ABOUT
Dartmouth Entrepreneurs Network (DEN)
Connecting Dartmouth entrepreneurs, innovators, and investors across the country.
The Dartmouth Entrepreneurs Network (DEN) is a community of regional alumni, students, and friends of Dartmouth who are building, investing in, or supporting ventures of all kinds.
With active programming on the West Coast and plans for expansion to the East Coast, DEN brings together the broader Dartmouth startup ecosystem for connection, learning, and collaboration.
Who’s Part of DEN?
At the Magnuson Center, we define "entrepreneur" broadly. Our community includes small business owners, startup employees, contract freelancers, investors, social entrepreneurs, and more. Whether you're building something new or just dreaming of it—DEN is for you.
DEN West Coast
DEN West Coast brings together Dartmouth-affiliated entrepreneurs living in the Pacific and Mountain time zones. We host monthly events in major cities and create opportunities to connect, learn, and grow with fellow alumni. These gatherings range from fireside chats and roundtable dinners to industry-specific meetups and pitch nights.
Where We’re Active:
Seattle Area (monthly)
Greater San Francisco Bay Area (monthly)
Los Angeles Metro Area (monthly)
Denver/Boulder Region (quarterly)
Meet the Organizer:
Kari Chen, based in Bellevue, WA, leads DEN West Coast programming alongside a dedicated City Chapter Leadership Team. A former small business owner and member of the Tuck community, Kari coordinates logistics, develops programming, and helps foster a vibrant alumni network.
Set up a meeting with Kari to introduce yourself.
How You Can Get Involved:
Join Your Local Email List
Stay up-to-date on events and opportunities in your area. Contact Kari Chen to subscribe.
Attend an Event
Find upcoming events on our Events Page
Don’t miss the annual Dartmouth Entrepreneurs Forum in San Francisco
Share Your Ideas
Want to host an event, share your story, or help shape future programming? Submit your idea
Post or Find Opportunities
Use the DEN Directory & Job Board to hire interns, post jobs, or find collaborators.
Connect on LinkedIn
Join the Dartmouth Entrepreneurs Network West Coast+ LinkedIn group to stay connected.
DEN East Coast — In Progress
We're actively working to expand DEN programming to alumni across the East Coast, with events and engagement planned for New York, Boston, and beyond.
Where We’re Active:
DC Metro Area
Stay tuned for more updates.