What type of location should I use?

Choose a central location, a cool venue that is close to the startup community hub (if there is any in your city). You can also check existing co-working spaces and try to partner with them - when you show up at the end of a day to a place where entrepreneurs are already located… and you have dinner handy… you’ll often get some easy attendees.

Use the Startup Grind brand Global Community to get a venue for free, explaining all the benefits that come with this partnership. You also need to ensure a good audio system is in place so you can play music before and after the event. The purpose is to create a relaxed environment where people can chat and network. If parking is difficult in that area, make sure you secure VIP parking for your speaker.