought together 40+ founders for an open conversation on building high-performing teams, managing people effectively, and navigating common leadership challenges.
Activities Performed
- Founder networking and shared learning
- Team culture and collaboration
- Leadership challenges for founders
- Effective people management
- Building high-performing teams
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Eid Adda
The Eid Adda brought JCI Dhaka Founders members together in a relaxed setting to celebrate Eid, spend quality time, and strengthen personal connections within the community.
Activities Performed
- Eid celebration and togetherness
- Informal member conversations
- Community bonding
- Relationship building
- Shared moments and connections
S01E03 | E03
Eid Al Adha Breakfast Adda
A relaxed Eid Al Adha breakfast brought board members and founders from different industries together for meaningful conversations, shared aspirations, and stronger community connections.
Activities Performed
- Founder networking across industries
- Shared goals and aspirations
- Informal leadership conversations
- Community bonding and collaboration
- Building stronger founder relationships
S01E04 | E04
Tools For Day-to-Day Operations
A practical founder meetup focused on sharing the digital tools used to manage projects, communication, HR, finance, productivity, and everyday business operations.
Activities Performed
- Project management tools and workflows
- Communication platforms for teams
- HR management solutions
- Finance and accounting tools
- Productivity tools founders recommend
What Members Gain
Every spotlight leaves the community with something it can apply.
Stronger Bonds
The full version of the story, including the parts that do not make it into a case study.
Team Spirit
Six founders, six ways of solving the same problem. Take the one that fits your business.
Healthy Engagement
Cash flow, co-founder friction, burnout. The subjects nobody raises on a panel.
Shared Memories
One founder’s expensive lesson becomes something the whole room gets for free.
Be A Part Of Our Next Sports Day
Every Sports Day becomes part of the JCI Dhaka Founders story. More games, more
connections, and more unforgettable moments are still ahead.