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Tech Meets Tide: How Arc is Electrifying the Maritime Industry
Join Mitch Lee and Ryan Cook, Co-Founders of Arc, for an exclusive LA Tech Week experience at Arc’s HQ.
The event kicks off with small-group, guided tours of Arc’s state-of-the-art factory floor, led personally by Mitch and Ryan. You’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at how fully electric recreational boats and hybrid-electric commercial workboats are brought to life.
From there, we’ll gather for an intimate Founders Q&A — moderated by Captain of Culture, Miriam Morris — where Mitch and Ryan will share the realities of building a hardware startup, scaling innovation in a capital-intensive space, and what it takes to electrify an industry historically resistant to change.
✨ Please note: No photos or video will be allowed inside the factory.
Whether you’re a founder, investor, or just passionate about the future of clean tech, this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss.
Open to the Tech Week community. Limited spots available — register now!
Amino Capital, Atlas Cloud, Wilson Sonsini
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Series A founders +Investors@ Private Club Hollywood, featuring Arthur Spivak
West Hollywood
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Amino Capital, Atlas Cloud, Wilson Sonsini
Scaling AI: Fundraising, Legal Playbooks & GPU Power #LATechWeek
Private Club · Hollywood · Oct 15 · 11:00am–2:00pm
Series A Founders + Investors -Only Session at #LATechWeek
Series A founders +Investors@ Private Club Hollywood
Wednesday, Oct 15 · 11:00am — Private Club West Hollywood
Hosted by: Atlas Cloud × Amino Capital × Wilson Sonsini
Qualified startups may receive info on compute credits and partner perks.
Featuring: (more to be announced)
Larry Li (https://www.linkedin.com/in/larryli/), Managing Partner, Amino Capital, — 2025 Forbes Midas List honoree, 2-time Forbes Midas Seed List recipient (2023–2024); early investor in Zoom (2011);
Arthur Spivak (https://www.linkedin.com/in/arthur-spivak-b432b35a/) is an American entertainment executive, producer, and personal manager who has represented legendary artists and comedians including Prince, Tori Amos, Thirty Seconds to Mars, Queens of the Stone Age, and Paul Reiser.
Sukemasa “Masa” Kabayama, Co-founder & CEO of Uplift.ai (https://www.cnbc.com/2022/10/28/ex-apple-and-tesla-exec-gives-tips-for-building-successful-business.html); formerly Tesla’s first President in Japan. Uplift.ai is backed by NBA star Seth Curry, NFL player David DeCastro, and Deepcore (a SoftBank subsidiary).
Eyal Rozen, Head of Sales, Atlas Cloud , https://www.linkedin.com/in/eyal-rozen-8a167219/
Jonathan Chan, Partner, Corporate, Wilson Sonsini (WSGR) https://www.linkedin.com/in/suexu/
Peter Marler (https://www.linkedin.com/in/marler/) , Co-founder & CEO, SuperUnit
Sue Xu (https://www.linkedin.com/in/suexu/) , PhD, Managing Partner, Amino Capital
Hosts
Atlas Cloud — GPU cloud and guidance for training/inference at startup speed.
Amino Capital — early-stage investor backing data-driven and AI companies.
Wilson Sonsini (WSGR) — leading counsel for venture financing, IP, and tech transactions.
Qualified startups may receive information about compute credits and partner perks.
This event is a part of #LATechWeek—a week of events hosted by VCs and startups to bring together the tech ecosystem. Learn more at www.tech-week.com.
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Capital V Sunset Rooftop Party
Join us in Venice on October 16 for a rooftop evening of connection and conversation with leading tech journalists about the future of tech media. Cap V will moderate a discussion among Cory Weinberg (The Information), Alex Heath (Sources), and Ben Bergman (Business Insider).
Hosted at the legendary Hummingbird House, a private residence where countless deals have sparked, this exclusive gathering brings together founders, investors, and media.
Enjoy the night with great people, refreshing drinks, food, stunning views, DJ sets, and refreshing drinks. Some street parking is available, but Uber/Lyft is recommended.
This event is a part of #LATechWeek—a week of events hosted by VCs and startups to bring together the tech ecosystem. Learn more at www.tech-week.com.
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Fashion Tech Mixer
Meet the creative visionaries shaping the future of fashion. Whether you’re a founder, designer, investor, or fashion tech enthusiast, this is your chance to connect & collaborate in style.
💡 Discover cutting-edge fashion tech, AI, sustainability, and virtual try-on fashion technology
👠 Vibrant networking with founders, designers, tech innovators & fashion pros
🍸 Happy Hour Specials with cocktails, wine, beer and zero-proof options
🎶 Live DJs spinning sunset-ready electronic beats
This event is a part of #LATechWeek—a week of events hosted by VCs and startups to bring together the tech ecosystem. Learn more at www.tech-week.com.
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OpenAI Founder Reception
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Energy to Build: Navigating the U.S. as a Global Founder + Padel Free Play
[UPDATE: We’ll have immigration attorney Danielle Mullen-Solancho join us to answer all your questions about visas and green cards and Sebastian Politi answer your questions about incorporating and taxes!]
👋 Moved to the U.S. to build or work in tech? This event is built for you.
You know how much energy gets drained on visas, housing, credit, healthcare, all the basics. That's the real opportunity gap.
Oyster is reshaping it with AI + community, so you can protect your most valuable resource: your focus & energy.
📅 ABOUT THE EVENT:
At Oyster, we believe the best hacks come from each other. That’s why our first event for #SFTechWeek is all about building energy together.
This night isn’t just Oyster → you. It’s people <> people: peers sharing hacks, stories, and energy while connecting on and off the padel court.
We’ll share insider tips, play some padel (all levels welcome), and connect with people who truly get the journey.
✅ ATTENDEE TAKEAWAYS:
• Learn what sets back global founders & hires in the U.S.
• Walk away with hacks to save time, energy, and resources.
• Experience Oyster’s community-first approach: the power of people helping each other.
• Play padel at Bay Padel — Silicon Valley’s “new hotspot for tech networking” (SF Standard & CBS). All levels welcome.
• Close the night with a relaxed brewery hang in Dogpatch.
Space is limited. RSVP fast to save your spot!
This event is a part of #SFTechWeek—a week of events hosted by VCs and startups to bring together the tech ecosystem. Learn more at www.tech-week.com.
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Mastering Viral Content for Founders / Product Launch
Build. is a flagship LA Tech Week event where founders, investors, and top operators gather to explore how the next generation of companies are scaling and redefining the future of work.
The day features keynotes, founder showcases, and interactive sessions highlighting innovative business models, breakthrough technologies, and real-world growth strategies.
Attendees will connect through curated networking and deal-making opportunities, gaining insights and relationships that fuel startup success and inspire the bold ideas shaping tomorrow’s economy.
This event is a part of #LATechWeek, a week of events hosted by VCs and startups to bring together the tech ecosystem. Learn more at www.tech-week.com.
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Decoded: The Tech Behind Music
Join HITMKR for an evening at the intersection of music and technology during SF Tech Week.
We’re bringing together a dynamic panel of artists, executives, and innovators shaping the future of the music industry—from distribution to community building and ownership. Whether you’re a creator, founder, or fan of where music meets tech, come gain insight, make connections, and stick around for happy hour with fellow industry changemakers.
This event is a part of #SFTechWeek—a week of events hosted by VCs and startups to bring together the tech ecosystem. Learn more at www.tech-week.com
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Beacons LA Creator Economy Mixer
Join us for an exclusive evening at LA Tech Week.
Beacons is bringing together top creators, agencies, brands, and investors to connect and shape the future of the creator economy.
Expect curated networking in a stunning venue.
✨ What you’ll take away
-Curated networking with leading creators, agencies, brands, and creator economy experts
👥 Who this event is for
-Creators: Creators scaling their businesses
-Brand Leaders: Marketing leads and decision-makers partnering with creator talent
-Industry Leaders: Product builders, platform partners shaping creator-tech
-Investors: Backing the next wave of growth in the creator economy
Invite only. Space is limited.
This event is a part of #LATechWeek—a week of events hosted by VCs and startups to bring together the tech ecosystem. Learn more at www.tech-week.com.
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Hike & Network: Talent in Tech — SF TechWeek Edition
SF Tech Week is bringing the best talent from across the country—and this hike + network is where it all comes together!
This session we'll be doing a beginner-friendly city hike from Equator Coffee in the Presidio to and across Golden Gate Bridge and back!
Whether you’re visiting or call SF home, join fellow tech pros for a trail-side exchange of ideas, connections, and inspiration. Expect fresh air, forward-thinking conversations, and maybe even a few lightning demos and pitches under the trees ⚡️
Along the way, you’ll soak in iconic views of San Francisco, the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island, the gorgeous water of the Bay, and the unique local vibe that makes this city unforgettable.
This event is a part of #SFTechWeek—a week of events hosted by VCs and startups to bring together the tech ecosystem. Learn more at www.tech-week.com.
USC Information Sciences Institute, Newmark
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Inside the Minds Building the Machines
Marina del Rey
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USC Information Sciences Institute, Newmark
Event Title:
Inside the Minds Building the Machines That Will Change Everything
AI is rewriting the rules of the game. Step inside the minds of the visionaries building the machines that will disrupt industries, redefine human potential, and reshape the future. Moderated by AI trailblazer Yolanda Gil, this panel pulls no punches on what’s coming next.
Panelists:
Yolanda Gil, Panel Chair
Director for Strategic AI and Data Science Initiatives and Fellow, Information Sciences Institute
Research Professor, Computer Science and Spatial Sciences
Adam Russell, Panelist
Director of Artificial Intelligence Division, Information Sciences Institute
Jonathan May, Panelist
Principal Scientist, Information Sciences Institute
Research Associate Professor, Computer Science
Karl Jacob, Panelist
Strategic Advisor, Information Sciences Institute
Member, Board of Councilors, Viterbi School of Engineering
Serial Entrepreneur
Trelynd Bradley, Panelist
Deputy Director of Innovation and emerging Technologies
California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development
https://www.isi.edu/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/yolanda-gil/
Thank you to our event sponsor:
NewMark
https://www.nmrk.com/
See all USC ISI Tech Week events: https://linktr.ee/usc_isi
Location: USC, Information Sciences Institute
Address: 4676 Admiralty Way Marina Del Rey Ca 90292
Check in at Reception: 10th Floor
Recommended Marina Del Rey Lots, $6 per day/vehicle:
Lot 4 : 13500 Mindanao Way, Marina Del Rey, CA 90292
https://maps.app.goo.gl/LPdBxT6rZvJxvjpf7
Visitor parking at USC, ISI, $25 per day/vehicle
Address: 4676 Admiralty Way Marina del Rey Ca 90292
Questions? Email us at events@isi.edu
#LATechWeek
This event is a part of #LATechWeek - a week of events hosted by VCs and startups to bring together the tech ecosystem
https://www.tech-week.com
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Chief of Staff Unmasked: Power, Play
In this powerful and interactive session, Anne Marie Otañez peels back the curtain on one of the most misunderstood yet high-impact roles in modern leadership. As a former Chief of Staff at Microsoft and the founder of the globally recognized Chief of Staff Academy™, Anne Marie brings over 20 years of experience navigating executive priorities, business transformation, and cross-functional leadership at some of the world’s most influential organizations.
Whether you're aspiring to step into this role, already hold the title, or want to build influence without formal authority, this session will equip you with a clear understanding of the Chief of Staff’s evolving purpose and why it’s more relevant now than ever.
Key Themes Covered:
The Strategic Core of the Role: Understand how Chiefs of Staff manage up, down, and across, acting as force multipliers, trusted advisors, and execution leaders in fast-moving environments.
Behind-the-Scenes Influence: Learn how Chiefs of Staff operate at the intersection of strategy and execution shaping priorities, managing cross-functional workstreams, and facilitating executive alignment without owning a team.
Frameworks for Success: Anne Marie will walk through proven models and real-world scenarios, including org design influence, decision support, leadership rhythm planning, and change navigation.
The AI-Enabled Chief of Staff: Explore how modern Chiefs of Staff are leveraging AI tools to:
Draft executive communications and prepare briefings with speed and clarity
Automate stakeholder reports, meeting recaps, and decision logs
Analyze sentiment and engagement across the organization using AI-generated insights
Serve as a trusted innovation partner to their executives, helping evaluate AI-driven business cases
This portion of the session will include live examples of prompt templates and use cases Chiefs of Staff can immediately apply whether they are supporting one executive or leading an entire executive office.
Challenges and Hidden Truths:
Discover the real emotional labor, strategic tensions, and visibility issues that come with this role and how to navigate them with confidence and clarity.
Takeaways:
A day-in-the-life understanding of a Chief of Staff what they do, what they don’t, and what they influence
Actionable frameworks you can use immediately in your leadership practice
AI tools and use cases tailored to the Chief of Staff’s core responsibilities
How to stay grounded while scaling your executive presence
This event is a part of #SFTechWeek—a week of events hosted by VCs and startups to bring together the tech ecosystem. Learn more at www.tech-week.com.
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the ai music and video evolution
join us for a discussion on the role of ai for music and video. We will assess the latest developments in ai, its impact on music and video, and the opportunities and challenges to consider. this is a valuable opportunity for anyone interested in the intersection of ai and music and video to learn more and engage in this important conversation.
this event is a part of #LATechWeek—a week of events hosted by vcs and startups to bring together the tech ecosystem. Learn more at www.tech-week.com
panelist include:
Joanna Popper
media and technology executive and award-winning executive producer focused on AI, storytelling, and innovation. She served as Chief Metaverse Officer at CAA, leading initiatives in AI, spatial computing, and web3, and previously held roles leading XR Go-to-Market at HP, EVP Media & Marketing at Singularity University and VP Marketing at NBCUniversal. She cofounded Satire AI, which has produced over 30 AI-powered short films and earned 20 awards. Her work includes AI shorts Project 2029, D.I.C.E., and immersive experiences Finding Pandora X and Breonna’s Garden. She has held Board, advisory board, or consulting roles with Metaphysic AI, Unity Software, AGBO, the Producers Guild of America, and the Television Academy. Joanna is recognized in the XR Hall of Fame, 50 Women to Watch for Boards, and Top Women in Media.
Lucas Cantor Santiago
composer, producer, multi-instrumentalist, and author. he finished schubert's unfinished symphony with artificial intelligence, the 'completed' symphony is regularly performed around the world. lucas’s book unfinished: the role of the artist in the age of artificial intelligence will be released nationwide in december 2025. lucas co-produced lorde's cover of "everybody wants to rule the world" on the hunger games: catching fire soundtrack. he co-wrote the theme music for major league soccer on fox, breakfast ball on fs1 and the facility on fs1. in addition to his music career, lucas is a founder and general partner at mindset music tech, a venture capital firm that invests in music technology.
Torrie Jones
head of content at music ai (makers of the moises app, with 65m+ users) and a pianist, composer, and music industry veteran with nearly two decades of experience at the intersection of creativity and technology. he has helped shaped the industry at apple music, yahoo music, native instruments, and akai professional, where he co-invented the akai fire, fl studio’s first dedicated hardware controller. beyond tech, jones has composed for film, podcasts, and live performance—including the athletic’s no free lunch podcast—and is passionate about creator-first tools in the age of ai.
Stephan Bugaj
Genvid’s Chief Creative Officer Stephan Bugaj created and helmed SILENT HILL: Ascension for which he won an Emmy Award, and the currently running DC Heroes United. His wealth of past creative and technical leadership experience includes past roles as CCO of DJ2 Entertainment, the Hollywood company behind the Sonic the Hedgehog movie, Tomb Raider anime, and more; VP of Creative at Hanson Robotics developing the AI personality and mind design of the Sophia android and premiering his short films starring her at Cannes; and Studio Creative Director at Telltale Games overseeing creative and story for beloved narrative games including Game of Thrones and The Walking Dead. Earlier in his career, Stephan spent a dozen years at Pixar on both creative and technical teams, with credits including The Incredibles, Ratatouille, Brave, and Wall-E.
Ghen Laraya Long
International tech and entertainment attorney who's all about the intersection of law and content. She specializes in crafting deals for the creation, production, and distribution of everything from traditional film and TV to new media projects. Her clients range from indie producers and creators to major multimedia companies and startups. She has worked with industry heavyweights like Disney, CBS, Red Bull, and Yahoo. A frequent speaker at events such as the TV Academy's AI Summit, AI On the Lot, Hollyshorts, Digital Hollywood and the Athena Film Festival, Ghen is deeply involved in the future of the industry. She’s also a member of the TV Academy’s Standing Innovation Advisory Committee.
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Hack Comedy: An AI Comedy Show
We raised $2M in seed funding to build an AI comedy show and we are going bankrupt. PLEASE COME TO THIS SHOW!
Hack Comedy is a show that blends live performance with technology. We're doing weird stuff with computers, comedians and artists to craft a unique show that audiences have never seen before.
If you come to a show you could see things like a live roast bot, crowd-working AI, generated images of comedians, multimedia sketches and much more!
For corporate events or company outings contact hello@hackcomedy.ai
hackcomedy.ai
Hack Comedy is sponsored & co-created by jesterlabs.ai, an AI lab & consultancy specializing in fine-tuning models, RAG, and generative AI system design. Reach out to us at info@jesterlabs.ai
This event is a part of #SFTechWeek—a week of events hosted by VCs and startups to bring together the tech ecosystem. Learn more at www.tech-week.com.
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