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AI and Advertising: Don't get in trouble
Tickets must be purchased here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ai-and-advertising-dont-get-in-trouble-with-robert-freund-latechweek-tickets-1670515810759?aff=oddtdtcreator
Join Social Media Club LA for a tactical session with advertising & e-commerce attorney Rob Freund on how to move fast without getting in trouble. We’ll translate the latest expectations regarding AI in marketing, including how using AI impacts UGC, customer reviews, claims substantiation, and IP concerns.
Who it’s for
Founders, product/legal ops, creators, or growth marketers, who need to know the latest on AI and advertising.
What you'll get
Practical checklists, discussion around contract/brief clauses for creator work, and a rapid-fire Q&A to pressure-test real scenarios you bring from your work.
Light breakfast items will be provided.
Format
45-minute talk + audience Q&A + networking.
About Robert Freund
Rob Freund is an advertising and e-commerce attorney who helps companies that make money online keep it. He focuses his practice on marketing and e-commerce compliance and related litigation, advising brands, agencies, and influencers on the risks of advertising online and on strategies for compliant campaigns that still convert. Rob has lectured about advertising law at the University of Southern California, the University of San Diego, and the University of Tennessee, and his commentary has appeared in The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, and The Washington Post.
About Mandy Hoskinson
Mandy Hoskinson is a marketing agency founder, community leader, and public speaker. Her award-winning agency, Zolay (@zolaystudio) works with clients spanning B2B, B2C, SAAS, government and creative industries. Mandy is also the President of the Social Media Club of Los Angeles and Vice President of the Social Media Club Global. You can find her most digital places as @mediamandy.
Location
City Club LA 555 Flower St, 51st Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90071
Parking is $8 on-site with validation. See image below for directions.
RSVP
In addition to your ticket on Eventbrite, Tech Week requires that all attendees also request access via Partiful here —capacity is limited and RSVPs are screened to keep the room focused.
Dress code
From our venue: "Dress code at City Club LA is business casual. Attire can certainly elevate or diminish the experience of others. We consider hats, tank tops, flip flops, shorts and team athletic attire too casual for City Club LA. Our staff takes pride in their appearance, so we ask our members and their guests to respect our dress code at all times."
Note: This session is for general education only and does not constitute legal advice.
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
Marketing with Mari, Dreamers & Doers
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Female Founder Speed Connections: LIVE
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Marketing with Mari, Dreamers & Doers
Meet female founders for the “most energizing way to network.”
This is a casual format where you’ll connect with at least 5+ extraordinary women founders—either 1x1 or in small, intimate groups—for meaningful conversations.
Think: less stiff small talk, more “wow, we just became friends in 10 minutes.”
💫 Your host: Mari Milenkovic is a powerhouse connector, Dreamers & Doers member, and the founder of With Mari, a marketing consultancy that helps brands stand out with heart and strategy. She’s known for hosting gatherings that leave people feeling inspired, seen, and ready to take action.
🤝This event is created in partnership with Dreamers & Doers, a curated community and PR Hype Machine™ designed to amplify extraordinary women entrepreneurs and leaders.
This format is a D&D classic, typically hosted online, but Mari is bringing it IRL for LA Tech Week!
💌 Here’s what other founders have said about past Speed Connections:
“Holy cow, that was the best ‘networking’ I’ve ever done!”
“This was amazing! I needed this so much.”
“So, so much fun. What a great mood enhancer.”
🌟 What might happen for you at this special event? We’ve seen attendees walk away with:
A new client or customer (sometimes the dream client)
Their next business partner or team member
An unexpected collaboration that changes everything
An introduction to someone who can open a big door
A friendship that becomes the highlight of their founder journey
…and countless “we should totally work together” moments ✨
📆 How it works:
Through a facilitated experience (starting promptly at 6:30pm), Mari will personally match you with fellow attendees and gift you thoughtful conversation starters—like “What’s a dream or idea you haven’t spoken out loud yet?”—to get the magic flowing.
🎟This is an intentionally curated gathering
Between friends of Mari, Dreamers & Doers, and LA Tech Week, it will be an exceptional crew of women.
❗To ensure we get an accurate count for the space, please RSVP only if you’re certain you’ll be able to attend.
If you’re a Dreamers & Doers member, your $29 ticket fee is covered at no cost to you.
Come with an open heart, a curious mind, and get ready for magic!
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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The New Capital Stack: Smarter Funding Beyond VC
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.
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Tri Yoga Flow for Tech People
Tri Yoga Flow for Tech People
Led by a certified TriYoga teacher with 22 years of teaching experience & startup leader with 100+ startups portfolio. Boost focus & energy!
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.
Pixsee, Seen Entertainment
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The Future of Content Creator Markets
Santa Monica
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Pixsee, Seen Entertainment
A panel discussion with the founders of Pixsee, a blockchain-based, be-your-own-box-office streaming platform, Big Visions Pictures, the world's first crypto-funded studio, and Seen Entertainment, in conversation about the future of content creation with special guest, Larry Namer.
Panelists include:
Tom Ross, CEO of Pixsee
Richie Walls, Co-Founder of Seen Entertainment
Ivy Sunderji, Pixsee
Big Vision Pictures
Larry Namer, Founder of E! and Chairman of LJN Media
Moderated by Taylor Ferber
Hosted by Mark Stevens
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.
Exo AI, Build and Cactus Talent
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Africa Ecosystem Breakfast
Venice
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Exo AI, Build and Cactus Talent
Special African breakfast cooked by a Ghanaian chef. This is for those interested in investing in Africa, outsourcing to Africa, the creative scene, or marketing to the dynamic African ecosystem. Eat, chat, make connections! Sponsored by Exo AI (myexo.ai/), your personal AI that speaks money fluently, and Agency Accra (agencyaccra.com) – global design and technology to bring your product to 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.
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Salsa Tech Mixer & Social
Tech Meets Tempo: Salsa Night Networking
Break away from the usual networking scene and dive into an evening full of rhythm, connection, and fun.
Join us on Friday, October 17, from 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM for a unique night where tech meets salsa. We’re bringing innovators, entrepreneurs, and creatives together on the dance floor to connect in a whole new way.
What’s Happening:
- 7:00 – 8:00 PM | Salsa Class (No experience or partner needed — just show up and have fun!)
- 8:00 – 10:00 PM | Social dancing + networking, with plenty of space to mingle and spark conversations off the dance floor.
Expect great music, high energy, and a refreshing take on networking that blends movement, community, and connection.
✨ Tech meets tempo. Networking has never felt this good.
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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Future of Robotics, Semiconductors & Precision Engineering
Hosted by H*QUOTIENT & Orrick
From autonomous systems to advanced chips and the infrastructures that bind them, this panel explores how robotics, semiconductors, and precision engineering are shaping the next era of deep tech. Hear from founders, researchers, and operators at the cutting edge as they unpack the technical breakthroughs, industrial shifts, and new opportunities defining the future of hardware.
H*QUOTIENT is a (student-founded!) new-age deep tech community with 3,000+ engineers, scientists, founders, investors, and students across 55+ countries. We aim to empower the next generation of founders in IP-intensive industries, connect over niche STEM-adjacent events, and make deep tech sexy again.
Join our community here: https://tally.so/r/nWjGMe and tell us how we can help you! https://linktr.ee/hquotient
Orrick is a tech-focused law firm passionate about helping entrepreneurs, innovators and investors push boundaries. Through its extensive client portfolio, deal volume, and relationships in the ecosystem, Orrick provides commercial insight to each client’s strategy. From financing to protecting IP to retaining talent to advocating for innovation-friendly public policy, Orrick offers a holistic solution across the tech & venture lifecycle. Please reach out to Andy Bloom (abloom@orrick.com) if you're a founder or investor or want to learn more!
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.
By registering for this event, you consent to be photographed and receive email updates from the hosts and be added to the H*QUOTIENT newsletter mailing list. Photographs may be used for marketing and media purposes without compensation.
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Video AI in Media & Entertainment Happy Hour
Join Bluemoon AI as we bring together the people shaping the future of media and entertainment. Whether you come from legacy Hollywood or AI, this is a chance to connect, share ideas, and explore how technology is transforming creative workflows.
Come meet founders, investors, and creatives building at the intersection of storytelling and technology. Drinks (wine, beer, soda, juice) and light snacks 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
About the host: Bluemoon AI is building the operating system for creative workflows in M&E and advertising, eliminating the tradeoff between gen AI and legacy software.
Check us out at bluemoonai.com
American South Asian Network
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Pritam: A Musical Legend - Live in Concert
Santa Monica
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American South Asian Network
Join us for a spectacular evening with Pritam, the legendary National Award-winning Bollywood music director whose career spans over two decades and includes music for 200+ films. Backed by a powerhouse ensemble of nine renowned singers and a live band, this is more than a concert — it's an unforgettable celebration of music, culture, and community, all for a meaningful cause.
✨ Want to attend as part of an ASAN group?
RSVP here and let us know your preferred price range.
We have tickets from $505 to $94, with group seating options we’re actively exploring. This helps us coordinate seating and potentially secure discounts or upgrades.
🎟️ Ticket Tiers: $505, $500, $305, $204, $164, $144, $94.
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 Next Wave: An AI Music Experience
The future doesn’t just arrive — it drops. During San Francisco Tech Week, The Next Wave transforms the night into a glimpse of tomorrow: AI DJs, generative visuals, and a venue reimagined as the world ahead.
Expect the city’s top founders, investors, and creators on the dance floor. This is where technology becomes culture — and where the future comes to party.
By Wollen Labs - Turning companies AI Native
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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Tennis, Chai, and AI
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Wellness x AI: Geek Chic Social Gala
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.
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Immersive Entertainment Summit
Join LA's top innovators, investors, and creators at Creator Space LA for the Immersive Entertainment Summit, a premier LA Tech Week event. Hosted at Creator Space LA, this exclusive evening explores the convergence of Generative AI Video, Mixed Reality (XR, VR, AR), and Virtual Production.
Presented by:
Hollo AI | Hollo.ai
Syndicate | www.joinsyndicate.co
Hustle Fund | www.hustlefund.vc
Get an exclusive tour of Creator Space LA’s Volumetric Spatial Studios and experience groundbreaking AI-generated films, witness live demos of immersive technologies, and connect with the pioneers shaping the future of entertainment and digital interaction.
This event is a unique opportunity to network with industry leaders, discover disruptive startups, and gain insights from expert panels. Enjoy an open bar, catered food, and engaging conversations.
Please note: Free tickets are limited.
To ensure a curated audience of professionals, all prospective attendees will participate in a brief interview with our AI Event Host for qualification and approval.
Presented by:
Hollo AI | Hollo.ai
Syndicate | www.joinsyndicate.co
Hustle Fund | www.hustlefund.vc
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.
HEALTHCARE *by design*, Axle Health
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Building NextGen Healthcare
Santa Monica
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HEALTHCARE *by design*, Axle Health
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.
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