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Viral Marketing Toolkits + Live Audits by Social Media Manager @TikTok
🙏[EVENT IS FULL!] Please RSVP for Session 2 Waitlist → partiful.com/e/I6Jq2VcoteYi0u5Y7IYN
✨Get unblocked on social growth—live✨
We’ll tear down attendee social channels in real time and turn insights into a Custom Growth Toolkit. Expect concrete playbooks, not theory—led by an ex-TikTok Social Media Manager who ran TikTok’s official socials. Every attendee gets post-event access to free office hours to finalize their next 10 posts and customized playbooks for their brand.
🎉Who it’s for: Consumer apps, DTC brands, startup founders, marketers, and creators looking to grow their social presence and build brand awareness.
🔥Why attend: Scale faster with a tested toolkit and expert feedback.
🔔Time & Location: 1PM on Oct 7, 2025 at SOMA (To Be Announced Soon).
✅Take-homes: Personalized Social Growth Toolkit • 30-day Content Plan • Strategy Consultation with Anna (Ex-TikTok Social Media Manager) for your next 10 posts.
This event is a part of #SFTechWeek—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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Women in Climate Tech Happy Hour
Mela AI, BPM/Builder Product Community
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Runners High Collective
Golden Gate Park
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Mela AI, BPM/Builder Product Community
Join founders, investors, product leaders, and techies for a morning run in San Francisco. Together we’ll chase the runner’s high, build connections, and kick off the day with energy, conversation, and community.
This event is a part of #SFTechWeek—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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Tech Bio Founder Showcase & Networking Breakfast
Join us during SF Tech Week for an invite-only breakfast hosted by Phase Capital.
We’re bringing together LPs, investors, and founders to explore the future being built at the intersection of biology, technology, and capital.
The morning will feature networking and rapid-fire founder spotlights from Nashville, San Francisco, and beyond, plus space for high-value conversations and new connections.
This event is a part of #SFTechWeek—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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Turning Signals into Sales: AI-Powered Orchestration with Apollo
Right now, trying to find prospects in the midst of a bunch of signals is slow, manual and painful.
In this live demo, you’ll see how Apollo’s AI connects inbound and outbound into one seamless engine. Watch as real teams show how they’re turning anonymous website visitors and other predictive signals from your customers into hyper-personalized, multichannel outreach — all in just a few natural language prompts.
Uncover ways AI helps find your perfect-fit audiences, leading to more booked meetings and faster sales cycles.
This event is part of ApolloNEXT: the GTM event of the year.
Come get inspired by industry leaders, sharpen your GTM strategy, and be the first to see what’s next.
Whether you’re an Apollo power user or exploring how AI can elevate your GTM motion, ApolloNEXT is where you’ll get inspired and get ahead.
apollo.io/next
This event is a part of #SFTechWeek—a week of events hosted by VCs and startups to bring together the tech ecosystem. Learn more at www.tech-week.com.
Techstars, Perkins Coie, TriNet
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Techstars Healthcare Brunch
Culver City
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Techstars, Perkins Coie, TriNet
Join Techstars along with our partners at Perkins Coie and TriNet to mix and mingle with the best and brightest in Healthcare!
Come together for eats, and thought-provoking conversation about the future of Healthcare!
About Techstars' Healthcare Vertical Network:
Healthcare stands at a transformative crossroads — where expanding access, controlling spiraling costs, and improving patient outcomes have become urgent imperatives; and where once-in-a-generation technological breakthroughs in AI, predictive analytics, and precision medicine unlock unprecedented possibilities to reshape the industry.
Our Healthcare Vertical Network connects visionary Techstars entrepreneurs at the forefront of developing these critical solutions with industry-leading partners and forward-thinking investors to accelerate much-needed, groundbreaking healthcare innovation together.
About Perkins Coie:
Perkins Coie is a leading international law firm specializing in solving the legal and business challenges of tomorrow. For over a century, we have represented clients at the forefront of technological change, from AI and biometrics to robotics and telemedicine. Like you, we embrace new possibilities and frontiers with unwavering intellectual curiosity.
About TriNet:
TriNet helps operators scale faster by handling the HR complexities that slow teams down—from benefits and payroll to compliance and onboarding. Whether you're hiring your first W-2 or building a national team, our platform and HR experts make it simple, secure, and startup-ready. Because curing cancer is hard—running payroll shouldn’t be.
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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Building An AI Startup Panel
Join Mucker Capital for a panel discussion to hear POVs from different experts (investor, lawyer, AI PhD, and founder) on various considerations for building an AI startup.
From what investors look for to legal considerations, you’ll hear practical advice and real-world applications for building an AI startup.
Confirmed panelists include:
- Danny Pantuso, Investor at Mucker
- Irina Kukuyeva, PhD AI
- Vejay Lalla, Partner at Manatt
- Collin Overbay, Cofounder at Quome
Whether you’re building with AI or just starting to explore it, this session is designed to share practical insights and lessons learned from those that are doing it.
Stick around after the session for food, drinks, and networking.
Note:
This session is designed for startup founders. Space is limited, and preference will be given to early-stage founders. Final location details will be shared upon approval.
Sponsored by Google for Startups, Manatt & Fidelity Private Shares.
By submitting this form, you agree to receive communications from Mucker and sponsors.
By registering for this event, you understand and agree that the information you are providing will be processed in accordance with the Fidelity privacy statement here - https://privateshares.fidelity.com/privacy-and-terms.html
By registering for and attending this event, you consent to potentially being photographed or recorded during the session. These materials may be used by Mucker Capital and its partners for marketing and promotional purposes.
If you do not consent to being photographed or recorded, please withdraw your RSVP prior to 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.
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How To Automate Businesses with Ai
Why You Can’t Miss It:
Aly Owens – Ex-Microsoft Product Manager of Microsoft’s AI-agent verticals. Aly will pull back the curtain on how enterprise teams deploy AI automation today—and show you how to use the same playbook to launch your own AI-powered business.
Kate Vasilieva – Growth strategist and closing keynote. Kate reveals her “secret sauce” for getting ChatGPT to recommend your business—a must-hear for anyone chasing organic reach in the AI era.
Who Should Attend
Entrepreneurs, product managers, growth hackers, investors, and anyone ready to trade spreadsheets for self-running systems.
What You’ll Walk Away With
A practical framework to automate core business operations with AI agents.
Insider tactics to make generative AI your most powerful marketing channel.
This event is a part of #SFTechWeek—a week of events hosted by VCs and startups to bring together the tech ecosystem. Learn more at www.tech-week.com.
P.S. Bakery and Coffee will be provided
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Tech Week Unplugged: Networking, Games & Drinks
Take a break from the traditional panels and talks and join us for a unique Tech Week networking experience designed for executives, tech leaders, and innovators. Hosted in the vibrant SOMA/Mission area of San Francisco at a beautifully designed venue, this event offers a stunning and inviting environment to relax, recharge, and make meaningful 1:1 connections with peers in the technology industry, creating the space for real conversations and how to deploy AI successfully.
Enjoy a curated selection of food and drinks, challenge your colleagues in ping pong and other games, and immerse yourself in an atmosphere that encourages authentic conversations and strategic networking. This is not just a happy hour—it’s a dedicated moment to take a break from the formal schedule, spark new ideas, and forge valuable relationships between sessions and panels.
Whether you’re exploring potential collaborations, discovering new industry insights, or simply enjoying a fun break with fellow tech professionals, this evening promises to combine play, connection, and conversation in one unforgettable experience in a truly remarkable setting.
This event is a part of #SFTechWeek—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 Morning Grind: AI Meets Recycling
Join EverestLabs for specialty coffee, pastries, and an eye-opening conversation on how AI is reshaping our approach to waste, sustainability, and the circular economy. At the heart of our work is RecycleOS, the first AI-powered operating system built to drive real-world environmental impact—by helping communities, brands, and industries recover more materials, reduce landfill waste, and make data-informed decisions that matter.
This is operational AI with dirt under its nails - built for the real world, and built to make a difference.
- Doors open at 9am
- Presentation at 9:30-10:00
- Use the left bank of elevators, you may tell security you are going to 9Zero - 4th floor
This event is a part of #SFTechWeek—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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Twill Presents Prompt Exchange: Unicorn Insights
Twill x J2 Ventures Presents The AI Hardware Frontier: Powering Intelligence in the Real World
When: Wed, Oct 8 • 5:00–8:00 PM
Where: Twill HQ, SoMa, San Francisco Meet us at #SFTechWeek!Tech Week (presented by a16z) brings together the startup and VC ecosystem with events across the city. As part of SF Tech Week (Oct 6–12), we’re hosting The AI Hardware Frontier: Powering Intelligence in the Real World
AI is no longer just software—it’s powered by breakthroughs in hardware that push the limits of compute, healthtech, and autonomy. From silicon and systems to biomedical devices and infrastructure, the AI hardware frontier is where innovation meets the physical world.
At this evening gathering, we’ll explore how founders, investors, and industry leaders are building and scaling hardware and vertical solutions to power the next wave of intelligence. Expect candid conversations on challenges and opportunities across compute platforms, healthtech, and dual-use applications, as well as how venture and corporate capital are fueling this space.
Join us at Twill HQ in SoMa for an evening of:
- Keynote insights from leading voices at the intersection of hardware and AI.
- Two dynamic panels: one diving into industry trends and adoption, another on the venture capital perspective.
- Lightning Talks (5–10 minutes each) from startup founders building the future of AI hardware.
- Curated networking with fellow executives, investors, and builders.
Program Flow
- 5:00–5:30 PM: Arrival & networking over food and drinks
- 5:30–6:00 PM: Industry Panel: AI Hardware in the Real World
- 6:00–6:45 PM: VC & Founder Panel: Investing in the Hardware Frontier
- 6:45–7:05 PM: Lightning Talks (Startup Founders)
- 7:05–8:00 PM: Closing networking mixer
Speakers
Christine Keung — General Partner, J2 Ventures
Sam Fok -- CEO, femtoAI, Stanford PhD
Jeff Tatarchuk — Cofounder, TensorWave
Ian Clow — VC Investor, Samsung Catalyst Fund
Jason Novak — Partner-in-Charge, Norton Rose Fulbright
Who’s in the room
Founders (dual-use/defense, cyber, bio, infra), investors, Fortune 500 execs, and government/DoD leaders shaping acquisition and innovation pipelines.
🎟 RSVP today to secure your spot
Space is limited; curated admission for builders and decision-makers.
✉️ Subscribe to our calendar for priority invites to upcoming events: https://luma.com/twill
Check out clips from the speakers:
- https://youtu.be/USjrK5OznXs?si=aH3amH5DerP-QX58
- https://youtu.be/XoS4vxhYVow?si=wL51x5GyW6drf9p5
- https://youtu.be/l3K-4dgjjhA?si=0v7P7B7GWFNuNejN
- https://youtu.be/f79VJk4gSdc?si=HMlSsZe32Bh3vdCg
✉️ Subscribe to our calendar for priority invites to upcoming events: https://luma.com/twill
Highlights from previous events
Twill and Norton Rose Fulbright Present: The Horizon Forum
https://youtu.be/l3K-4dgjjhA
AI Founders, Investors, and Execs at the Ballpark: https://vimeo.com/1111514560?fl=pl&fe=sh
🤝 Interested in Partnering or Investing?
We’re opening a channel for those who want to connect with the incredible founders from Y Combinator. If you’re an investor, advisor, or potential partner looking to explore opportunities, submit your details below and we’ll make sure you’re on the radar.
FILL OUT THE FORM HERE: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfrJPfHEkIWiqLF2AEMdFclI2WGcINKktEJHnL8nFuLRktnaw/viewform?usp=header
Looking to make your next career move in tech? We have some exciting roles currently available from within the community!
Join a seed-stage startup as a Founding Engineer and work directly with the founder to shape the future of the company. Backed by Y Combinator, Initialized Capital, Progressive Ventures, and other leading investors, this is a unique opportunity to have a front-row seat in building and scaling a high-growth startup.
Founding Engineer - Own major features end-to-end: API design, backend logic, frontend UI, and everything in between. We’re building the control center for U.S. duty drawback—a $10B/year opportunity hiding in plain sight. We use AI and automation to recover tariffs paid by importers when goods are later exported, returned, or destroyed. Most companies don’t even realize they’re eligible. We make sure no dollar is left behind.
San Francisco - In person
This founding team has scaled and led engineering teams through multiple successful acquisitions, including one valued at over $350M and one bootstrapped AI infra company that exited within two years.
LLM EVALUATION ENGINEER - you’ll build the evaluation layer in a—the part of the system that decides whether an LLM prompt, response, tool call, or agent behavior is acceptable. This includes designing and tuning guardrails, classifiers, and semantic judgment systems that operate in real-time.
Engineering - Remote - Fulltime
FOUNDING SOFTWARE ENGINEER - you won’t just be piping logs or tuning models—you’ll architect systems that reconcile latency, correctness, and observability across distributed pipelines. You’ll be designing the nervous system of a new class of software—where AI Agents reason, act, and fail in unpredictable ways. If you're excited by AI and want to shape its safe deployment—not just watch from the sidelines—this is your opportunity.
Engineering - Remote - Fulltime
BACKEND / PLATFORM ENGINEER, AI ANALYTIC ENGINES - Design and optimize streaming data pipelines using Kafka, Redpanda, or similar technologies to support high-throughput, low-latency processing of LLM interactions.
Engineering - Remote - Fulltime
FILL OUT THE FORM TO APPLY: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe8WDg2nJJTfXTQcur0BOlSAnwN9ZJEoaY9bvxv5Jv_x_NVUw/viewform?usp=header
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Immigrant Founder Matching
🌍 Hosted by your fave founder and design communities in San Francisco: Sigma Squared & Design Buddies & Supermomos
Are you an immigrant founder looking for the right cofounder—or just want to meet other immigrant entrepreneurs? Join us for an evening of drinks, community, and connection at SF Tech Week.
What to Expect
🤝 Meet immigrant founders & aspiring cofounders
🚀 Share ideas, swap stories, and spark collaborations
🌎 Celebrate the global founder journey with good vibes & new friends
Who’s Invited
- Immigrant founders searching for technical, GTM, or design partners
- Immigrant builders ready to cofound and scale
- Friends of the immigrant founder community who want to connect and support
💡 Boundless Immigration will also be offering free 1:1 consultations on visas (OPT, H1B, O1A, EB1A & more).
Design Buddies is the world’s largest design community, dedicated to helping creatives learn, grow, and connect. With tens of thousands of members globally, they host events, workshops, and mentorship programs that make design more accessible while empowering the next generation of creators.
Sigma Squared Society is a global network of young founders who are building impactful companies to shape the future. With chapters in cities around the world, they provide community, resources, and a spirit of collaboration for ambitious entrepreneurs who want to scale both their ventures and their positive impact.
Supermomos is where tech, business, and creative communities gather offline. They curate salons, founder dinners, and intimate events that bring high-quality people together in New York, San Francisco, and beyond—creating spaces that spark meaningful connections and collaborations.
This happy hour is part of #SFTechWeek, a week of events hosted by VCs and startups to bring the tech ecosystem together. Learn more at www.tech-week.com.
🎟 Limited spots — register now and raise a glass with your future cofounder!
Perkins Coie, Forgepoint Capital
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Surf Meetup for Founders and Investors
Ocean Beach
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Perkins Coie, Forgepoint Capital
Calling all surfers! Let’s kick off #SFTechWeek on the right foot (or left, if you’re goofy). We’ll be gathering a crew of founders and investors who share a passion for cold water waves. We'll have breakfast sandos, coffee, and plenty of good vibes to kick off your week. Don’t miss out on this invite-only gathering, exclusively for experienced surfers. Bring your board and let’s connect in the lineup!
This event is a part of #SFTechWeek—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 Silicon Tea Salon
Union Square (SF)
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The Council, J.P. Morgan
Want to connect with top operators investing into most promising founders? AND have the chance to meet founders tackling today’s biggest challenges?
Join The Council and J.P. Morgan for a refined afternoon of curated connections over High Tea. 🍵
This isn’t your typical mixer—we’re bringing together a handpicked group of top operators, seasoned founders, and Council Angels for intentional networking in an intimate setting.
👋 Who is this event for:
• Council Angel Members (https://www.thecouncil.co/angels)
• Senior operator leaders who are angel curious or actively investing
• Post-revenue founders
🤝 What to Expect:
High Tea & Treats ~ Enjoy a beautiful spread while sparking meaningful conversations.
Curated Networking ~ We’ll facilitate thoughtful connections between operator-angels and ambitious founders solving high-impact problems.
✨ Why Attend?
This event is designed for those who want insider access. Connect directly with operators shaping high-growth startups and founders who are building the future. Whether you’re investing, scaling, or launching, this is a rare opportunity to grow your circle with true peers.
📩 Please Note:
Attendance is limited due to the exclusivity of our community and the venue.
The event is invite-only; location will be shared upon approval.
We’ve chosen an afternoon format to accommodate investors and founders with evening family obligations.
This event is a part of #SFTechWeek—a week of events hosted by VCs and startups to bring together the tech ecosystem. Learn more at www.tech-week.com.
Sonder Impact, Black Women Spin, Sip & Sonder
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Spinovation: The Future Is Femme The Future is Frequency
Inglewood
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Sonder Impact, Black Women Spin, Sip & Sonder
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