This discussion is taking place in a legendary recording studio (Prince, Earth Wind & Fire's old stomping grounds). Join LA Tech Week as we step into Soundromeda: where music, gaming, and AI collide. Songs transform into immersive Songworlds, powered by our Audiovisual AI. Guests will explore artist discovery through interactive gameplay, get hands-on with live demos, and connect with the pioneers redefining digital music. VERY LIMITED CAPACITY of 50. To guaranteed entry, apply here: https://luma.com/a0rd6wiv /// AGENDA /// 5-7: Doors, Networking, Drinks Demo Soundromeda's gameplay 7-8:15: Keynote by CEO Brayden Pierce + Fireside Discussion: The Future of Music with Major Music Industry Creators (Revealing Soon) 8:15-9: Network, Demo Soundromeda's gameplay After 9: We will host an after party (TBA)! PLEASE NOTE: Due to our high-profile panel of speakers, GA entry is not guaranteed. To guarantee entry, purchase a ticket or verify as an industry partner here: https://luma.com/a0rd6wiv Why It’s Special: This is the first public showcase of Soundromeda’s vision: a new way to play music. It’s part launch, part party, part portal into the future of entertainment. 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.

Join us for an electrifying showcase of innovation at the 2024 Preccelerator Demo Day! 🌟 ​Discover the Preccelerator's groundbreaking startups, visionary founders, and cutting-edge technologies. Our diverse lineup promises inspiration and networking opportunities. Witness live demos, engage in thought-provoking discussions, and be part of shaping the future. ​Company Lineup: TBD 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.

Founders, investors, and finance leaders come together for a panel on capital efficiency, scaling smarter, and overlooked funding strategies like R&D. This isn’t another fundraising chat. Expect real stories and practical insights on how startups are extending runway, what investors actually want to see, and the hidden strategies too many ignore. Hosted by Tax Hack, a national specialty tax firm ranked on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list. Tax Hack partners with founders, investors, and accounting firms to uncover hidden capital through R&D tax credits and other incentives that extend runway and fuel growth. 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.

Deep, in the heart of "The Gundo" the future isn’t just bits or atoms, software or hardware, it’s a dramatic collision of both! From rockets to robots to reactors, the most ambitious companies are building in the hardest places: where cutting-edge software meets mission-critical hardware. Join leaders from Magenta, First Resonance, Epsilon3, Boltline, and Stell as we dig into the question: 👉 Where do the Venn diagrams of these companies overlap, and where do they boldly diverge? Expect sharp insights, spicy debates, and a peek at the next generation of tools powering deep tech. ✨ Panel + Q&A 🍸 Happy Hour to follow (because great ideas need good cocktails) 🌐 Connect with founders, builders, and investors pushing the frontier of physical innovation. Come for the panel, stay for the connections and curated conversations in an event co-hosted by Space Happy Hour and Perkins Coie. 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.

Join us for an intimate LA Tech Week salon exploring innovation, sovereignty, and generational wealth, hosted by Swan Bitcoin. Reception: 5:00pm - 8:00pm Host: Swan Founder and CEO, Cory Klippsten Special Guest: Jesse Draper, Founding Partner of Halogen Ventures What to Expect: 🎤 Exclusive insights from Bitcoin and VC leaders redefining wealth and innovation. 🍸 Cocktails, conversation, and connection with investors, executives, and builders. ✨ A curated, high-caliber evening designed for those playing the long game in finance and technology. 6:00-6:45pm In this fireside conversation, Cory Klippsten, CEO of Swan Bitcoin, and Jesse Draper, Founding Partner of Halogen Ventures, will discuss what it means to build enduring systems, from financial sovereignty to the future of family, and how both Bitcoin and venture capital can unlock generational independence and opportunity. Complimentary event | Space is limited RSVP now to join us for premier ideas, strategic connection, and inspiration during LA Tech Week. #LATechWeek: A week of events hosted by top VCs and startups shaping the future of technology. Learn more at tech-week.com

Join us for an exclusive evening of networking, collaboration, and connection at LA Tech Week’s event — Fintech Founders & Investors. Hosted by Everywhere Ventures and Rivonia Road Capital, this gathering brings together the brightest minds in tech, finance, and investments. Space is limited! Everywhere Ventures is a global founder collective and early-stage venture fund investing in the future of money, health, and work. Over the last 6 years, we’ve invested into 350+ pre-seed companies, making us one of the most active early stage funds around. Our capital comes from a group of 500 limited partners who are all founders themselves and help to support our growing portfolio. Rivonia Road provides flexible strategic early-stage debt capital to companies in the US and internationally. Rivonia’s solutions, which include credit facilities, portfolio purchases, flow arrangements, hybrid structures, and bridge equity, are differentiated from vanilla institutional credit solutions as its principals are former operators who understand and are focused on addressing the pain points of high growth financial technology companies. Check sizes range from $5MM to $150MM, depending on the situation. Cocktails and hors d'oeuvres will be served. We look forward to seeing you there! Date: October 16th, 2025 Time: 5 - 9 PM Location: Santa Monica. The exact location will be provided to approved attendees. 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/

Join us for a BAM Happy Hour with an Oktoberfest twist! We're taking over the outdoor patio of Wurstküche in Venice. This is your chance to mingle with an incredible mix of founders and investors in a relaxed, casual setting. ​Savor some delicious German-inspired bites and drinks. It's not September, but who says we can't call it Oktoberfest? ​This event would not be possible without our partner Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP. 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.

Join Vast for a networking happy hour featuring a tour of Vast’s Mission Control Center and Haven-1 Experience, a full scale model of the world’s first commercial space station. The event will include a panel with Vast leadership so attendees can hear directly from the people who are helping build the future of space—right here in Long Beach, CA. Founded in 2021 by Jed McCaleb, Vast is developing humanity’s next-generation space stations and pioneering the path to long-term living and thriving in space. Haven-1, scheduled to be the world’s first commercial space station, is currently in development and is expected to launch in 2026. Vast is also developing Haven-2, the proposed successor to the International Space Station (ISS), designed to serve NASA’s Commercial LEO Destinations (CLD) program as a micro-gravity laboratory in space. Vast’s long-term ambition is to create artificial gravity habitations that enable humans to live in space, reaffirming its commitment to ensuring a spacefaring future for all. Come connect with fellow innovators, enjoy conversation over drinks, and be part of the dialogue shaping the aerospace economy right here in Southern California. Please note, this event is reserved for guests 18 and older. 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.

Join our Santa Monica mansion for a roundtable with top consumer tech Founders & CEOs 🌴 AGENDA ↓ 5-6PM: Welcome drinks and intros 6PM: Roundtable with top Consumer Tech Execs ↓ ⭐︎ JON RHOME · Head of Product at Citizen ⭐︎ DILLON MORGAN · Founder & CEO at UNUM ⭐︎ GREG COHN · Co-founder & CEO at Ad Hoc Labs ⭐︎ GARRET ROTHSTEIN · Co-Founder & CEO at Queue ⭐︎ DAVID BARNARD · Growth Advocate at Revenue Cat & Founder at Contrast [moderator] 7PM: Drinks & healthy eating ____________________________ Hosted by RevenueCat, MAU Vegas, Paywalls.design, and EHVM Capital 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.

The U.S. defense landscape is undergoing a seismic shift. With billions in new funding and a mandate to accelerate innovation, federal departments are turning to commercial tech to meet emerging global threats. From AI and autonomous systems to space, cyber, and emergency response technologies, startups are now driving innovation and shaping the future of national security. Join us for drinks, appetizers, networking and conversation exploring how Los Angeles-based innovators can tap into these opportunities, navigate the evolving D.C. ecosystem, and position themselves as key partners in federal transformation. Hear from experts in defense policy, communications, venture capital, and government relations about how to engage and advocate with federal stakeholders, build reputation, and unlock new pathways to growth. Hosted by Emily Scherberth, managing director, West and head of North America tech practice, APCO Featuring: - Andy Markoff, Co-founder and CEO of Smack Technologies, a company using RL and machine learning to accelerate critical-decision making from the command center to the front lines - Forrest Underwood, Venture Partner at IronGate Capital Advisors and Air Force Reservist - Ken Nasshan, former head of communications at Kaman Corporation, a $1 billion international company in the defense, aviation, high tech and industrial markets - Dan Scandling, government relations strategist and 25+ year Capitol Hill veteran 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.

Capitalizing on AI in Media will explore how AI is reshaping the media industry and the future of work. Moderated by Jonathan Baer, Founder of Overlap (overlap.ai), this panel discussion explores how AI is creating the greatest impact and opportunity. The conversation will highlight key shifts in content creation, distribution, and monetization as AI continues to transform workflows. The event will conclude with an open Q&A and networking session. 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.

SUNSET SOCIAL ​An evening soirée during LA Tech Week 2025 where light bites and cocktails follow the sunset and turn into an unforgettable night of connection and conversation among LA's most innovative investors and builders. As the sky transforms into golden hour, guests will enjoy curated conversations and spontaneous collaborations that embody the spirit of LA's thriving tech ecosystem. Join for an evening where deals are sparked, ideas are exchanged, and the future of LA tech takes shape against the backdrop of a stunning California sunset. ​IMPORTANT INFORMATION ​ATTIRE: Elevated Sunset Soiree ​NOTE: We will be primarily outdoors, please dress accordingly. ​REGISTRATION: All guests must be approved on the list and present ID at security. ​PARKING: Minimal parking, UBER is strongly recommended. The public lot next to the house closes at 8pm.

Join fellow remote team leaders and startup founders for a casual happy hour on the future of remote work. Connect, swap stories, and share tools and strategies for building productive, happy teams from anywhere. Running a remote team comes with unique challenges — from staying productive across time zones to keeping teams engaged and avoiding burnout. We’re bringing together startup founders and remote team leaders to share what’s working (and what isn’t) when it comes to running remote teams. This isn’t a panel or a pitch — just good drinks, good conversation, and a room full of people who get what it’s like to build and lead remotely. Whether you’re scaling your first team or refining how your company works across borders, you’ll leave with fresh ideas, new connections, and maybe even your next favorite tool for running remote. Come for the community, stay for the conversations that help you (and your team) work smarter from anywhere. Hosted by: WeekWize, a time planning and tracking tool that helps teams plan better, reduce burnout, and boost profitability. www.weekwize.com 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.

Curious about how artificial intelligence can help you bring your creative visions to life? Join us for an engaging session designed for creatives like artists, musicians, and filmmakers who want to explore the possibilities of AI in their craft. We’ll break down how you can use AI tools to generate original works and, just as importantly, what legal steps you can take to protect your creations at every stage. Whether you’re experimenting with AI-generated music, digital art, or film, this event will give you practical insights into both the creative and legal sides of the process. Creators include David Minor, Nabil Schiantarelli, Grace Hong and Martin Wave. Attorneys sharing legal insights will be Stephen Doniger, Scott Burroughs and Shivani Honwad. Bring your questions and ideas—more details will be shared soon! You must purchase your ticket via the Eventbrite link above to attend. Only confirmed ticket holders will receive the venue address and be permitted to enter the event. Ticket includes your first drink! Attendees will get to sip on beverages from our in-kind partner - De Soi, a line of non-alcoholic spritzes with mood-boosting adaptogens. 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.

🍸🍤 Drinks, apps, and a powerhouse panel! We are bringing together media, tech, and finance for an evening of bold ideas and big conversations. GK Managing Partners Hatem Dhiab and Ayal Shmilovich, hosts of The Future Money Podcast, GK CEO Ross Gerber, and Raghu Rao, one of the leading voices at the intersection of AI, law, and business. Come for the insights, stay for the vibes 🚀✨ 5-6 PM Happy Hour 6-7 PM Panel 7-8 PM Mingle ... Raghu is a senior legal and business executive with over 15 years of experience in AI, emerging technologies, and global business development. Most recently, he served as Head of Commercial Legal at xAI, where he led multi-billion-dollar GPU procurement and strategic partnerships with hyperscalers to scale enterprise-grade AI deployments. Before xAI, Raghu was a founding member of Zoom’s legal leadership team, guiding the company through its IPO and hypergrowth while advising on AI/ML, product integrations, and data security. He has also served as General Counsel to fintech and AI startups, structuring innovative partnerships and financial transactions, and earlier in his career practiced M&A and tax law at Deloitte and Ernst & Young. This is your chance to hear first-hand insights from someone who has shaped the legal and business frameworks behind some of the most transformative tech companies of our time. 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.

In a world full of polished success stories, Epic Confessions brings raw truth to the stage. Women founders and investors share unfiltered 7-minute confessions: failures, turning points, and lessons that shaped their journey in tech. Hosted by Mujeres Épicas and Revista Level, a global media platform with over 2M readers, this is the only #LATechWeek event dedicated to amplifying women’s voices in technology. Seats are limited, apply now to join this intimate session in Santa Monica. 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.

24 Hour Hackathon event for students to build solutions in healthcare, education, finance, dev tools, and more! $4000 in prize money across these tracks. 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.

Join us for an intimate evening in Beverly Hills during Tech Week, where art and architecture come together. Explore an exceptional residence in the heart of the city while experiencing a unique way to engage with art, design, and conversation enjoyed over drinks and light bites with The Agency Art House. 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.

"Your biggest growth hack isn’t code or capital - it’s recovery science." Reset with ROI. From biohacking and circadian alignment to longevity protocols and sustainable energy stacks, the performance frontier has shifted. Agenda: 5:00 – 6:30 PM | Guest Arrivals & Networking 6:30 – 7:20 PM | Feature Panel: Sleep to Scale + Q&A 7:20 – 9:00 PM | Networking & Product Showcases At Sleep to Scale, you’ll hear how the founders of Checked Out, DATE, and Avocado Green Brands will dive into how recovery is becoming the ultimate edge in leadership and scale: - Real frameworks from founders scaling in the wellness-tech space - Insights into personalized wellness, recovery data, and biohacking trends - Tools you can implement today to optimise your output tomorrow What you'll leave with: - Founder Playbooks: first-hand insights from the creators of Checked Out, DATE, and Avocado Green Brands on turning personal wellness obsessions into breakout companies. - Practical sleep, recovery, and energy rituals you can implement immediately to sharpen your focus, resilience, and output. - Exclusive tastings and demos of functional products from Avocado Mattress, DATE and Checked Out that sit at the intersection of biohacking, recovery, and sustainability. - Curated networking with founders, investors, and operators who are redefining the future of wellness and performance. - Access to partner discount codes, VIP offers, and giveaways available only to attendees. ✨ Capacity is capped at 100 vetted guests. RSVP now to secure your place in one of LA Tech Week’s most high-signal founder events. Ride share is recommended. No valet. 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.

​Join us for an evening at Fitoor celebrating the growing bridge between Hollywood, tech, and India’s startup ecosystem. This gathering brings together founders, investors, creatives, and operators building across both markets — from entertainment and media to investment and technology. ​📍 Fitoor, Los Angeles 📅 Thursday, October 16 🕔 5 PM onwards 🍸 Food and drinks available for purchase ​Good people. Great ideas. Global connections. CorridorX is a venture platform building the bridge between the US and India. We help startups scale globally by building capability centers and elite engineering pods in India for US companies — while curating programs, events, and communities that connect founders, investors, and operators across both ecosystems. 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.

Cyclemate is on a mission to make cities around the world happier and healthier by helping people cycle more and drive less. We're showcasing our home of Venice in the best way possible - with a scenic bike ride along the coast, capped off by a beachfront happy hour with music, drinks, and community at The Waterfront. Explore the natural beauty while experiencing first-hand how technology can create healthier, more sustainable urban living. Guests will follow the route in real-time using the Cyclemate app. This event is for anyone who cares about using technology to build healthier, happier and more sustainable cities. Whether you're a founder, investor, technologist, or passionate about climate, wellness, or urban living, you'll connect with others working to improve life for city dwellers! 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.

After hosting one of the most talked-about rooftop parties at NY Tech Week, Wiza returns to LA with a new kind of gathering. Hot Girls Go To Market is an intimate, invite-only happy hour created for women in Sales, RevOps, Marketing, Customer Success, and Growth. Focused on connection, this event brings together a curated group of GTM operators for meaningful conversation, cross-functional networking and creative stations. Hot Girls GTM celebrates the women powering go-to-market success - offering space to share insights, build relationships, and grow community in an environment designed with intention and care. https://wiza.co/ 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.

Unwind and connect mindfully after a busy TechWeek at a wellness reception and program on wellness tech hosted by The Well Network and Naturepedic's organic mattress gallery near Beverly Hills. 🧘‍♀️ 🧘‍♂️ Naturepedic will also be giving away one of their Serenade mattresses! 🛏️ Join founders, investors and members of our vibrant community in the consumer and consumer tech space. Guests are welcome to participate in product demos from Cell2N a PEMF health tech company. We will also have a sound bath session by Jessica Jeang at 6:30pm. ✨ 🙏🏼 Lite bites and drinks provided. Thanks to partners ITO EN tea, MTN WTR, Lark Ellen Farm, Chimes, Thanks! Naturals, The Tea Book, Ethan's Entergy Drinks, NOW supplements, Ms. P's snacks, That's It bars and others who are sharing samples and gift bag items. 🍵 🧉🫖 By registering or attending the event, the participant consents to receiving emails from the organizers Naturepedic, The Well Network and partners. 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.

​Join us at UCLA Anderson for the AI & Innovation Forum, co-hosted by the South Asian Business Association (SABA), the Muslim Business Student Association (MBSA), and the American South Asian Network (ASAN). An evening of thought-provoking panels, real-world insights, and dynamic networking, bringing together students, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders shaping the future of AI and innovation. ​​​American South Asian Network (ASAN) is the fastest growing community of young South Asians in the US! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/asan.fyi LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asanfyi/ WhatsApp Community: https://bit.ly/asan-wa 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.

3i Members is hosting a private happy hour during LA Tech Week, bringing together tenured investors, family offices and exited founders for informal conversation around what we’re each investing in across the tech ecosystem. Members of the 3i community can register through the 3i events portal. This Partiful invite is for friends-of-the-network to fit the spirit of Tech Week. 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. – 3i Members is a community of 700+ family offices, fund GPs, and exited founders who source and diligence deals together.

​AI is shaking up the search world but SEO isn’t going anywhere. This live conversation digs into what actually matters now: real business impact, smarter reporting, and how to keep your strategy sharp when everything feels like it’s shifting. ​Join Jordan Koene (CEO & Founder of Previsible), Jerry Smith (Founder of Onward), and Celeste Gonzalez (Director of SEO Testing at RicketyRoo) for a candid look at how AI is changing the game and how to stay ahead without chasing hype. 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.

Join us for cocktails and hors d'oeuvres, as electi takes a first look into how HospitaliTech and proptech is transforming from a static, traditional real estate category into a tech-enabled, experience-driven asset class. Our work has been featured by Airbnb, Vice, Travel + Leisure and more. electi operates at the intersection of property management, hospitality, and technology: a $300B+ global market opportunity. We'll explore how tech is reshaping hospitality and property performance through real-world examples like electi, staysbyelecti, Ellie Concierge and more, showcasing how smart service layers, personalization and modular experiences unlock new value. This is where buildings become platforms and experience becomes the new metric of success. Hosted by electi Founder and CEO Daniela Amador and Co-Founder Mark Sette. The first ten guests receive a special token of appreciation. 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.

You’re invited to Amboy Street Ventures's Women's Health Happy Hour on Thursday, October 16th, from 6-8pm in Venice. Amboy Street Ventures’s LATechWeek Happy Hour will celebrate those pioneering innovation in women’s health. We will bring together founders and funders, closing gaps in healthcare for half the world’s population. We look forward to meeting you all! Amboy Street Ventures is one of the first venture capital funds focused on Women's Health and Sexual Health for all genders. We define women's health as anything that uniquely, differently or disproportionately impacts women. We invest in the Seed and Series A stages. Looking to learn more or get involved? See below: ASV Newsletter: https://www.amboystreet.com/blog   Allies Program: https://www.amboystreet.com/allies  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.

An approval-only dinner for engineers, researchers, and product leaders who have recently left or are preparing to leave Big Tech, top AI labs, or high-growth startups to pursue new ventures. Hosted at a private venue in Los Angeles, this curated gathering will bring together ambitious Day Zero founders for dinner, drinks, and meaningful conversation. It’s not another tech week mixer - it’s an intimate space to share ideas, compare notes, and connect with peers who are stepping into the unknown to build what’s next. Seats are intentionally limited - the setting, the company, and the conversations are ones you won’t want to miss. If you're not a Day Zero AI Founder, make sure to check out if one of our other two dinners might be more fitting: Stealth: https://partiful.com/e/zhf9KawiQptyrRWOuP3O Pre-Seed/Seed: https://partiful.com/e/5q7uRri2V5gj8VGDTKAH 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.

FLIP to FLEX: Building for the Emerging Lunar Economy At this world class panel discussion, you will hear directly from the innovators who are building the foundations of the lunar economy. These experts are working on the critical systems and solutions that will make sustainable living and business on the Moon possible. If you're interested in the future of space development, this is the event to attend. 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.

AI Advertising: What’s Real, What’s Next As part of LA Tech Week, Lemonlight, GR0 & Klaviyo are teaming up to cut through the noise with a clear-eyed look at where AI video in advertising stands today. No hype, no vague predictions—just candid conversations for marketing leaders, brand strategists, and creative professionals on what’s working right now, what’s not, and how brands can use AI to create smarter, faster video without losing trust or creativity. We’re hosting two focused panels led by industry leaders who are in the weeds building, buying, and scaling with AI today: Panel #1 — Beyond the Machine: Keeping Creativity Human How do you harness AI without diluting originality? Hear how some of the most forward-thinking leaders are preserving taste, voice, and brand soul while embracing automation. Featuring: Kevin Walker, Chief Creative Officer at Buck Jason Miller, Lead Product Manager, AI at NextRoll Phil Schwarz, Partner at Corazon Brian Saltzman, Product, Design, and Technology Leader at Amazon Panel #2 — AI, Ads and A-Listers: How Star Power Shapes the New Performance Playbook. AI is transforming how brands create, test, and scale their ads—but not all creativity can be automated. This conversation examines how celebrity and technology together are redefining what performance looks like today. Featuring: Jon Zacharias, Co-Founder & President at GR0 Alex Marsh, President & Co-founder at Paravie Josh Maynard, GM at Mr. Beast Lauren Fortner, Co-Founder at Edit Media Group Those attending will leave with: - How to actually use AI to create and scale video today - Where the current tools break down—and how to bridge the gap - Proven ways to balance speed, transparency, and brand integrity - A grounded view of what’s hype vs. what’s worth your time 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.

Hosted by the Expert DOJO Celebrity Fund, the Dream Collection, and CAMINO5. Some brands are planned in boardrooms. Others are pressure-tested in stadiums, in the ring, and under the glare of millions; raw, real, and relentless. This is not another tech week panel or networking event. This is an evening of real conversation with sports icons who’ve lived it under the lights, and now live it again as investors, philanthropists, and business builders. We’re not here for small talk. We’re here to talk brand, pressure, reinvention, what it means to build legacy when the world is watching. *Featuring: Shaquem Griffin – Former linebacker for the Seattle Seahawks and barrier-breaker, known for redefining what’s possible on and off the field. Chris Copeland – NBA veteran with the New York Knicks, Indiana Pacers, and Milwaukee Bucks now investing in the future, and mentoring the next generation as a pro coach and entrepreneur. Doc God – World champion bodybuilder with 27 titles and the first athlete from Anguilla to win a global crown. Now a filmmaker, blockchain innovator, and founder shaping the future of digital rights. Ultimate Fighting Bots – The world's first robot combat league where humans pilot robots in real-time from anywhere on the planet. This is competition evolved: the digital and physical merged into one high-stakes arena. See it live. *Speaker lineup subject to change. These aren’t just athletes. They’re builders. They’ve taken everything the game gave them pressure, clarity, discipline and translated it into life after the buzzer. No stage. Just real stories, shared insights, and a rare chance to be in the room where the game behind the game gets revealed. This is where the spotlight meets strategy. Because today, every brand is in the arena. But only a few are playing to win. Admission This room is not for everyone. Attendance is strictly limited. Complimentary access for accredited investors by application and approval. $97 contribution for qualified founders and guests, those bold enough to build and brave enough to learn. Presence is earned. Not assumed. Applications now open. Selection is limited. A Note for Investors: As part of this evening, we’ll invite you to consider supporting the causes and foundations led by our featured guests. Each athlete is actively building impact far beyond the field, your donation isn’t expected, but it is encouraged, and deeply appreciated. This evening is part of #LATechWeek , a curated week of experiences hosted by VCs and startups across the LA tech ecosystem. Learn more at www.tech-week.com

Join us for an intimate evening honoring the women shaping Los Angeles’ venture and startup community. Hosted at Soho House Malibu, this private mixer will bring together trailblazing women in venture capital, angel investing, and emerging fund management, alongside founders building the next generation of innovative companies. Expect inspiring conversation, authentic connections, and a chance to celebrate the diverse impact women are making across LA’s startup ecosystem—all over delicious cocktails and light bites. Featured guests include Jesse Draper (General Partner, Halogen Ventures), Rachel Springate (Co-Founder, Muse Capital), Nicole Toussaint (Associate, TenOneTen Ventures), and Stephanie Hsieh (CEO, Bioscience Ventures) Please note that all guests must be accepted and will be checked in at the Soho House security desk. Unfortunately, due to venue restrictions, walk-ins cannot be accommodated. 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. About the Hosts: Reitler is a top-ranked venture capital law firm with offices in New York, Los Angeles, and Princeton. The firm represents both emerging companies, venture investors and limited partners across all stages of investment, from seed financings, to growth rounds and through exit transactions. Reitler is consistently ranked a Top 10 venture capital law firm by PitchBook and has been recognized by Chambers as a global leader in its Startups & Emerging Companies category. With thousands of venture financings completed since our founding, we bring deep experience and practical insight to help our clients achieve their goals efficiently. EisnerAmper is one of the world's largest business consulting and accounting firms, ranking in the top 15 in the US. The EisnerAmper Venture Team provides comprehensive finance, accounting, tax, and operational support to funders and founders within the venture and startup ecosystem. Serving over 1,000 venture capital, private equity funds, and family offices, offering extensive fund administration, management, tax, and advisory services. For startup founders, their skilled team of fractional CFOs, controllers, accountants, and HR experts serve as a complete finance department and back office, ensuring they are diligence-ready and prepared for key business activities. Mercer: For 40 years, Mercer Advisors has been helping families amplify and simplify their financial lives. How? By integrating financial planning, investing, tax, estate, insurance, and more, all managed by a single team. - Your Team: A unified in-house team of planners, investors, accountants, and estate strategists that designs — and executes — your financial plan. - Your Person: A hand-picked wealth advisor who is focused on serving you, not on finding new clients. - Your Portfolio: An institutional-grade, personalized portfolio managed by a team of 70+ investment professionals, not just one advisor. - Your Firm: A boutique fiduciary with national strength, that combines intimate service and sophisticated capability, and only acts in your best interest.

AI Afterhours is an immersive listening lounge hosted by Udio during LA Tech Week. A one-night-only event for creatives and enthusiasts of all kinds, this rooftop party is where you can network with the Udio team & fellow enthusiasts while vibing to a live DJ set of music crafted using Udio's technology. Set against the backdrop of Santa Monica, AI Afterhours is a seamless blend of tech, culture, and nightlife, designed to introduce guests to Udio's tech without the panels and pitches. R.S.V.P. to mingle with Udio Co-Founder & CEO Andrew Sanchez and more special guests. Andrew Sanchez is the CEO and Co-Founder of Udio, where he oversees the general operations of the company and explores how generative AI can expand the music industry and augment the artist experience. 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.

An approval-only dinner for pre-seed and seed AI founders who are actively building their companies and raising their first institutional round. Taking place in a private Los Angeles venue, this evening will offer an intimate environment to connect with peers on the same journey, exchange lessons, and build lasting relationships while enjoying dinner and drinks together. Seats are intentionally limited - the company and conversations will make it a night worth remembering. If you're not a Pre-Seed/Seed AI Founder, make sure to check out if one of our other two dinners might be more fitting: Day Zero: https://partiful.com/e/WHZuXkcmrRobx63C8NX7 Stealth: https://partiful.com/e/zhf9KawiQptyrRWOuP3O 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.

UP.Labs is turning 3—and you're invited to help us celebrate. We’re throwing the kind of open house that’s equal parts celebration, conversation, and connection. Join us at as we raise a glass to three years of building the future—alongside the founders, partners, and visionaries helping rewire transportation and mobility from the ground up. Join us for... 🍸 Drinks, bites, beats, and networking ✨ An overview of how we help our corporate partners transform legacy ops with vertical AI + advanced analytics 🛠️ Meet founders from a few of our boldest portfolio companies We’d love to have you with us as we toast 3 years of building, scaling, and moving the world forward. This event has limited space, so once you RSVP expect a final guest confirmation the week before the event. 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.

An approval-only dinner for founders working below the radar - actively building in stealth and preparing for their first fundraising milestones. Set in a private Los Angeles venue, this intimate supper offers a rare space to share candid experiences, compare notes, and build trusted relationships with peers over dinner and drinks. Seats are intentionally limited - exclusive conversations in an unforgettable setting. If you're not a Stealth AI Founder, make sure to check out if one of our other two dinners might be more fitting: Day Zero: https://partiful.com/e/WHZuXkcmrRobx63C8NX7 Pre-Seed/Seed: https://partiful.com/e/5q7uRri2V5gj8VGDTKAH 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.

Elevate is thrilled to host the Fall Soirée, an exclusive event curated to celebrate the dynamic fusion of technology and creativity in the heart of Los Angeles. As part of LA Tech Week, this soirée offers a unique opportunity to connect with top innovators, investors, and industry leaders at a private residence in Beverly Hills. Join us for an unforgettable evening where innovation meets culture. ​Admission: ​Elevate is a private, invitation-only community, typically open to members and their guests. For LA Tech Week, we’re accepting a limited number of select guests for this event. Please note, submitting a RSVP does not guarantee a spot; all attendees must be approved to ensure a meaningful and collaborative experience aligned with Tech Week's spirit. ​About Elevate: ​Elevate is a membership-driven community and platform connecting leaders in technology, venture capital, media, and sports. Through curated events and a digital platform, we foster innovation and strategic growth. Members can engage with vetted founders for direct investment, advisory roles, and strategic partnerships. 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. Thank you to our sponsors Perkins Coie Perkins Coie’s Emerging Companies & Venture Capital lawyers are trusted advisors to the world’s most innovative companies and most visionary investors. We support startup clients from formation to exit with comprehensive legal and business counseling. Our clients have raised more than $15 billion in the private markets over the past three years between the pre-seed and growth stage. Our extensive corporate law experience, combined with sector-specific business and product counseling, ensure our services are tailored to each client's unique needs, investor expectations, and growth trajectories in cutting-edge industries like AI, aerospace and defense tech, fintech, digital health, gaming, energy innovation, digital media, and consumer packaged goods. Bolt Bolt is the checkout, identity, and payments platform powering faster, smarter commerce for leading brands. With Checkout 2.0, an AI-driven, self-updating checkout, Bolt helps merchants boost conversion with one-click login, intelligent payment routing, and a network that recognizes returning shoppers instantly. Bolt's new super app unifies crypto and fiat accounts, rewards, shopping, and peer-to-peer payments into one seamless experience. Today, more than 80 million shoppers and hundreds of merchants rely on Bolt’s technology to make buying shockingly simple.

Revilico × Nucleate present: AI and Biology: Connecting Data, Discovery, and Community Experience an evening at the intersection of AI, biology, and drug discovery during a16z Tech Week in Los Angeles. This event will bring together founders, scientists, and investors shaping the next generation of biotech innovation. Join us for a networking mixer with fellow builders, researchers, and investors. Connect with peers across the LA biotech and AI ecosystems, meet potential collaborators, and help shape a growing community at the cutting edge of science and technology. Whether you’re a founder, investor, researcher, student, or just curious about the future of biotech, this is a chance to engage with the people moving the field forward. Details: 📍 Venice / Marine Del Rey (venue sent upon RSVP) 🥂 Drinks provided 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.

Join Stanford Angels & Entrepreneurs of Southern California for a Fireside Chat featuring Kara Nortman, Co-Founder of Angel City Football Club and Managing Partner of Monarch Collective, presented by Morrison Foerster in conjunction with LA Tech Week with Gold Sponsor Goodfin | Bronze sponsors Adaptive; JP Morgan. Hosted reception after at a beachfront venue in Santa Monica with brand partner Kunin Wines, boutique award-winning Santa Barbara winery. Limited space - must apply to attend. Kara Nortman Biography: Kara is Managing Partner of Monarch Collective, the first investment platform exclusively dedicated to investing in women's sports. Kara is a co-founder of Angel City Football Club, which has quickly risen to become the most valuable women's soccer team in the world. Prior to Monarch, Kara was a Managing Partner at Upfront Ventures, where she worked for eight years. Before joining Upfront, Kara spent close to seven years at IAC where she co-headed the M&A group and later served in operating capacities as the SVP and General Manager of Urbanspoon and Citysearch. She served on the board of IAC's mobile technology incubator (Hatch Labs), where she incubated Tinder. Earlier in her career Kara worked at Battery Ventures, Microsoft and Morgan Stanley. Kara is also a founding member of All Raise, a VC-led Nonprofit dedicated to increased diversity in funders and founders, and she advised the Women’s National Soccer Team Players Association during their pay equity fight. Kara earned an AB in Politics from Princeton University and an MBA from Stanford University. Kara resides in Los Angeles with her husband and three daughters. Wine partner: Kunin Wines - award-winning, Santa Barbara based, owned by Magan Eng Tableware partner: Repurpose - sustainable, plant based, founded by Lauren Gropper Stanford Angels and Entrepreneurs of Southern California's mission is to create a robust network that connects Stanford alumni to innovative opportunities and fosters meaningful connections through in person and virtual events with the vibrant Southern California ecosystem. 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

AI isn’t just changing how we search — it’s changing how brands are discovered, trusted, and talked about. Tools like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Google’s AI Mode are now surfacing answers directly to users, often shaping perception before anyone clicks a link. In this session, a panel of experts will break down what this shift means for brand visibility. We’ll explore how AI tools pull information, why PR and SEO are now deeply intertwined, and most importantly — how you can influence what AI says about your brand. Panel: Chris Andrew, CEO & Co- founder, Scrunch AI Rebecca Weiser, Senior Vice President, Moxie Communications Group Cara Corbett, Partner Growth Manager, SUSO Digital (Moderator) There will be very light snacks and refreshments served, as well as networking opportunities pre and post-panel. 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.

The AI Goldrush & Shifting Goalposts In the race to build and deploy AI, speed often wins out over common sense. If you aren’t using models where you can rely on the results then you’re just generating pithy memes. While memes are fun, building useful things that inspire results and progress is far more rewarding. Join this day of artificial intelligence reality, hear from the people who are driving valuable use cases at scale with AI everyday including leading researchers, engineers, and business executives as they go through the strategic approaches that distill the gold from the rush. This event will include panels, live demonstrations of tools, specific AI practical strategies that work at scale, agentic AI deep dive, and... a happy hour with a brilliant DJ at the legendary Mach Sennett Studios. Discussions 1. It’s All About the Data, Darling. Incomplete, mislabeled, or stale datasets quietly accumulate “interest” that degrade model accuracy, bloat maintenance costs, and spit upon trust. What happens when these models hit the data ceiling? Experts share real-world discussions about how a sharp focus on the data that is going into… or exposed to your AI system is the most important thing. From bias reduction via 100s of thousands of humans in a panel, to a targeted start focused squarely on image capture, to an AI agentic architecture that cleans while it freshens… (Live Demo) 2. Unlearn Your AI Assumptions You haven’t heard this discussion before, we go deep into how AI models drive value against specific workflows that are integral to product ready use cases. (Live Demo) 3. Delivering Value with AI The reason so many companies are hitting pilot purgatory with AI strategies is because they are measuring the wrong things. AI can help with cost savings… but it’s often a very hard metric to prove as it optimizes tasks that aren’t usually measured anyway. So, how do you measure, when do you release, how do you go to market, and what should your investment in AI look like. Join this fireside chat with experts who have been delivering value with AI for +10 years and grab some takeaways that focus on common sense and measurable results that are game changing from any business. Hear real examples of challenges and how overcoming them drove productization that includes AI models and hits KPIs alongside ROI. Takeaways: Practical insights, battle-tested frameworks, and a clearer picture of how to balance rapid innovation with the discipline required to make AI the long term amplifier of human creativity that we all need. Schedule: 6-8PM - Panels and live AI demos 8-10PM - DJ and Happy Hour 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.

Join us for an unforgettable night where tech meets Vibes, Fun, Networking & culture! On October 16, 2025, we're bringing together 300+ tech professionals, founders, creators, innovators, investors, and industry leaders for a great time of music, games, fun, networking, and collaborations. Ditch the traditional conference setting and immerse yourself in an atmosphere where connections are made on the dance floor, and innovation meets rhythm and art. 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. Hosted by www.travelbayonline.com Come for the networking, stay for the vibes, leave with amazing connections that power future business and personal growth!

Face of the Future: How Turkey Became the Silicon Valley of Plastic Surgery + Complimentary Gourmet Cuisine Сatering Join us as Luxxera unpacks how Turkey became the “Silicon Valley of Plastic Surgery” and what it means for the future of healthcare. Bonus! Enjoy an elegant ambiance, gourmet cuisine catering, and the company of founders, operators, creators, and investors shaping the future of wellness and aesthetics. Plastic surgery and medical tourism are rapidly expanding $100 billion global industries, with Turkey, Brazil, and South Korea leading the charge, (Turkey alone receives 1.5 million incoming medical visitors a year). Patients from the U.S. and U.K. are abandoning year-long wait times and overpriced medical systems in their home countries and flying thousands of miles for plastic surgery and healthcare that are offered at a mere fraction of the cost. At this Tech Week conversation, we will dive into the forces shaping this shift: cutthroat prices, Instagram-fueled influencers, aggressive marketing, and minimal regulation. The allure of quickly delivered care in weeks (Instead of months or years) is undeniable, but there are still risks. Patients chasing life-changing outcomes might get everything they ever wanted or… end up with disastrous and debilitating results. From botched jobs that make global headlines to billion-dollar opportunities for the next wave of digital health marketplaces, this is where medicine, technology, and culture intersect. 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.

🍸 Tech Happy Hour & Social @ Wearies 📍 Wearies Santa Monica 🗓 Thursday, October 16th | ⏰ 6:00 PM Mix, mingle, and make new connections. Join us for the Tech Happy Hour & Social, a lively evening designed to bring together L.A.’s tech community in a relaxed, stylish setting. Kick off your evening with craft cocktails, great conversation, and an easygoing atmosphere perfect for expanding your network. Whether you’re a founder, engineer, designer, or just curious about the scene, this is your chance to connect with fellow innovators outside the office. ✨ What to Expect: Happy hour specials from the bar A welcoming, casual environment for networking A mix of founders, investors, engineers, and creatives The perfect balance of social + professional connections Come for the drinks, stay for the people. 🍹 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.

Join us for Geek Chic Social Wellness Gala by InnovatorX — the RelaXi LA Series From New York to the Bay Area and now Los Angeles, we arrive with a new emotional frequency for Tech Week: a salon-style gathering for founders, creators, and investors exploring the future of mental health innovation and emotional technology. Step into a cinematic space where the question “How do you relax?” unlocks deeper conversation and connection. 🧠 Featuring RelaXi, the emotional OS app reimagining modern mental health, the night blends sensory design, signature mood-based drinks, and reflective dialogue — offering innovators a moment to reset, reconnect, and reprogram in a world that never pauses. Welcome to a new era of conscious living. 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.

LGBTQ+ brilliance is shaping the future of tech. That’s why we’re launching Queer Tech IRL — a new community for LGBTQ+ founders, builders, and investors who are creating what’s next. As part of LA Tech Week, we’re taking over Or Bar in West Hollywood for a night of connection, free craft cocktails, and celebration. This is where you’ll meet your next investor, co-founder, or the company you want to back — all while building strength and visibility within the LGBTQ+ tech community. ✨ Free craft cocktails and a packed room of top LGBTQ+ talent in tech ✨ Curated networking designed to make it easy to find the people you need ✨ A launch event that sets the stage for ongoing monthly gatherings across LA This isn’t just a party — it’s the beginning of a movement. And you’re invited to be part of it. Proudly sponsored by JPMorgan and Build Momentum, who share our commitment to elevating underrepresented founders and building a stronger, more inclusive tech ecosystem. This event is part of #LATechWeek — a week of events hosted by VCs and startups to bring together the tech ecosystem and celebrate the ideas, founders, and communities shaping what comes next. Learn more at www.tech-week.com and www.buildmomentum.dev

Join us for an insightful fireside chat as we explore the journey from 0 to 1 with one of Los Angeles' most innovative startup teams, Favorited. We'll chat with Favorited, an a16z backed Santa Monica based live-streaming startup, Founders Zach Ferraro and David Tesler to share their experiences in navigating the challenges of hyperscaling a business in the vibrant LA tech ecosystem. We'll delve into the unique hurdles faced during the scaling process, the importance of innovation, and how artificial intelligence is shaping the future of their industry. Gain valuable insights on building a strong company culture, attracting top talent, and preparing for the evolving landscape of AI. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with fellow entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and innovators who are driving change in Los Angeles' startup scene. 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.

Wrkspce is bringing together an evening of networking and cocktails where technology meets intrigue, and innovation fuels unexpected conversations. Held in a secret location, this exclusive night will feature — signature cocktails by OLA SOL, and an atmosphere steeped in innovation. It's an ideal opportunity for tech innovators, investors, and creators to connect in a unique setting that honors the entrepreneurial spirit. Don't miss this chance to get in to Tech Week in style. We cant reveal too much, but here’s what you should know: 🍸 There will be cocktails. ✨ There will be a fireside discussion. 🪩There will be an exclusive guest speaker you won’t want to miss. 🚀 And somewhere in the mix, there will be exclusive access to cutting edge Ai technology. This mixer is where deals begin, ideas spark, and lasting relationships take root. Whether you’re a founder looking to share your vision or an investor scouting the next big thing, this is the place to connect over food, drinks, and conversation. 💡 Spots are limited. RSVP now to secure your place. 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.

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. From scrappy startups to thriving scaleups, Asian entrepreneurs are redefining innovation on a global stage. At Startups to Scaleups, The Asian Way during LA Tech Week, join ACE NextGen and a vibrant community of founders, investors, and builders for an evening of food, networking, and inspiring stories. Renowned guest speakers — successful entrepreneurs and investors — will spark conversations that make this a truly memorable night. Discover how cultural strengths like resilience, adaptability, and community fuel growth, and leave with new connections and fresh inspiration to scale together. Guest Speaker: 1. Tian Xiao - Head of North America Partnerships, Tencent Games 2. Jonathan Hung - Managing Partner, Entrepreneur Ventures 3. Chewy Jang - Chief of Staff, Spaceport ***This is a paid event. $35/ticket. Approved guests must purchase tickets through Eventbrite. If you show up at the event without a ticket, you will be required to purchase a ticket. See the link in the Admission section.***

We're fostering a vibrant tech ecosystem that's accessible to everyone, regardless of background or experience. Here's what you can expect: • Connect with fellow tech professionals: Meet entrepreneurs, investors, designers, developers, and more. • Showcase your talent: Whether you're seeking funding, looking for collaborators, or simply want to connect with like-minded individuals, this is the place to be. • Access valuable resources: Discover opportunities, learn about local events, and find support for your tech endeavors. Part of a Larger Community The Pasadena Tech Happy Hour is part of Innovate Pasadena, a thriving Los Angeles tech community dedicated to learning, networking, and achieving shared goals. What to Bring: Business cards or a LinkedIn profile (optional, but highly recommended!) Come ready to connect, collaborate, and grow within Pasadena's dynamic tech scene. This event is hosted by Innovate Pasadena, the City of Pasadena, and Google Developers Group. For accessibility information and requests, contact (626) 744-7311 or CSC@cityofpasadena.net. Providing at least 72 hours advance notice will help ensure availability. 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.

Building in healthcare isn’t for the faint of heart. Between regulation, reimbursement, and the realities of patient care, every decision carries weight...and opportunity! This panel brings together founders, clinicians and investors who are actively building what’s next in healthcare. We’ll dig into the challenges of scaling in a highly complex and regulated industry. The lessons learned along the way, and the breakthroughs shaping the future of healthcare. Whether you’re a builder, operator, or investor, we hope you’ll leave with real insights into what it takes to build solutions that matter in healthcare today. Agenda: 6-7pm Sunset Drinks 7-8pm Panel 8-9pm Networking Panelists: Adam Stansell Founder & CEO, Axle Health Before founding Axle Health in 2020, Adam built his career across investment banking, management consulting, and logistics; holding leadership roles at Uber, where he helped launch UberEats across the U.S., and at logistics company, Motive (formerly KeepTruckin). Driven by the belief that healthcare can benefit from the operational rigor of other industries, he founded Axle Health in the midst of the pandemic to bring modern logistics, technology, and automation to the $150B U.S. home health market. Today, Axle enables more efficient, patient-centered home care operations nationwide. Maureen Burgess Partner, Cedars Sinai Health Ventures As a Partner at Cedars-Sinai Health Ventures, Maureen focuses on investments in healthcare technology and innovation. She has a rich background in both early-stage startups and large enterprise environments. Prior to her current role, she was a Principal at Crosscut Ventures, where she invested in various sectors, including healthcare, security, and analytics. She also served as the Program Director of the Cedars-Sinai Accelerator powered by Techstars, working with healthtech companies targeting providers, payers, and pharmaceutical firms Dr. Greg Burrell Co-founder, Carbon Health Dr. Greg Burrell has served many executive roles at healthcare startups. Most recently as the Chief Medical Officer at Homeward, a rural health company backed by General Catalyst and ARCH Venture Partners. He previously co-founded Carbon Health, a multi‑state primary, virtual, and urgent care provider, and served as their Vice President of Clinical Strategy and Product. Prior, he was the Vice President of Clinical Solutions and Associate Chief Medical Officer at Accolade, providing care delivery, navigation, and advocacy services to more than 10 million members. He is currently a Venture Partner at Necessary Ventures and a Senior Advisor to Altira Health. Moderated by: Nuzi Barkatally Creator + Host, HEALTHCARE *by design* 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.

Take a “paws” from the hustle of LA Tech Week and Talk Shop and Offleash'd for Paw’ffice Hours with some extra special VIP guests. Wags & Walks (https://www.wagsandwalks.org/) will be onsite with adoptable pups for stress relief and snuggles, while you mix and mingle with tech founders, investors, and operators. To ensure a safe and comfortable environment for the rescue dogs, we ask that guests do not bring personal pets to the event. What to expect: Drinks and relaxed networking Furry friends from Wags & Walks Gift bags with goodies from Full Moon Pet, Rover, and Offleash'd Media training raffle (a necessity for tech execs and thought leaders) Good vibes + a chance to support local rescue Space is limited. RSVP early and come ready to connect (and cuddle). Tickets available via cash or Venmo at the door, or on Eventbrite. About Talk Shop: Talk Shop is a communications agency redefining content to help organizations get known and be understood. About Offleash'd: Offleash’d is the social app that brings pet parents together through friendships, live events, and community, because happy pets and real connections make life better! Happy Pets. Real Connections. A Better Life. -- 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.

Join us for a lowkey night for founders, creators, and investors to connect IRL over a good beer (or seltzer). Expect warm intros, zero fluff, and conversations that actually move your projects forward. At our last event, someone found their technical co-founder, another person met their lead investor, and tons of creators got to meet with founders building their favorite products. What to expect: - Casual networking (no programming) - Mix of tech founders, viral creators, & investors - Discussion topics: “what I’m building / what I need / how I'm building distribution" Details: - Location: Arts District Brewery, Downtown LA - Dress: Whatever you worked in today - Goal: Leave with 2-3 new partnerships, customers, or founder friends Learn more about me (Ish) and what I'm building (Internet Empires) www.internetempires.com If you want to sponsor this event, click here: www.internetempires.com/partnerships 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.

Join us on Thursday, October 16th for Sunset & Startups, a happy hour hosted by Greenberg Glusker, bringing together founders, investors, and friends of the tech community. We’ll gather by the ocean in Santa Monica to unwind, trade ideas, and connect as the sun sets. Expect thoughtful conversations, a relaxed atmosphere, and plenty of opportunities to connect with fellow builders and innovators shaping the future of tech. We look forward to seeing you there! 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.

We’re bringing a little New York chaos to WeHo. This is your night off from small talk about AI. Come for unexpected collabs, and cocktail-fueled creative energy. Have your people call our people. 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.

On Thursday, October 16, join the Manhattan Institute for a probing conversation between MI senior fellows Abigail Shrier and Rob Henderson. California should be paradise. Yet a culture of progressive conformity—sweeping not just the Golden State but the nation—has made life increasingly difficult for those who question the reigning orthodoxy. Political groupthink has paralyzed solutions to the state’s most pressing challenges, with profound consequences for families, communities, and the next generation. In this discussion, Rob Henderson will interview Abigail Shrier about the ideas in her latest book, Bad Therapy: Why the Kids Aren’t Growing Up. Shrier exposes how the youth mental-health boom is reshaping childhood—smuggling in ideology, fostering conformity, and leaving young people less resilient. Together, they will examine current cultural and psychological trends, the challenges of raising a family and staying true to one’s values in deep-blue California, and what’s at stake when therapy becomes indoctrination. They will also explore how parents, policymakers, and citizens can push back. About the speakers Abigail Shrier is the author of The New York Times bestseller Bad Therapy: Why the Kids Aren’t Growing Up and the national bestseller Irreversible Damage. An award-winning journalist, her forthcoming book, The Plot Against Love, investigates why the rising generation isn’t pairing up. Rob Henderson is the bestselling author of Troubled: A Memoir of Foster Care, Family, and Social Class and originator of the influential concept of “luxury beliefs,” the idea that fashionable views promoted by elites have downstream consequences for lower-income and vulnerable populations. His memoir has been optioned for a scripted feature film. Location to be provided upon approval. 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.

Join us for an exclusive reception during LA Tech Week designed for family office investors and high net worth allocators focused on investing in longevity, healthcare, and space tech driven by artificial intelligence and quantum computing. This private gathering provides a relaxed setting to exchange insights, share deal flow, and build strategic connections. Attendance is limited to ensure a focused, high-value conversation among peers. 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.

Mirage x a16z speedrun are partnering up to throw a VIP Gaming Mixer during LA Tech Week. This event is for executives in the gaming industry who are interested in how AI is going to evolve their role. Expect happy hour, heavy bites, and great networking with gaming execs and AI trailblazers. Mirage is the AI video generation platform for the gaming industry, streamlining video creation and enabling faster testing of performance-driven content with Frontier AI. a16z speedrun is Andreessen Horowitz's program to invest in, and help, new startups. We run a 2x/year program that spans 12 weeks, with dozens of startups working out of a16z’s offices in SF and LA. So far we've invested in over 150 startups with $180M+ in capital deployed. 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.