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The Net[work] Effect - Pickleball @
A different kind of court-side connection.
Join us for a morning of pickleball, fresh coffee, and high-quality conversation between LA builders, creators, and investors who are shaping the future of consumer.
This isn’t a pitch session. It’s a chance for consumer founders, operators, creators, and investors to connect on and off court. Whether you’re raising a round, launching a product, or just want a break from panels and DMs, we’ve got a paddle with your name on it.
Come for good connections. Leave with good friends.
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.
[SF]
[LA]
Vibe-to-Exit = A New Playbook to Engineer $100-300M AI exits in 1-3 years
Most startups don’t fail because of technology - they fail because the founder journey is risky, lonely, and filled with uncertainty.
In this session, Untapped Ventures and Azarian Growth Agency introduce a new model for building AI companies: combining early capital with hands-on growth expertise. You’ll learn how to de-risk your leap into entrepreneurship, validate your market faster, and set up the traction investors and customers look for.
Who it’s for:
- Builders at frontier AI companies considering starting something new
- Founders quietly building in stealth
- Early teams raising their first round
Takeaways:
- How to reduce risk at the riskiest stage of company building
- A playbook for validating faster and landing first customers
- Strategies for scaling with confidence toward $1–5M ARR and a strong Series A
Format:
💻 Virtual (Zoom)
🌍 Open to all registrants
🗓️ 1-hour session + live Q&A
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 the pitch to LA Tech Week! ⚽✨
Join us for a free Street FC game designed for founders, investors, and builders who want to step away from panels and pitches and get moving. Whether you’re lacing up to play or coming to connect, this is a chance to meet sharp minds in tech while keeping the energy high and casual.
Expect:
* A fast-paced, small-sided game (no experience required; just bring your hustle)
* A field full of founders, funders, and operators
* Plenty of room to mingle, swap stories, and build relationships off the field
Come ready to kick it (literally), make new connections, and experience LA Tech Week in a whole new way.
**Spots are limited—sign up now to secure your place.**
(approved signups will receive a game link to reserve your slot in the Street FC app)
Learn more about how to play here: https://streetfc.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.
[SF]
[LA]
Level up the beat
Join us for an electrifying panel discussion exploring the explosive intersection of music and gaming fandoms. Two of the most passionate communities in pop culture.
Discover how artists and game developers are breaking traditional boundaries to create immersive experiences that captivate audiences across both worlds. Our expert panelists will dive deep into the strategies behind building devoted fanbases, from viral TikTok moments to in-game concerts that draw millions of viewers.
What You'll Learn:
How gaming and music fandoms are merging to create unprecedented cultural moments
Proven strategies for growing and engaging hybrid fan communities
The role of social media and streaming platforms in fandom evolution
Case studies of successful music x gaming collaborations
The future of fan engagement in the digital age
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.
Live Different Comedy, Tech Pitch Roast Comedy LLC
[SF]
[LA]
Your Pitch, How to Make it Better
Santa Monica
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Live Different Comedy, Tech Pitch Roast Comedy LLC
Show us your pitch and we’ll tell you how to make it better! One of the regular panelists of our tech pitch roast comedy show will provide feedback on pitches. The best pitches will be considered for the show!
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.
[SF]
[LA]
ASV's Women's Health Happy Hour
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.
⚡ AI in Sports: A Practical Guide to Building AI-Native Sports Applications
We’re bringing together founders, builders, and sports professionals to explore how Artificial Intelligence is shaping the future of sports—from player analytics to fan engagement.
🏟 What to Expect (ZERO to HERO)
Playbooks for Sports AI → Frameworks to go from idea → MVP → scalable product.
Practical Use Cases → How AI is being applied in athlete management, video analysis, scouting, fan engagement, and sports commerce.
Tech Deep Dive → What stacks, models, and APIs actually work in production (computer vision, RAG, AI agents, integrations).
Founder Stories → Real examples of startups using AI to solve sports-specific problems.
💡 Who Should Join
- Sports startup founders & product builders
- Engineers & AI enthusiasts looking to break into sports tech
- Coaches, analysts, and sports professionals curious about AI
- Investors & ecosystem partners exploring opportunities in sports AI
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.
[SF]
[LA]
Pickleball Networking: Investor & Founder Event
Blueberries. invites you to an exclusive networking afternoon for founders and investors, where connections are made on and off the pickleball court.
This isn’t just another panel. We’re combining sport, conversation, and insights to create real opportunities for meaningful connections and fresh ideas.
What’s Planned:
🎾 Private pickleball tournament
🍸 Cocktails & bites
🎤 Dynamic panel on fintech, AI, and fundraising strategies
This is a chance to bond, exchange ideas, and meet leaders shaping the future of fintech.
For questions please contact us at: techweek@blueberries.app
Fee: $14.00 for approved
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.
[SF]
[LA]
Zero-to-1: Founder x Creator Night
A social gathering for consumer founders, creators, and GTM leaders hosted by Stacked.com, Jigsaw (SR005) and Margin (SR005). The night will feature drinks, quick demos, poker, exciting content opportunities alongside networking focused on scaling consumer products. Guests include current/exited founders, a16z/YC alumni, growth operators, and notable creators. The theme is growth in 2025: PMF, distribution, virality, and brand in an AI-native era.
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
[SF]
[LA]
The Business of Gaming - CSUN Entrepreneurship Speaker Series
Cap off LA Tech Week with an exclusive look into the final frontier. Join the General Galactic team, Silicon Valley Bank, and some special guests for an evening of great conversations, connections, and drinks as we bring together founders and innovators driving the future of the space industry.
We'll have a panel of distinguished space industry veterans, and new startups expanding the realm of the possible.
Panelists:
- Sirisha Bandla | Virgin Galactic Astronaut & former VP of Gov't Affairs
- Will Heltsley | former VP of Propulsion at SpaceX
- Vince Werner | Director of Stage Engineering at Relativity & 14-year SpaceX engineer
Light refreshments will be 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
Google, AI LAX Summit, AI LA
[SF]
[LA]
AI LAX Summit - Culture meets AI
Venice Beach
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Google, AI LAX Summit, AI LA
Join us with over 200 LA's top founders, investors, and AI experts for an afternoon of substance and connection at Google's iconic Playa Vista office (aka; Google Spruce Goose). If you're building, investing in, or curious about the future of AI in LA, you need to be here.
⚠️ Please bring your government official ID. All guests must be signed up, approved, and pre-registered to enter the Google office and participate the event.
Here's the plan:
🧠 Get Smart: Hear about the latest AI trends.
🤖 See it Live: Watch demos of AI Agents in action.
🤝 Connect: Mingle on a beautiful patio with sunset. Good ideas and good company guaranteed.
3:00-3:30 PM Check-in ✅ - Don't forget your ID!
3:30-5:30 PM Panel Sessions 🎤
5:30-6:30 PM Sunset Networking 🍹
Panel Sessions Speakers & Details:
💡 Panel 1: The Future of AI Innovation
Moderator: Emi Wayner – AI LAX Summit
Speakers:
Brandon Hoffman – Sunset Ventures
Omari Sealey – Recruiter, OpenAI
Eric Eide – Managing Director, SoCal Innovation Alliance
Todd Terrazas – Founder, AI LA
Seven Cohen – Innovation & GTM Strategy, Capital Group
🤖 Panel 2: Building the Next AI Frontier
Moderator: Yasmin Abdi – AI LAX Summit
Speakers:
Ade Adesanya – CleanCut
Othmane Rifki – Meta AI
Taylor Shead – Stemuli AI
Kabir Gill – GTM Partnerships, ElevenLabs
Philo Juang – AI Engineer, DeepMind
☁️ Panel 3: Scaling AI and Cloud Strategies
Moderator: Sarah Asmaro – AI LAX Summit
Speakers:
Giacomo Santucci – Director, Google Cloud Consulting
Dion Ridley – Netflix Talent Engineering
Manny Ojobaro – Cloud Strategic Pursuits
Dmitry Shapiro – mindstudio AI
Matt Terrell – Director, Agentic AI Box
🌍 Panel 4: Global Innovation Roundtable
Moderator: Grace Park, CEO, Nuleep
Special Guests:
🇮🇹 Italy – Italian Trade Agency
🇱🇹 Lithuania – Consulate of the Republic of Lithuania in Los Angeles
🇪🇸 Spain – Consulate of Spain, Los Angeles
🇺🇸 United States – U.S. Embassy
For sponsorships and press, contact us at info@ailaxsummit.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. Learn more about AI LAX Summit at http://AILAXSummit.com.
[SF]
[LA]
The Longevity Advantage: How Top Founders Use Performance Medicine To Outlast
Join us for a curated rooftop salon at sunset in West LA, bringing together a hand-selected group of founders, executives, and investors who are scaling big while protecting their most valuable assets: health and time.
Hosted and moderated by:
Dr. Pooja Gidwani, MD, MBA — Concierge Longevity Physician
Guest Speakers:
• Dr. Sahil Chopra — Co-Founder & CEO, Empower Sleep
• Syon Dhana — Wealth Management, Moment Partners
• Maya Christine Samuel — Longevity Practitioner
What to Expect:
• Fireside conversation + interactive Q&A
• Networking with a curated peer group of founders, VCs, and execs
• Longevity-inspired mocktails & performance-friendly bites
• Optional wellness shots (NAD+, glutathione)
• Sunset rooftop vibes + wellness-focused gift bags
Presenting Sponsors:
Heal Los Angeles
Renue by Science
Empower Sleep
Silver Sponsor:
Moment Partners
Bronze Sponsor:
LabMarket
Please Note:
This is a curated salon. Space is intentionally limited to preserve the experience. RSVPs will be reviewed, and final confirmations with the event address will be sent to selected guests.
More at: www.poojagidwanimd.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.
Supply Change Capital, FTW Ventures
[SF]
[LA]
From Gut Feelings to Data Points: How Tech is Eating the Nutrition Industry
West Hollywood
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Supply Change Capital, FTW Ventures
We've gone from counting calories on napkins to AI-powered meal optimization. But between the wellness influencers promising miracle cures and the supplement industry's wild west claims, how do we actually use technology to separate nutritional science from snake oil?
This panel brings together the rebels building the infrastructure for evidence-based and hyper-personalized nutrition—from democratizing clinical research to funding the next generation of food tech innovations.
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.
Immersive Impact, Marketing with Mari
[SF]
[LA]
Return to Vision: A Female Founder's Reset for Clarity, Leadership & Growth
Mid City
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Immersive Impact, Marketing with Mari
Somewhere along the way, you forgot why you started.
The freedom. The purpose. The spark.
This workshop is your reset.
Through breathwork, reflection, and strategic clarity, we’ll help you reconnect to your why, realign with your vision, and start building a business that supports your life — not the other way around.
Led by Mari Milenkovic (Marketing Strategist for Female Founders) and the Immersive Impact team, this experience is for women who are ready to grow with intention.
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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