Building together
Focused work and founder hot seats gave builders fresh perspectives on their companies. There was room to ask real questions, share feedback and work alongside one another.
October 10, 2026 · Minneapolis
Traction 16
A day at Origin House, building companies side by side. Fresh feedback, honest conversations and connections to carry into what comes next.
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@tenthousandtakesmnConversations from the day
Remember why you started
Mark Lacek · Founder & President, Vacation Savings Account
In conversation with Molubah, Mark shared his origin story, the importance of finding the right team and staying connected to why you started.
What customers teach you
Sudheesh Nair · Co-founder & CEO, TinyFish
Sandip Bordoloi · Co-founder & CEO, TrueLeap
Stephen Regenold · Moderator · Founder, GearJunkie
Stephen moderated the virtual fireside discussion. Sudheesh explored sales and customer value; Sandip shared how work with schools challenged assumptions and shaped what to build.
Watch the discussionFrom the day
Builders togetherPhoto: Amir Abbajebel
In the roomPhoto: Amir Abbajebel
Mark and Molubah in conversationPhoto: Amir Abbajebel
The virtual fireside discussion
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The next T16 is taking shape. Date and details to come.
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