Launch of the cofounder network - matching cofounders around the world

I like the idea - not so sure about the execution.

We are a global community of hand-selected entrepreneurs, scientists and engineers. The network acts as a breeding ground for creating disruptive ventures by connecting selected cofounders. To join the network we prefer you get recommended by one of our partners or members. We also consider direct applications with strong references.

It just seems slightly elitist. I'm not saying that's what they are going for, but that's the feeling I get looking over the site. Even by applying you have to wait 1-2 weeks for approval. I imagine that most people that really need a cofounder are not that well connected to begin with.

I would have liked to have seen this be a bit more open and inclusive in order to provide more value to people. It just feels like there should be better ways of sifting through potential cofounders rather than preselection.

What if you made it a bit more open?

Share some success stories on the site to give it some legitimacy too.

And why not create some MeetUp Groups in several cities with the people to network at local events with potential entrepreneurs? The co-founders would have to register on your site to attend the events.

I know you want to be selective, but if the net is wide enough, this could be huge.

(Disclosure: I'm seeking a technical co-founder myself)

hmmm, it seems like one predictor of start-up success (at least according to pg and yc mantra) is that the cofounders have to be good friends or work well together. seems tough to achieve when matching up cofounders on a 'dating service' like this one.

thx for the feedback :)

Following the yc mantra - this is a prototype focusing on high potential cofounders. We work with a referral system based on our partner network. The goal is not to be elitest but to match cofounders well.