Founders
Entrepreneurs building ambitious projects across industries and stages — from pre-seed to Series B and beyond. Meet other founders who get it.
Next Walk
Every Sunday · Central Park, NYC
Meaningful
conversations.
Real connections.
Venture Walks & Talks brings together founders, builders, investors, operators, and curious minds through relaxed walking meetups — designed for authentic conversations and lasting relationships. No panels, no pitches, no pressure.
Sunday
Morning Walks
10 AM
Central Park
NYC
Startup Ecosystem
Invite
Only Community
The Philosophy
The best conversations
rarely happen around
a conference table.
Walking creates space for open discussion, fresh ideas, and genuine connections. Just thoughtful people sharing perspectives while exploring together.
When you strip away the stage, the slide deck, and the formal introduction, something shifts. People stop performing and start connecting. Movement unlocks candor, curiosity, and the kind of conversation that actually leads somewhere. That's the simple insight behind every Venture Walk & Talk.
Join the CommunityNo Panels. No Pitches. No Pressure.
We deliberately remove the structures that make most networking events feel transactional. What remains is something far more valuable: honest dialogue.
Authentic Relationships
Walking side-by-side builds trust faster than any icebreaker. The conversations you start on a Sunday morning in Central Park tend to continue for years.
Curated, Not Open
Invitation-only keeps the signal high and the community tight. Every person you meet was thoughtfully admitted — which makes every introduction count.
New York as Your Backdrop
Central Park on a Sunday morning is one of the world's great settings. We think ambitious people and great ideas deserve a stage that matches.
Founder & Venture
Investor StartLinkVenture · NYC
Investor StartLinkVenture · NYC
About the Founder
Tanya Montmean
Venture Investor · Entrepreneur · Former J.P. Morgan Executive
Tanya Montmean is a venture investor, entrepreneur, and former J.P. Morgan executive with over a decade of experience spanning capital markets, venture ecosystems, and startup growth. Having lived and worked across Europe, Asia, and North America, she has built her career at the intersection of innovation, finance, and relationship-building.
As the Founder of StartLinkVenture and creator of Venture Walks & Talks, Tanya is passionate about connecting founders, investors, operators, and industry leaders through meaningful conversations and authentic relationships. Her mission: help entrepreneurs access the capital, partnerships, and networks they need to scale — while fostering a stronger, more collaborative innovation ecosystem.
Venture Walks & Talks was born from the belief that some of the most valuable opportunities emerge outside traditional meeting rooms. By bringing together ambitious people for curated walks, discussions, and community gatherings, Tanya creates spaces where ideas are exchanged freely, partnerships are formed organically, and lasting connections are built.
The Community
Who comes to the walk?
A deliberately curated mix of people building, funding, and shaping what comes next — brought together by a shared belief that the best ideas start with a good conversation.
Investors
VCs, angels, and family offices looking to connect with emerging founders and engage in conversations that go well beyond traditional deal flow.
Operators
Experienced builders and leaders sharing hard-won lessons, challenges, and opportunities with the next generation of startups.
Curious Minds
Those who thrive on ideas, cross-pollination, and spending a Sunday morning with people who are genuinely building the future.
What to Expect
One hour. Real conversations.
Lasting connections.
Small, Intentional Groups
Intimate gatherings that encourage meaningful dialogue. We keep each walk small enough that everyone gets to talk to everyone — and big enough that there's real serendipity in who you meet.
Thoughtful Discussions
Entrepreneurship, technology, investing, creativity, and the future. The conversations roam freely — and that's the whole point. Great ideas rarely stay inside one lane.
Authentic Networking
Meet people naturally through conversation rather than formal introductions. Relationships built walking together carry a different quality — and they tend to last.
Our Format
Every Sunday.
Central Park.
10 AM sharp.
We gather weekly at the same time and the same place — building the consistency that turns a one-time event into a real community. Show up once and you'll understand why people keep coming back.
Be Part of It
Ready to walk
with us?
Venture Walks & Talks is an invitation-based community. Tell us a little about yourself and we'll be in touch shortly.
- Weekly Sunday walks in Central Park
- A curated community of founders, investors & operators
- No pitches, no panels — real conversation only
- Early access to special events and private gatherings
- Connections that continue well beyond the walk
You're on our radar!
Your email client should have opened with a pre-filled message to Tanya.
We'll review your request and be in touch. See you on the path.
In the News
Press Coverage
Featured stories and recognition from the media and community.
The Village Voice
Tanya Montmean: Redefining Access and Equity in Venture Capital
Read article ↗24-7 Press Release
Marquis Who's Who Honors Tanya E. Montmean, MBA for Expertise in Finance and Entrepreneurship
Read article ↗Financial Women of San Francisco
April 2025 International Women's Day Recap
Read recap ↗On Stage
Startup Competition Judging & Speaking Engagements
Tanya actively contributes to the global startup ecosystem as a judge and speaker.
New York's Walking Community
Great ideas often start
with a simple walk
and a good conversation.
Join the community of founders, investors, and operators who show up every Sunday morning to walk, talk, and build something together.
Invitation-based · Central Park · Every Sunday · 10 AM Eastern