OPEN SV invites accomplished entrepreneurs, corporate executives, investors, influencers, and professionals to join the OPEN SV Charter Program — a network of leaders committed to empowering and transforming the next generation of professionals and entrepreneurs. As a Charter Member, your experience and success can inspire and guide our community of 1,000+ members worldwide.
If you are an existing Charter Member, please use this form to nominate a new member who can bring exceptional value to the OPEN SV community.
All nominations are reviewed and approved by the OPEN SV Board of Directors.
Please complete the application form below.
To review the nomination criteria and guidelines, scroll down.
Nomination Criteria for New Charter Members
1. Entrepreneurs
At least one successful exit ($20M+), or
Founder of a startup with ≥ $10M in fundraising and ≥ 20 full-time employees, or
Founder of a small or medium business with ≥ $2.5M annual revenue and ≥ 15 employees
2. Corporate Executives VP/Director or above at a public or Fortune 1000 company, or
C-suite executive at a private or non-Fortune 1000 company with ≥ $500M annual revenue
3. Influencers
Recognized personality with a substantial following (100K+), in fields such as entertainment, politics, media, or academia, or
Leadership role in a major accelerator or ecosystem (e.g., YC, TechStars, etc.)
4. Investors Partner at a U.S.-based VC firm managing ≥ $100M fund, or
Active angel investor with ≥ 10 investments in the past 5 years, or
Associate/Partner in a corporate VC (e.g., Kaiser Ventures, Samsung Ventures, Intel Capital), or
Recognized advocate of entrepreneurship with a record of mentorship, investment, and community building
5. Professionals Lawyers: Partner-level at top national/global firms involved in startups, IPOs, or M&A
Accountants / Consultants: Partner or Managing Director at major firms engaged in startup and M&A work
Investment Bankers: Senior-level professionals involved in IPOs or corporate transactions
Corporate Leaders: Managing portfolios exceeding $500M in marketing, procurement, or related domains 