LAVA (LA Venture Association)
[SF]
[LA]
LAVA CPG Expo powered by Nuleep
Venice
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LAVA (LA Venture Association)
From Global to Los Angeles… “Global Golden: K-pop & Beauty Hunters vs. US Tech Demons” is a limited-time pop-up event that unites the high-energy world of K-pop, the innovation of K-brands and K-tech, and the power of U.S. tech and lifestyle icons into one immersive experience. Taking place right after the Celebrity Breakfast by LAVA, try out the latest products and technologies from the world with influencers, investors, and buyers. #AI #Beauty #Foodtech #Influencers.
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.
Northwood Space, Anduril Industries, Impulse Space, Astranis
[SF]
[LA]
The Future of Space & Security Panel
Torrance
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Northwood Space, Anduril Industries, Impulse Space, Astranis
Join Bloomberg’s Ed Ludlow for an exclusive conversation with leaders shaping the future of the space economy on Friday, October 17 at 9 am at Northwood Space's HQ in Torrance, CA.
Hear from:
• Bridgit Mendler — CEO & Co-Founder, Northwood Space
• Adam Thurn — Chief Engineer - Space Systems, Anduril Industries
• Eric Romo — President & COO, Impulse Space
• John Gedmark — CEO & Co-Founder, Astranis
Together, these companies will discuss the rapidly shifting landscape and how they are advancing capabilities to address the most critical challenges in national security and the broader space economy.
Stick around afterward for some light bites and the opportunity to connect with our panelists and other attendees.
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.
BTS, Michigan Growth Office, You Can in Michigan
[SF]
[LA]
Bridging The Spaces LA - a Founder's Dinner with BTS
DTLA
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BTS, Michigan Growth Office, You Can in Michigan
Bridging the Spaces: Los Angeles Dinner
An Intimate Evening of Creativity, Connection, and Collective Imagination
The Bridging the Spaces: Los Angeles Dinner is an intimate evening of creativity and connection that brings together founders, artists, technologists, and builders who are shaping what’s next. As the world shifts and tools evolve, we find ourselves in a moment where the power to design the future is truly in our hands. Set against Los Angeles’ rich legacy of innovation and culture, this gathering goes beyond dinner—it’s a catalyst for conversation at the intersections of creativity, business, and technology. As BTS continues its mission to make it easier to build, start, and create in Michigan and beyond, we’re bringing that same spirit to LA, exploring what’s possible when we bridge ideas, industries, and people to shape a more inclusive and thriving future.
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.
JPMorgan, Calibrate Ventures, SOE
[SF]
[LA]
DeepTech Decompress
El Segundo
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JPMorgan, Calibrate Ventures, SOE
Cerebral Valley, Unicorner
[SF]
[LA]
THE FRONTIER (Afterparty)
West Hollywood
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Cerebral Valley, Unicorner
WELCOME TO THE FRONTIER.
The time for work is over. The time for play is here 🍸
Join CV & friends for our private LATW afterparty - set in an iconic 1920s supper club beneath the hills of Los Angeles.
Dress code is COCKTAIL CHIC - a.k.a, dress to impress. This will be strictly enforced at the door as per h.wood rules.
RSVP early & spread the word. All +1s must register and be approved by CV & friends.
A huge thank you to our co-hosts & partners:
Cerebral Valley - The world's leading AI ecosystem. cv.inc/about + @cerebralvalley
Nebius - The ultimate cloud for AI innovators. nebius.com
Bolt - Create stunning apps & websites by chatting with AI. bolt.new
Unicorner - A hot startup in your inbox, every Monday morning. unicorner.news
S1-O.N. - Adding value to eclectic thinkers and entrepreneurs. s1on.com
Tech[Space] — curating high-impact IRL experiences in tech. app.getpinpoint.io/techspace
Flite - enabling creators to bring their audience offline and monetize without any friction.
Note: This is a private 21+ event. IDs will be checked at the door.
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.
Entrepreneurship Launchpad
[SF]
[LA]
Tech Entrepreneurs TNG
Pasadena
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Entrepreneurship Launchpad
With technology advancing faster than ever, we believe the next generation will be the ones to make the biggest impact in the world.
At Tech Entrepreneurs TNG, you’ll learn what it takes to become a tech entrepreneur—from the skills to focus on now, to the mindset that will help you create lasting, positive impact in the world.
Jeff Su, a visionary software architect and entrepreneur who has built tech from small startups to major companies from the ground up, will share his journey and insights. Following his talk, you’ll dive into a fun, hands-on workshop designed to spark your creativity and entrepreneurial thinking. There will be Amazon gift card prizes in multiple categories, so bring your friends, learn & create together, and win some money!
NO coding experience is required—this workshop is designed to start you on your journey regardless of your background. Open to all high schoolers and audacious middle schoolers.
Intersections LA, NodeCRM
[SF]
[LA]
Coworking @ Intersections LA
Culver City
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Intersections LA, NodeCRM
🚀 LA Tech Week Coworking Special 🚀
Get focused, connected, and inspired at Intersections LA with our special promotion—it's only $15/day or $50/week to join a community of innovators! Whether you’re coding, pitching, or networking, our space gives you fast Wi-Fi, good coffee, and better amenities.
We will text you a personalized door code upon confirmation of payment (within 24 hours). Pay at - https://venmo.com/IntersectionsLA
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, I acknowledge that my likeness may be used in promotional materials by Intersections LA.
[SF]
[LA]
Delphi x D.E. Shaw Ventures Running & Coffee
Investors, founders, and tech enthusiasts:
Join us in kicking off Tech Week on October 13th!
Delphi will be hosting a run, starting at Dogtown Coffee (2003 Main St, Santa Monica, CA 90405) at 7:30 AM. We’ll run up the Marvin Braude Bike Trail before returning to Dogtown for a coffee and networking session sponsored by D. E. Shaw Ventures.
Feel free to join us for the run, networking session, or both! (For non-runners, we anticipate returning to the café around 8:15 AM.)
Please feel free to invite any friends in the investment/tech community who may be interested!
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Delphi lets you create a digital version of your mind that speaks, sounds, and thinks like you. An always-on, interactive profile that answers questions, qualifies inbound, & routes opportunities via text, voice, or video, across any language & time zone.
D. E. Shaw Ventures is the D. E. Shaw group's venture and growth equity investing group supporting companies in the post-seed or growth equity stages of their life cycles.
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]
Stealth AI Founder Exclusive Dinner
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.
[SF]
[LA]
Build Your Tech Career in the Age of AI
❓ Are you a Software QA, Developer, DevOps, Product Manager, or other professional wondering how to stay relevant in the age of AI?
Join us for an exclusive #LATechWeek event designed for innovators, career changers, and tech enthusiasts who want to thrive in the new era of artificial intelligence.
This event brings together industry leaders, startup founders, and rising professionals to discuss:
• How AI is transforming the job market
• The most in-demand tech skills of today and tomorrow
• Practical steps to future-proof your career
• Networking opportunities with like-minded professionals and hiring managers
🎙️ Hosts
Sergii Khromchenko — Founder of Codemify | Senior Engineering Manager (SDET)
Aly Owens — Founder of UpSkillPM | Product Manager @ Microsoft
Valerie Kozak — QA Automation Engineer & Tech Educator
💡 What to Expect
• Dynamic discussions with engineers, product managers, and tech leaders on building and growing your career in the AI era.
• Real stories and strategies from founders and professionals who transitioned into tech or advanced through automation and AI.
• Networking mixer with QA engineers, PMs, software developers, and other tech professionals.
• The immersive energy of LA Tech Week — hosted in the heart of Los Angeles.
• Pizza, cold drinks, and high-quality networking.
This event is part of #LATechWeek — a week of gatherings hosted by leading VCs, startups, and innovators connecting the LA tech ecosystem.
Learn more at www.tech-week.com.
Deskree, Arthur AI, Grafana Labs, Runware
[SF]
[LA]
The Future of Developer Experience
Santa Monica
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Deskree, Arthur AI, Grafana Labs, Runware
After the overflowing audiences in NY Tech Week, Toronto, and SF Tech Week, the Future of Developer Experience series is heading to LA. This isn’t just another meetup. It’s part of a growing movement where engineers, founders, and toolmakers come together to define what’s next for dev workflows.
Join Deskree, Arthur AI and Runware for an evening of dev tools, drinks, and meaningful conversations. This event is all about exploring where developer workflows are headed and getting a firsthand look at the tools shaping what’s next in the dev world.
Expect live demos, real conversations, and plenty of good food and drinks.
Agenda:
5:00-6:00 PM: Arrivals + Food & Drinks
6:00-7:00 PM: Live Demos
7:00-8:00 PM: Continued Networking
Come by, meet other engineers and technical founders, and talk shop in a laid-back setting!
MEET THE HOSTS
✨About Arthur✨
Arthur is the leading AI performance company, empowering organizations to monitor, measure, and improve machine learning and generative AI models at scale.
✨About Deskree✨
Deskree provides the context LLMs need to reason about your system.
✨About Runware✨
Runware is the fastest, lowest-cost generative media API, enabling developers to create and edit images and video at scale, no hardware or ML expertise required.
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.
Outlandish, TikTok, The Dodo Group, FHI Heat, Wyze, Back in the Box
[SF]
[LA]
Unlocking the Future of Social Commerce
Santa Monica
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Outlandish, TikTok, The Dodo Group, FHI Heat, Wyze, Back in the Box
[SF]
[LA]
The Future of Creator Finance: Instant Payments, Enterprise Scale
Catalyst Bay, Empat, Techstars
[SF]
[LA]
Techstars Startup Weekend: Consumer x AI
Santa Monica
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Catalyst Bay, Empat, Techstars
From personalized learning to AI-generated content, the next wave of consumer tech is here — and it’s powered by AI.
Join us for a fast-paced evening of startup demos, real founder stories, and early access to products shaping how people live, learn, create, and connect. Whether you’re building, investing, or just curious — this is the room for Consumer AI.
🎙️ Special Guest: Ravi Mehta (ex-CPO Tinder, Reforge, Facebook)
linkedin.com/in/ravimehta/
We’ll host a fireside chat with Ravi on building products people love in the age of AI — from consumer psychology to product strategy frameworks that scale.
Whether you’re building, investing, or just curious — this is the room for Consumer AI.
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Co-hosts and Partners
DigitalOcean
DigitalOcean simplifies cloud computing so businesses can spend more time creating software that changes the world. With its mission-critical infrastructure and fully managed offerings, DigitalOcean helps developers at startups and growing digital businesses rapidly build, deploy and scale. DigitalOcean combines the power of simplicity, security, community and customer support so customers can spend less time managing their infrastructure and more time building innovative applications that drive business growth.
Hatch
Hatch, DigitalOcean’s global program for startups, is committed to helping startups by providing infrastructure credits and discounts, free access to premium support, a welcoming community of builders, and so much more so founders can focus on what’s important—building technology that changes the world.
https://www.digitalocean.com/hatch
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What to Expect
🚀 Live demos from 10 handpicked startups
🎤 Founder spotlights + Q&A
🤝 Networking with builders, investors & creators
🍸 Drinks & good people
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💡 Apply to Pitch
We’re selecting 10 consumer AI startups that are early-stage but already live, loved, or scaling.
Ideal teams are:
- Seed+
- $500K+ raised or $100K+ ARR
– Already delivering real value to users
Apply to Pitch → https://whk06pk37nm.typeform.com/to/oFLmWVsE
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See what’s next in AI — and who’s building it.
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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Legal Disclaimer
By registering for this event, you agree to release Techstars Startup Weekend SF and Catalyst Bay from any liability related to your participation. You also consent to photography and video recording during the event, with the resulting media potentially used for marketing and promotional purposes.
By registering, you agree to be added to the Techstars Startup Weekend SF and Catalyst Bay newsletters for updates on future events and community news. You may unsubscribe at any time.
[SF]
[LA]
Surf Parks & Wave Pools: From Doja Cat to Mark Zuckerberg
BE ON TIME.
https://share.google/nj5BYGT4ZuG3dFcf4
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Presented by Day One Surf and Surflytics:
An inside look at the surf park and wave pool industry.
1. Why are people pouring billions of dollars into wave pools?
2. Why did Doja Cat and Mark Zuckerberg get on board?
3. How are surf parks redefining wellness, the experience economy, and real estate?
Currently growing 80% year over year with over $1B invested last year alone, the surf park sector is poised to reshape how people experience surfing, wellness, and leisure.
By the end of this event you will understand:
- the financial state of the global surf park market
- technologies powering the wave pools and operations
- what's missing from the industry & how you can fill the gaps
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Val S. K., founder of Surflytics, will share primary research across the global surf park industry including concrete data and detailed insights from behind the scenes interviews with surf park executives from her forthcoming book Surf Parks & Wave Pools Around the World.
(Use code LATECHWEEK for 30% off)
A former software engineer, Val built and maintains Surf Park DB--the world's most comprehensive public database on surf parks covering technology trends, market growth, real estate models, and the new category of recreation-driven developments.
Update: No lunch provided as venue does not allow outside food.
Ideal for founders, investors, developers, and anyone curious about where surf, tech, and real estate intersect.
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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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