In the season two premiere of Your Startup Community, Chris Heivly returns with a powerful reminder: startup scenes might get the headlines, but true communities build the future.

Drawing from decades of experience and his work with ecosystems around the world, Chris breaks down what a startup community really is, and what it isn’t. He explores the four ingredients of real community (connection, trust, shared norms, and contribution), outlines the key players who make it thrive, and explains why founders can't do it alone.

Whether you’re a mentor, investor, or someone just showing up to your first meetup, this episode offers a blueprint for turning your city into a place where startups don’t just start, they grow, connect, and belong.