Hi, I'm Chetna Gaglani - Co-Founder at Friending Spaces
I'm driven by a passion for forging authentic human connections in an increasingly digital world. I thrive on building bridges, creating intentional spaces where genuine friendships can spark and flourish, and helping others connect meaningfully.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Led global initiatives and industry engagement at Meta, then excelled in client partnerships at Spotify.
Co-founded Friending Spaces to address the lack of deep connection in digital-first interactions.
Can help others build intentional communities and foster genuine relationships.
🚀 Career trajectory
Early Career Foundations
Gained foundational experience in account management and sales at TriNet Zenefits, focusing on client success and SaaS adoption.
✦ Account Management
✦ SaaS
Tech & Media Partnerships
Drove global initiatives and industry engagement at Meta, then excelled in client partnerships at Spotify, honing digital media and ad-tech expertise.
✦ Meta
✦ Spotify
✦ Partnerships
✦ Digital Media
Community & Connection Pioneer
Co-founded Friending Spaces, applying strategic partnership skills to build a community focused on fostering genuine offline human connections.
✦ Co-Founder
✦ Community
✦ Human Connection
💪🏻 Superpowers
Community Architect
Crafting spaces for genuine human connection.
✦ Co-founded Friending Spaces to address the lack of deep connection in digital-first interactions.
✦ Develops intentional offline events and experiences.
✦ Focuses on creating environments for authentic friendship building.
Strategic Partnership Navigator
Expertly aligning diverse stakeholders for growth.
✦ Proven track record in sales and partnerships at leading tech companies like Meta and Spotify.
✦ Skilled in go-to-market strategy and executing complex campaigns.
✦ Excels at driving digital media adoption and client success.
Solutions-Oriented Innovator
Transforming challenges into opportunities for connection.
✦ Leverages a strategic, solutions-oriented mindset from tech and media roles.
✦ Identifies gaps in current connection tools and creates intentional alternatives.
✦ Champions process innovation for enhanced user experiences.
I'm excited about
✦ Exploring innovative models for community building and human connection.
✦ Seeking collaborations with organizations passionate about fostering real-world relationships.
✦ Looking to connect with individuals and groups interested in the future of social interaction.
I can help with
✦ Offer insights into building authentic communities and facilitating meaningful connections.
✦ Share strategies for successful go-to-market execution in the digital and community spaces.
✦ Provide expertise on partnership development and stakeholder alignment.
I would love your help on
✦ Ideas for scaling community initiatives and offline engagement.
✦ Connections with individuals or organizations focused on social impact and human connection.
✦ Advice on navigating the early stages of a venture-backed community platform.