NEW MOON Impact Productions
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[LA]
Getty Center Guided Tour & (Optional) Photography Scavenger Hunt
Santa Monica
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NEW MOON Impact Productions
Getty Center Tour & Photography Scavenger Hunt with NEW MOON Impact Productions. Learn about art and its impact on history alongside NEW MOON's impact fellows and leaders in creative activism. Discussion points include:
- Sculpting better pathways in arts education
- Future career paths in arts & their basis in technologies
- The cross section between art and activism
- Opportunities/risks associated with IP registration platforms
- Equity through digitization
Photographers from NEW MOON's fellowship program will also be present and offering free personal photography & micro video recordings. Ticket cost includes a picnic lunch.
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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Investor Poker Night
Join us for an evening in West Hollywood at Petit Ermitage for a poker night with fellow GPs, LPs, and family offices. Hosted by Arcadian Capital and Stillcore Capital.
Open Bar
Arrival at 7:00pm
Poker to begin promptly at 7:30pm
Note: Poker participation is optional - all welcome. $100 buy-in
All guests must register in advance. Due to venue constraints, only accepted registrants will be admitted, and unfortunately walk-ins cannot be accommodated.
More about the Hosts:
Arcadian:
Arcadian Capital is a VC fund investing in companies that shape evolving markets and benefit future generations. We leverage Arcadian’s platform to identify sustainable market trends and gain unique insights across industries.
Arcadian investors gain access to our curated pipeline of high-conviction opportunities across venture-backed and emerging sectors through our thematic fund strategies and co-investment vehicles (SPVs). Our ability to uncover opportunities is tied directly to our unparalleled network of relationships, cultivated over decades. Every investment reflects our commitment to aligning capital and conviction to create long-term value.
Stillcore:
Stillcore Capital the first US-based fund structured as an open-end, evergreen, 506(c) hedge fund, actively participating in the Bittensor network. Our fund acquires and stakes TAO tokens, and opportunistically backs emerging decentralized AI startups via subnets. By aligning technical and financial resources, Stillcore Capital directly supports the expansion and integrity of decentralized AI infrastructure.
More about the Sponsors:
Reitler:
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 exit transactions. Reitler is consistently ranked as 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.
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.
VAIN, No Pressure Networking
[SF]
[LA]
Consumer Investor Dinner
Malibu
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VAIN, No Pressure Networking
Skip the panels and pitch decks — this dinner is about real talk and real connections. Hosted by No Pressure Networking and VAIN, we’re gathering consumer tech investors and operators who are actually shaping what’s next in the space. Expect bold ideas, sharp conversations, and a table full of people you’ll actually want to follow up with.
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.
Innovate Pasadena, Pasadena SBDC, City of Pasadena
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[LA]
Deep Tech & Space Tech Entrepreneurial Workshop
Pasadena
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Innovate Pasadena, Pasadena SBDC, City of Pasadena
Do you have a groundbreaking deep tech idea, but need guidance to turn it into a successful business?
Or have you always wanted to work with others to build a tech startup?
Or are you just interested in meeting other super-smart people in the Pasadena area who are in the deep tech or space industries?
If any of those are true, then you will want to join us for an LA Tech Week event here in Pasadena at Livery Studio on Friday,
October 17 th at 11:30am. Great info, people and food.
What to Expect:
Resources: Discover resources and mentors ready to help you navigate technical and financial challenges.
Panel Discussion: Hear from local, deep tech entrepreneurs who are living the difficult dream of running science-based startups. Founders from Pinc Technologies, Honeybee Robotics, Motiv Space Systems and Scaled Science Partners will share stories of their startup journey(and how they literally sent stuff to Mars!). Discussion will be moderated by Entrepreneur in Residence at Caltech, Arman Barnardi.
Networking: Connect with like-minded individuals and industry leaders. Build a network of support, collaborators, and potential partners who share your passion for deep tech.
Who Should Attend:
• Entrepreneurs with a space or other deep tech idea ready to take the next step
• Innovators looking for new opportunities in tech.
• Researchers and developers seeking commercialization opportunities
• Anyone passionate about advancing deep tech innovation
Why Attend:
This event is a chance to gain invaluable insights and build meaningful connections. Whether you’re just shaping an idea, ready to scale, or simply curious about Pasadena’s thriving tech ecosystem, you’ll find the guidance and support to help you move forward.
This event is hosted by Innovate Pasadena, the City of Pasadena, and Pasadena SBDC.
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
By registering, you consent to photography and video recording at the event and to the use of these materials by the organizers for promotional purposes. If you prefer not to be recorded, please inform event staff.
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[LA]
Legendary Ventures (Venture Hour)
[SF]
[LA]
Secured & Stirred Socket Happy Hour
We’re excited to welcome Engineering and Security leaders to an evening of networking and connection during LA Tech Week. Join us on Tuesday, October 14th, for a relaxed happy hour featuring craft cocktails, appetizers, and great conversation with like-minded peers. We’d be honored to have you with us!
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.
Culture // in // Stacks, Motion Creative
[SF]
[LA]
Future Tech Salon Day: Women in Tech Panels & Mixer Event
Hollywood
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Culture // in // Stacks, Motion Creative
Join us at The Aster, a private member's club in Hollywood, for a half-day Future Tech Salon championing the intersection of innovation and community as we feature women leaders in tech across wellness, entertainment, branding, AI, and venture capital. Allies welcome.
Schedule
2:00–6:00pm | Panels
Wellness & Tech: exploring health, longevity, and human potential
Entertainment Futures: storytelling, gaming, and immersive media
Branding & AI: how creators and companies harness new tools
Venture Capital in the Next Wave: funding the future of innovation
6:00–7:00pm | Mixer & Networking
Meet founders, investors, and creators in an open mixer designed to spark meaningful collaborations.
Featured Speakers:
WELLNESS & TECH PANEL
Natalise Kalea Robinson, CEO of Parallel Health: Leader in future-tech wellness innovation
K Rocco Shields, Founder/CEO of Genius Brands: AI & Immersive Therapy Programming Creator
Amanda Goolsby, Founder of Synergy Wellness Holdings: Wellness Brand & Wellness Tech Advisor
Talia Boone, Founder/CEO of Postal Petals: Social Entrepreneur
ENTERTAINMENT PANEL
Jess Furman, Co-Founder/CTO of Kre8tive Group: Trailblazer in Blockchain & AI-powered entertainment
SOZI, Music artist & Brand Ambassador for FYI Platform: Music artist & Brand Ambassador for FYI Platform
Kiko "KZ" Zang, Co-Founder/CEO of CHOMP: Web3 Market-Based Social Media Platform
Tingting Lyu, Director & Producer: Vertical Format Content Director
BRANDING (BLOCKCHAIN & AI)
Yuying Chen-Wynn, Strategic AI at CohnReznick: Deep Tech Expert
Chewy Jang, Chief of Staff at Spaceport: Brand Licensing for Web3
Laurisha Cotton, Founder of CryptoFilma: Ghost Writer for Tech & Entertainment Execs
Bella Graham, Fractional Head of Marketing for Germ Network: Brand Strategy for Emerging Tech
FEATURED PERFORMER:
Havilah Malone - Best Selling Author & Spoken Word Artist
FEATURED PANEL MODERATOR:
Ncheta Dasilva, Founder of Zola Eve: Angel Investor & Entrepreneur
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Optional: Tax-free donations via our fiscal sponsor, Motion Creative a 501(c)3 to support ongoing community programming are appreciated: Paypal Donations to: motioncreativeorg@gmail.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.
Crosscourt, Silicon Valley Bank
[SF]
[LA]
The Crossover | Presented by Crosscourt + Silicon Valley Bank
Arts District
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Crosscourt, Silicon Valley Bank
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.
Gritty In Pink, Stella Foundation
[SF]
[LA]
InvestHer Roundtables
Beverly Hills
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Gritty In Pink, Stella Foundation
LA! Join Gritty In Pink and the Stella Foundation, as we bring together female investors/VC leaders, founders from all backgrounds, and the tech community - for a roundtable discussion, food, refreshments, professional headshots, and more! Investors and VC leaders from various backgrounds, from early to growth/late stages, will speak on various topics.
Event will open with a Wellness Moment led by Transformational Coach Michelle Valenzuela Wolf + special guest performance!
Speaker Lineup:
Jesse Draper, Founding Partner of Halogen Ventures
Stephanie Granato, Managing Director of Capitalaxōn.
Barbara Clarke, Founder & Chair of The Impact Seat Foundation
Fredel Romano, New Ventures Investor @ Live Nation
La Keisha Landrum Pierre, Co-Founder & General Partner of Emmeline Ventures
B. Pagels-Minor, Founder & General Partner of DVRGNT Ventures
Silvia Mah, Managing Partner of Stella Impact Capital
Hosted by Shira Yevin, CEO & Founder of Gritty In Pink
Speaker Topics: How to break into investing/VC, Strategic venture investments, new and innovative paths into technology and investing, Female founders & VCs building an inclusive startup ecosystem, From Idea to Impact: Telling Stories That Show Traction and Potential, AI, DEI, and the Backlash: Navigating the Crossroads of Tech and Equity, and Funding the Future: Why Early Investment in Women and Diverse Founders Matters Now.
Guests will be welcomed with MadHippie gift bags at entry, plus enjoy Happy Hour with open bar and musical set by DJ Vashonda Sherra throughout the evening.
Event Schedule:
3 PM - Doors Open/ Welcome
4 PM - Roundtables
5 PM - Happy Hour
Sponsored by Stella Foundation, Live Nation Women, The Impact Seat Foundation, MadHippie, EmpowHER Purpose, Best Day Brewing, All Phenoms, Sake High!, Corpse Reviver, Johnnie Walker, Jackson McCrea Whiskey, Owl's Brew, and Waterloo.
About Our Hosts:
Gritty In Pink is building INPINK, a global destination for hiring female freelancers, starting with the music industry. The INPINK marketplace connects the music business with a diverse community of female creators and pros. Our lead investor is Live Nation. Follow @grittyinpinklife on Instagram, and visit the website INPINK.com for more company info.
Stella Foundation, founded in 2012, connects women founders and investors to the right resource–at the right time–in their journeys. From ideation to funding to exit, women founders and investors look to Stella for its powerful constellation of support made up of an inclusive community, courses, access to capital events, advisory services, and funding opportunities. For more information, visit stella.co
Entry will be FREE RSVP with log in to INPINK 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.
Overlap, stability.ai, iHeartMedia
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Capitalizing on AI in Media
Santa Monica
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Overlap, stability.ai, iHeartMedia
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.
Here's The Agenda:
• 5:00–6:00 PM – Networking & Social Hour
• 6:00–6:45 PM – Panel Discussion: The Future of AI in Content
• Moderated by Jonathan Baer, Founder of Overlap (overlap.ai)
• Discussion on how AI is transforming creation, & distribution
• 6:45 PM – Close – Open Q&A + Continued Networking
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.
Harmonious, Clearmatrix, Offit Kurman
[SF]
[LA]
Founders, Investors, and the AI Shift
DTLA
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Harmonious, Clearmatrix, Offit Kurman
AI is transforming the startup ecosystem. For founders, it changes how companies are built for faster prototyping, leaner teams, and new go-to-market strategies. For investors, it reshapes due diligence, portfolio monitoring, and how capital is allocated. Join us for a panel discussion that explores the opportunities, risks, and responsibilities in the AI era. A networking happy hour event will immediately follow.
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.