Paris Entrepreneurs Network (PEN): price, who can join and alternatives
Paris Entrepreneurs Network (PEN) is a long-running Meetup group that hosts a networking evening every Thursday in Paris 17e. Each attendee introduces themselves and their projects in a minute or two, then people split off to talk with those who share their interests. Sessions run in French or English, with a €5 contribution.
Paris Entrepreneurs Network (PEN) at a glance
| What | Detail | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Who it's for | Starting and serial entrepreneurs | meetup.com |
| Goal | Helps members find partners, investors, funding and clients | meetup.com |
| Schedule | Every Thursday from 7:30pm, entrepreneurs, future entrepreneurs and investors meet | meetup.com |
| Where | Bistrot Romain Clichy, Avenue de Clichy, Paris 17e | meetup.com |
| Price | €5 contribution to fund the community | meetup.com |
| Format | Everyone presents themselves and their projects in a minute or two | meetup.com |
| Language | English or French depending on who attends | meetup.com |
| Upcoming event | Networking meetup on Thursday 5 November 2026 | meetup.com |
| Recent activity | Networking meetup on Thursday 22 October 2026 | meetup.com |
| Community size | Says it has 15,781 members on Meetup | meetup.com |
Who it suits
- New entrepreneurs who want a weekly, low-cost place to practise their pitch
- People looking for clients, partners or co-founders
- Bilingual founders comfortable switching between French and English
Who it doesn't suit
- Founders wanting a curated, startup-only room
- Anyone wanting talks or workshops every week
- People who dislike open, mixed networking
Alternatives to Paris Entrepreneurs Network (PEN)
| Community | Price | Entry rule |
|---|---|---|
| AI Growth Summit Paris | Not published | Register for each meetup on the Founderpath site and join the WhatsApp community |
| EO Paris (Entrepreneurs' Organization) | Not published | Membership application; revenue threshold applies |
| Founders Running Club Paris | Not published | RSVP on Meetup, then join the WhatsApp group |
| FoundHers Paris | Brunch €35; dinners at your own expense | Register on Luma; some events need host approval |
| France Digitale (Collectif Startup) | 500€ over 12 months (Collectif Startup) | Startups with fewer than 20 employees; join online |
| France FinTech | Early stage 600 €, Start-up 1200 € a year | Application reviewed by a selection committee |
| Moovjee | Not published | Apply to become a mentee; eligibility criteria apply |
| PWN Paris Entrepreneurship Club | Workshops €25 for members, €35 for non-members | Open to PWN Paris members who run or are launching a business |
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Questions about Paris Entrepreneurs Network (PEN)
- How much does it cost?
- A €5 contribution per meetup. Food and drinks are extra at the venue.
- When does it meet?
- Every Thursday evening, with introductions from about 8pm.
- What language is it in?
- English or French, depending on who comes. Groups can split by language.
- Do I need a business already?
- No. It welcomes future entrepreneurs as well as experienced ones.
- Website
- meetup.com
- Price
- €5 per meetup
- Entry rule
- RSVP on Meetup and pay the €5 contribution
- Format
- Weekly Thursday evening networking with short introductions, Paris 17e
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Paris Entrepreneurs Network isn't connected to Remote Builders. Prices and entry rules change, so check meetup.com before you apply. Spotted something out of date? Tell us in the members' chat.