a16z Infra "Women in AI" Happy Hour hosted at Convex Join us for an evening of connection and conversation at the a16z Women in AI, a casual mixer bringing together *founders, builders, researchers, and product leaders* (no VCs) shaping the future of infrastructure. We’ll gather an incredible community of women and allies from across the ecosystem, including teams at SSI, Thinking Machines, World Labs, Goodfire, Anthropic, OpenAI, and many others. This is a chance to meet peers building at the cutting edge of AI, infra, and security, share ideas, and spark new collaborations. This event is part of #SFTechWeek, a city-wide series of events hosted by VCs and startups to bring together the tech community. Learn more at www.tech-week.com. 📍 Convex Convex is the open source, reactive database where queries are TypeScript code running right in the database. Just like React components react to state changes, Convex queries react to database changes. Convex provides a database, a place to write your server functions, and client libraries. It makes it easy to build and scale dynamic live-updating apps.

Join us for a fireside chat with David Cramer, Founder of Sentry, about building dev tools and technical products in the AI era. There's a massive new set of users--AI agents and copilots. How do you build when they don’t click buttons, but instead execute tasks autonomously? We’ll dig into: • How Sentry is adapting its product for an era where engineers increasingly build with coding agents • Frameworks for treating AI agents and copilots as first-class users of your software • Lessons on extreme PMF This conversation is especially relevant for founders and engineers of who are thinking about building for AI users. ----- This event is hosted by Tadata. Tadata helps companies make their products AI agents and copilots ready - turning complex APIs and workflows into experiences AI can understand and use magically. In just a few months, Tadata's open source crossed 700K downloads, 10K+ GitHub stars, and they've helped companies across industries launch production MCPs. Learn more at tadata.com 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.

Join The Bond Fund team on for an exclusive evening during a16z Tech Week. Connect with seasoned seed-stage investors, discover our investment thesis, and network with fellow startup enthusiasts in an intimate setting. During this curated gathering, you'll have the opportunity to: Learn about The Bond Fund's investment focus and the types of startups we back. Meet and connect with experienced investors from our community. Learn best practices and insider tips that could shape your investment journey. Whether you're a seasoned startup investor, or investor curiosity but haven't made an investment yet, this event offers the perfect blend of insights and networking in the heart of San Francisco. We look forward to seeing you there! 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.

IPOs, Exits and What’s Next: After a period of uncertainty, the market for public listings and other exit options continues to gain momentum. This panel will unpack current market conditions, what recent IPOs can teach us, and how executives are weighing the full spectrum of exit strategies. Speakers to include: - Erik Peña, Head of Market Development, NYSE - Charly Kevers, Chief Financial Officer, Carta - Art Levy, Chief Business Officer, Brex - Katie Roof, Deputy Bureau Chief, Venture Capital, The Information 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. Please note, as an attendee you'll be included in the event's attendee list. You may also be photographed during the event and photos may be posted to our site or on social media. Contact a member of our team if you do not wish to be photographed on the day of the event. By registering for this event, you acknowledge that information you provide when registering will be shared with the account owner, host, and partner/sponsor and can be used in marketing campaigns and shared by them in accordance with their Terms and Privacy Policy

IBM Ventures and a16z speedrun will host a lively evening of big ideas, drinks, and bites as they bring together founders, investors, and innovators shaping the future of tech. This is your chance to mix, mingle, and spark new collaborations with some of the brightest minds in venture and the startup ecosystem spanning various industries in the Bay Area. More details to come. 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. IBM may take group photos or perform live streaming during the event for promotional purposes.

Gathering voice tech, agentic AI, CX, neurotech, and genAI startup founders for an informal meetup on the importance of emotion context in AI applications. We've seen great wins with LLM and text-based analysis, but the next frontier of agentic AI is voice. Realistic voice agents with the ability to empathize and have realistic conversations are highly sought after and hard to find -- so we want to bring together top founders in this space to talk through the voice stack, emotion AI, agents, and everything in between! Have we reached an uncanny valley with AI conversations? What are the ethical implications of producing conversations where the end user might not know they're speaking to AI? Much to discuss... Hosted by Valence AI, a voice-first emotion AI company. **We will have wine, mocktails, and appetizers! This event is a part of #SFTechWeek - a week of events hosted by VCs and startups to bring together the tech ecosystem. https://www.tech-week.com/

IBM Ventures and a16z speedrun will host a lively evening of big ideas, drinks, and bites as they bring together founders, investors, and innovators shaping the future of tech. This is your chance to mix, mingle, and spark new collaborations with some of the brightest minds in venture and the startup ecosystem spanning various industries in the Bay Area. More details to come. 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. IBM may take group photos or perform live streaming during the event for promotional purposes.

This event is designed for young founders and creatives who are building or growing tech startups—whether you’re just getting started or already have an established venture. It’s a space to connect, share experiences, and socialize with others navigating similar paths. Who knows—you may even meet your next co-founder, collaborator, or partner along the way! While we may have some special guests from the investment community, the focus is on fostering meaningful connections and conversations within the tech ecosystem. This event is co-hosted with New Edge Technology Consultants. We bridge the gap between technology, business, and leadership. 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.

📌 To secure your spot, please RSVP on Luma using the link above to get approved faster. Experience the cutting-edge of AI, Web3, and emerging tech at Orbis86: Founder & Funders Mixer during #SFTechWeek! 🚀 This exclusive gathering is designed to bring together visionary founders and forward-thinking investors through meaningful conversations, high-value networking, and collaboration. Discover breakthrough startups, explore the trends shaping the future, and connect directly with the funders, founders, and industry leaders. 🌟 Whether you’re building the next big thing or investing in it, this is the room where ideas meet capital. ---------------------------------------------- AGENDA Welcome & Registrations Step into an immersive experience at our event, where hosts, co-hosts, and sponsors warmly welcome all participants. Be introduced to enlightening discussions, networking opportunities, and visionary insights into the tech landscape. Sponsors and Partners’ Note Discover what they’re building, their vision for the future, and how they’re shaping the world of AI, Web3, and emerging tech. Get inspired, explore opportunities, and see how you can connect with the innovators behind the projects. Fireside Chat Discover how bold ideas become billion-dollar opportunities. This fireside chat brings candid reflections and practical wisdom from those turning emerging technologies into lasting impact. Open Mic: Share, Pitch and Connect ​Step up to the mic and make your voice heard! Pitch ideas, share insights, and spark conversations with founders, investors, and innovators. Connect, inspire, and ignite opportunities that could take your ideas to the next level. 🎤💡 Networking Mixer Cocktails. Connections. Capital. 🍸💸Step into an evening built for connection and collaboration. Meet founders, investors, and Web3 innovators in a lively setting fueled by delicious bites, craft cocktails, and refreshing non-alcoholic options. Whether you’re here to spark new ideas, pitch your vision, or simply vibe with the community, this mixer is your chance to build meaningful relationships that could shape the future of AI, Web3, and emerging tech. Come hungry for opportunities and stay for the conversations (and the drinks!). 🚀 ---------------------------------------------- REGISTERED VCs & INVESTORS ​- Claribay Capital ​- Plug and Play Tech Center ​- Iron Key Capital ​- Contribution Capital ​- Informed Ventures ​- Gyrow Ventures - Stealth Startup - Cathay Innovation - Nascent - Catapult VC - SV Venture Group - Global Health Impact Network & Funds - AB Plus Ventures - Hesperian Ventures - Post Urban Ventures - LvlUp Ventures - JTC Group - Dissent Capital - 65 Equity Partners - Moon Pursuit Capital and many more Investors and VCs. ---------------------------------------------- STARTUP SHOWCASE DPS - DIGITAL POSTAL SERVICE: ​DPS is dedicated to modernizing postal and digital communications through their innovative SaaS solutions utilizing AI, Blockchain, and Web3 technologies. ---------------------------------------------- SPONSORS & PARTNERS TITLE SPONSOR: MiniDoge MiniDoge Global is a vibrant Web3 meme coin community fusing DeFi, DePIN, and AI-driven blockchain tech to revolutionize the crypto landscape. SPONSORS: ​Cole-Frieman & Mallon LLP Cole-Frieman & Mallon LLP (CFM) is a leading San Francisco–based investment management law firm serving clients from start-up managers to multibillion-dollar funds. Renowned for its pioneering work with digital asset funds, CFM provides a full suite of services including fund formation, regulatory compliance, counterparty documentation, and employment matters. Its corporate and IP teams advise founders, management, and investors across the business lifecycle—from fundraising and M&A to governance, tax, and product launches. CFM also publishes the well-regarded Hedge Fund Law Blog. Stand With Crypto Stand With Crypto is a grassroots, nonpartisan movement uniting over 2.5 million advocates nationwide to protect the future of crypto and blockchain innovation. They amplify community voices, educate policymakers, and mobilize around fair digital asset legislation. Beyond advocacy, Stand With Crypto creates opportunities to connect through local activations, community events, and partnerships empowering members to host and shape the future of Web3 from the ground up. HOST: Orbis86 ​​Orbis86 is revolutionizing Web3 innovation through its Engage – Educate – Elevate approach, engaging users with personalized experiences, educating them on emerging technologies, and elevating their journey with seamless cross-chain integration. Throughout the year, we host global events that bring communities together to explore Web3 and AI, enabling meaningful discussions and collaboration. Our mission is to create an inclusive ecosystem where individuals can learn, grow, and shape the future of decentralized technology. CO-HOST: ​ OffChain Global ​​OffChain is a global community for Web3 professionals and enthusiasts with over seventy chapters. We welcome a wide range of like-minded people from blockchain developers to crypto VC’s to miners to quant traders to people who just own a little Bitcoin. We welcome everyone who has an interest in blockchain and crypto. Each chapter/city aims to have a base of regular casual social gatherings with no set topics with speaking events mixed in from time-to-time. OUR EVENT PARTENRS: BrandPR ​BrandPR is a specialized PR and marketing agency partnering with Orbis86 to empower Web3 brands worldwide. Since 2022, BrandPR has helped clients in crypto and Web3 gain the exposure they deserve through top-tier media coverage and innovative community-building strategies. With a proven track record in delivering successful PR campaigns, they ensure your brand’s message reaches the right audience at the perfect time. Whether you're launching a cryptocurrency, DeFi platform, or NFT marketplace, BrandPR’s tailored PR strategies go beyond promotion - they’re designed to build lasting legacies in the Web3 space. ​Quill Audits ​QuillAudits is a leading Web3 security solution provider. We have audited over a million lines of code across 1,000+ projects, securing $30B in AUM. Our AI-driven audits, token risk assessments, and monitoring tools enhance Web3 security. We are the official partners of prominent ecosystems like Polygon, ZetaChain, Metis, and Manta ---------------------------------------------- OUR ECOSYSTEM PARTNERS: Servicenow | Hedera | OKX | OnePieceLabsLbank | Offchain Global | Gnus.ai | Langrenus Fund | Xecret.io | Blockchain Game Alliance | Unfinished Live | Filecoin Foundation | Hotcoin Global Fio | 0x Labs | TiE | Mobile Growth Association | Agroverse ---------------------------------------------- OUR MEDIA PARTNERS: Bitcoin World | CoinPedia | Voice of Crypto | Bitcoin Insider | TUA Crypto | Crypto Craze | Crypto News Bulls (CNB) | Crypto Tion | Coin Zebro | Bitcoin All | Crypto Papers | Lucky Coiner | Trade Base | The Bit Crypto | BD Ventures | Traders Brawl 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.

​The Orb Wine Club is back—by popular demand—just in time for SF Tech Week at Orb HQ. 🍷 ​Join us for an intimate evening of curated wines and conversations about the future of pricing and monetization. We're bringing together innovative founders, operators, and revenue leaders from AI, SaaS, and Cloud companies who are rethinking how modern businesses price, bill, and grow. ​What to expect: ​Expertly selected wines paired with light bites ​Thoughtful discussions on usage-based pricing, revenue operations, and growth strategies ​Connections with fellow leaders navigating the evolution of AI and cloud monetization ​A refined networking experience in our SF office ​Whether you're scaling AI infrastructure costs, optimizing SaaS pricing models, or navigating cloud consumption billing, this is your chance to connect with peers facing similar challenges—glass in hand. ​RSVP now to join us and collect your exclusive Orb wine bottle and curated swag to remember the evening. ​Cheers to community, curiosity, and a good pour. 🥂 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.

Co-hosted by experts in product, design and research, this event uncovers and amplifies innovative design practices from founders in emerging markets. In this interactive hands-on session, we’ll explore the trade-offs these founders navigate when creating solutions and unearth actionable insights for building products globally. Featured speakers: Idorenyin O. - founder and CEO of Grey (YC W22), a financial technology company, helping millions across Africa send and receive international payments, now serving 2M+ users across 80+ countries (and expanded into India last year!) Kavindya Thennakoon- founder of Tilli and former Google’s LearnX team. Tilli is a play-based social-emotional learning tool used across South Asia. Kavi has taken Tilli from a capstone project into global markets and we can’t wait to learn from her journey. 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.

AI and ML technologies can greatly effect positive change for the ocean, waterways and planet--but a first step is getting contributors in the same room. That said, SF Blue Tech is hosting a free, casual, BYOB** happy hour with goal to blend our blue members with AI/ML and Tech Week professionals. AGENDA * Open networking with pre-arranged introductions * Brief "What's Your Problem" presentations from blue tech entities--designed to get Tech Week guests thinking about ways to help the ocean AND maybe inspire a new business or two Locked in thousands of government, private, university, NGO and private data sets are troves of ocean data sets that could be mined to provide breakthrough solutions and improved processes for: * health and nutrition * clean energy and power * cleaner/improved transportation * non-polluting packaging * proteins and nourishment * housing * coastline health and erosion abatement * and much more 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 **South Beach Cafe offers made-to-order pizzas, salads, sandwiches, Italian coffees and desserts, plus beer, wine, drinks. Prices are reasonable at the cafe, which was founded and is managed by a husband and wife team from Italy. Indoor and outdoor spaces.O

An Exclusive Evening: Conversations, Connections & Cocktails at Che Fico Join us for an intimate mixer at Che Fico, one of San Francisco’s most celebrated spots—with limited slots available. This one-night-only gathering brings together a group of leaders, innovators, and curious minds at the intersection of AI and marketing. From founders and marketers to technologists and creatives, this event is designed for those who want to be at the forefront of the conversation. ✨ What to Expect: A casual yet curated atmosphere for genuine, high-value conversations Fresh insights into how AI is reshaping marketing and brand storytelling Networking with peers across tech, SaaS, fintech, and creative industries Drinks, bites, and good vibes at Che Fico Spots are extremely limited—reserve yours before they’re gone. This event is part of #SFTechWeek (Presented by a16z)—a week of events hosted by VCs and startups to bring together the tech ecosystem. Learn more at www.tech-week.com.

An Evening for Visionaries: Private Founders Reception at the San Francisco Champagne Society You're invited to an exclusive gathering curated for a select group of growth-stage founders, executives, and tech leaders shaping the next wave of innovation. Join us for an intimate evening at the San Francisco Champagne Society. Enjoy a flight of rare grower champagnes and toast the milestones of your peers in an atmosphere designed for thoughtful conversation and authentic connection. This is more than a social hour - it's a rare opportunity to exchange insights with fellow operators navigating scale and complexity at the frontier of growth. Whether you're recharging, reflecting on the next chapter, or exploring new perspectives, this is your space to connect with others who understand the stakes. Spots are extremely limited to preserve the intimacy of the experience. RSVP now to secure your seat at the table. This event is part of #SFTechWeek—a week of private gatherings and events hosted by top VCs and startups to foster meaningful connections across the tech ecosystem. Learn more at www.tech-week.com

Founders & Funders Connect is a relaxed, open-door happy hour designed to bring together builders and backers from across the SF tech ecosystem. Whether you're raising, investing, hiring, or just meeting great people—this is your room. No stage. No panel. Just real conversations over drinks. 🥂 Agenda 6:00 – 6:30 PM | Doors open, drinks + music 6:30 – 6:45 PM | Quick welcome from Beta University 6:45 – 8:30 PM | Mingling, light bites, and conversation starters 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.

Join Heizen during LA Tech Week for an exclusive, closed-door roundtable at one of LA’s premier cigar salons. This evening is for a curated group of leaders tasked with driving operational excellence in an age of disruption. In today's complex enterprises, a significant disconnect often exists between corporate leadership focused on strategy and the on-ground teams handling real-time execution. This gap leads to misaligned software, failed AI adoption, and missed opportunities. As one strategist noted, the most critical missing asset is an "integrated view from the factory floor to the foxhole". Legacy systems and siloed data are no longer a stable foundation—they are the quickest path to being outmaneuvered. This roundtable is a candid, off-the-record discussion on closing these operational gaps. We will explore how bespoke AI transformation—powered by embedded engineering talent—can bridge the divide between strategy and execution, modernizing legacy systems and unlocking efficiency gains. We believe, as Napoleon demonstrated, that the greatest results come when leaders are "in the trenches" with their teams, solving real problems on the ground. Our discussion will center on tangible strategies for: • Bridging the gap between executive vision and front-line execution. • Leveraging custom AI for legacy modernization, internal tooling, and enhanced operational visibility. • Deploying agile engineering teams that embed with your staff to drive adoption and deliver practical, iterative solutions, mirroring the successful Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE) model. Who Should Attend? This is an invite-only event for VPs, Directors, and C-Suite executives from enterprise and mid-market companies ($100M+ revenue). If you lead teams in complex, operations-heavy environments and are responsible for driving AI strategy and transformation, we want you in the room. What to Expect • Candid Conversation: A private discussion with a small group of industry leaders who understand that your status quo is the losing state. • Premium Experience: A selection of world-class cigars and top-shelf spirits. • High-Caliber Networking: Connect with peers who, like you, are shaping the narrative arc of their companies from challenge to greatness. This is your opportunity to forge the path to operational leadership. Spaces are extremely limited to ensure a valuable and intimate conversation. 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 believe there’s a thin, but dramatically important, layer missing in today’s AI implementations. Join AI21 and the AI Tinkerers community in SoMa for a candid panel with visionaries, practitioners, and researchers. We’ll show what the missing piece looks like in practice and why it changes how you build. Panelists unveiled soon. 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.

Join us for an evening of insights, conversation, and community during SF Tech Week. This special gathering will feature a panel of leading corporate venture capital (CVC) investors, offering a deep dive into how CVCs operate, what they look for in startups, and where the next wave of opportunities lies. What to Expect Panel Discussion (45 mins): Four top CVC investors share perspectives on investment strategies, industry focus areas, and how VC investors and founders can best engage with corporate VCs. Panel Speakers include: - Maximilian Von Poelnitz, Managing Director, Ajinomoto Group Ventures - Milana Kuzmanović, Senior Director, World Innovation Lab - Jimmy Cheng, Head of Technology Intelligence Center, Synopsys Inc Moderated by: Xuhui Shao, Managing Partner, Foothill Ventures Networking & Happy Hour: Connect with fellow founders, investors, and operators over curated small bites and drinks. Event Details 📍 Location: 280 2nd St Suite 218, Los Altos, CA 94022 🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM PT 🍸 Format: Panel + Drinks + Light Dinner Who Should Attend - Founders exploring corporate venture partnerships - Investors interested in the intersection of venture + corporate innovation - Operators and builders looking to expand their networks during SF Tech Week Space is limited, so RSVP early to secure your spot. 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. About the host: Foothill Ventures is a $300M fund that bets on highly technical, very early-stage companies in frontier tech. We are based in Los Altos, California. We are investing in seed and series A startups in North America. Learn more at https://www.foothill.ventures/.

As part of SF Tech Week, we at Plain (https://www.plain.com/) are bringing together customer support leaders, operators, and builders who are using – or curious about – AI in their B2B support workflows. This is a relaxed, in-person gathering for people looking to share experiences, swap ideas, and connect with others who are navigating the same opportunities and challenges in applying AI to customer support. Whether you’ve already deployed AI-powered workflows, are experimenting with automation and copilots, or just want to learn from others in the space, you’ll find plenty of peers to connect with. Who Should Join - Support leaders and ICs at B2B companies - Operations and enablement folks working on AI adoption - Founders and product builders in the support tooling space - Anyone curious about where AI fits into the support stack Why Join Us: - Meet peers tackling similar challenges in AI + support - Swap lessons learned from real-world implementations - Get inspired by how others are improving speed, quality, and customer experience with AI Event Details Date & Time: 9th October, 6pm Venue: Union Square, exact venue TBD Format: Informal meetup – networking, conversations, and light refreshments RSVP: Free, but space is limited – please RSVP to reserve your spot If you’re working in customer support and want to connect with others experimenting with or scaling AI in their B2B workflows, this is your chance to swap stories and ideas during SF Tech Week. 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.

Think you’ve got the fastest fingers in the founder world? Join us at the 14.ai HQ for the Founders’ and Engineers' typing competition at SF Tech Week, an experiential event where startup leaders put their speed, accuracy, and stamina to the test in a lighthearted but high-energy typing showdown. This is your chance to show off your skills, connect with fellow founders and engineers, and prove that your keyboard game is as sharp as your pitch. 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.

Please join us for dinner as we bring together entrepreneurs building a healthier future for all. 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.co

Join us for a dynamic discussion on information retrieval in era of Artificial Intelligence, moving beyond the hype to explore real-world applications and opportunities. We're bringing together a curated panel of leaders to share diverse perspectives from the trenches of AI security, robotics, enterprise infrastructure, and early-stage venture capital. Anuj Jaiswal (CPO, Fortanix): Representing the AI Security layer. Anuj leads product at a Series C AI security and confidential computing leader. He brings an expert view on protecting the models and data that power the AI revolution. Onajite Taire (Lead PM, AI Infrastructure at Pure Storage): Representing the AI Infrastructure layer. Onajite is on the front lines of building the enterprise-grade infrastructure required to train and deploy performant AI, offering insights into the hardware and software stack. Lydia Idem (COO, LoftyInc Capital): Representing the Investment layer. As the COO of a venture firm investing at the Series A+ stage, Lydia offers an invaluable look into the metrics, trends, and theses VCs are using to evaluate and fund the next wave of AI companies. 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.

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.

Join top founders, VCs, and operators for a high-energy happy hour 🍸 during SF Tech Week—an evening designed for real conversations, new connections, and unexpected collaboration. Whether you're raising your first round 🚀 or scouting your next investment, this is your chance to skip the pitch decks and connect face-to-face with the people shaping what’s next. With the venue's iconic ambiance and a curated crowd of builders and backers, this is where authentic relationships take root in the heart of San Francisco. 🌉 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. About Us ​Founders Bay is a community of 80,000 founders and VCs helping startups grow through curated events, expert workshops, and networking. Paid members get exclusive and free access to workshops, office hours, and top investor connections. JetBuy is a voice-first food ordering platform that makes delivery and pickup effortless. With a one-time setup, customers can save their favorite meals under simple voice commands like “dinner,” “coffee,” or “sushi.” From then on, placing an order is as easy as saying “Hey Siri, JetBuy Dinner”—no apps to open, no endless scrolling, no wasted time. JetBuy turns everyday food ordering into a one-second experience, giving people more time back in their day.

Drinks, devs, and AI agents. Join us for a casual hang with the TypeScript AI community. Mastra Co-Founder Sam Bhagwat will be signing copies of his book Principles of Building AI Agents. Every attendee gets one, no strings attached. Come through, meet the Mastra team, and chat everything AI agents. 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.

Executive Dinner: How SF Leaders Are Building Global Tech Teams Join us for an invite-only executive dinner bringing together senior HR, Talent, and Engineering leaders from San Francisco’s top tech companies. Expect candid conversations, infused cocktails, and meaningful networking with peers shaping the future of global tech teams. WHY JOIN Designed for scaling startup and enterprise leaders who are responsible for building and managing agile, global teams. You’ll gain: 1. Proven playbooks from Global Tech Companies on hiring and managing tech talent in LATAM. 2. Insights on saving up to $150K+ per hire while accelerating delivery and team velocity. 3. Practical tactics to scale nearshore teams without sacrificing quality or control. 4. A complimentary LATAM Hiring Guide + Tech Salary Report (1.5M+ data points). EVENT DETAILS 🎟️ Invite-Only | 24 Seats Available 📅 Date: Thursday, October 9th, 2025 🕕 Time: 6:00 PM 📍Location: San Francisco Financial District (address shared upon registration)

Join us for Capital & Culture, an invite-only mixer hosted by Ternwheel, an a16z TxO portfolio company building the operating system for the live entertainment industry. This gathering brings together creative tech founders, cultural operators, and investors at the intersection of art, infrastructure, and ownership. Whether you're building tools for creators, scaling new infrastructure for live events, or investing in the future of the experience economy, this is where aligned minds meet. Expect curated cocktails, soul-forward soundscapes, and delicious food, on us. Just bring your full self and tap in. This isn’t networking. This is fam. 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.

Stellation & Mainframe invite you to an after-hours during SF Tech Week. Join founders, operators, and investors for great conversations and even better cocktails in one of SF’s most iconic creative spaces. No panels and no pitches, just interesting people building what’s 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.

Join an iconic rooftop gathering—where the energy is high, and the innovation is unstoppable—brought to you by Morrison Foerster, Carta, Escalon, Google Cloud and Mercury. • Seed Connections – Network with top founders, funders, and innovators shaping the future. • Pitch and Party – Swap ideas, scout deals, and unwind. • Music and Memories – Enjoy a DJ and capture #SFTechWeek connections in our photo booth. • Skylines and Gourmet Bites – Elevate the evening with skyline sights as bold as your next move, paired with signature cocktails and bites. Space is limited—get on the list now! 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.

AI is no longer just for big companies with deep pockets. It is now the most powerful tool for creators, founders, and solo entrepreneurs to build, grow, and monetize faster than ever. In this session, you will learn how: - Creators and influencers can turn their expertise and content into AI copilots that engage audiences around the clock and unlock new revenue streams. - Founders and solopreneurs can launch apps, copilots, and MVPs with no-code AI tools, going from idea to product in days instead of months. - Anyone can scale their brand, automate repetitive work, and keep their authentic voice while letting AI handle the heavy lifting. We will showcase real examples from Knolli, with live demos showing how individuals are already transforming knowledge, communities, and products into thriving AI-powered businesses. Who should attend: - Content creators and influencers looking to monetize their knowledge - Solo entrepreneurs who want to scale without hiring large teams - Startup founders who need to move faster, test ideas, and build products with fewer resources Takeaway: Walk away with practical playbooks and real examples that show how to become an “AI hero” by using AI to win customers, grow audiences, and build revenue. 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.

#SFTechWeek with #InsurTech Focus VirtusLab invites business and technology leaders to Business-Casual, an in-person event to explore the emerging topic of Agentic AI, specifically in Underwriting in Insurance. Why Agentic AI in Underwriting? The underwriting process is a critical decision-making procedure that involves complex tasks with multiple touchpoints. This often leads to very tight deadlines for task completion, causing underwriters to engage in highly manual work, which can be less valuable. By attedning this event you will gain valuable insights on the following, but not limited to: - Key challenges in Underwriting, especially regarding data foundations and AI adoption - Emerging technology solutions and architectural patterns for streamlin the Underwriting process -Designing target operating models for Agentic AI systems -Ethical considerations and the "human-in-the-loop" approach - Ways of measuring and governing Agentic AI systems -A live demonstration of Agentic AI in Underwriting from VL solutions lab. The event is tailored for CXOs, including CEOs, CTOs, CIOs, Head of, and senior leadership across enterprises and fast-growing companies. Agenda 6:00pm | Welcome drinks & networking 6:30pm - 7:30pm | Presentation from VirtusLab team with Q&A 7:30pm - 8:30pm | Dinner & facilitated open discussion (Bring-your-own-topic) 8:30pm - 9:00pm | Closing drinks & casual networking No recordings. No product pitches. No sales agenda. Our aim is to create a dedicated space to learn, exchange insights, and validate early-stage ideas in a trusted environment. 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.

Wine & Jazz: An Evening of Connections Unwind, connect, and indulge in an evening where smooth jazz meets exceptional wine. Join San Francisco’s professionals, creatives, and entrepreneurs for a night of relaxed networking in a warm, inviting atmosphere. 🍷 Fine Wine Selection Savor a curated selection of wines chosen to delight every palate — from bold reds to crisp whites — perfect for sparking conversation. 🎷 Live Jazz Performance Let the sounds of live jazz set the tone for meaningful connections and effortless mingling. 🤝 Networking Made Enjoyable Whether you’re looking to expand your circle, spark collaborations, or simply enjoy a classy night out, this event offers the perfect setting to connect over shared tastes and timeless tunes. An evening of good wine, great music, and even better company awaits. 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.

Join us for Geek Chic Social Wellness Night by InnovatorX — the RelaXi SF Series From New York City to the Bay Area, we arrive with a new frequency for Tech Week: a salon for founders, creators, and investors exploring the frontier of mental health innovation and emotional technology. Step into a space where the question “How do you relax?” sparks meaningful dialogue and connection. 🧠 Featuring RelaXi — the emotional OS app reimagining modern mental health —, the night blends cinematic-inspired signature drinks, conversation, and reflection, offering a new way for innovators to reset, relax, and reconnect in a world that never slows down — ushering in a new era of conscious living. 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.

Join the founder of Hal9 for an evening of food, drinks, arcade games, and real talk with other future founders. No code? No problem. Come connect with non-technical founders who are building big ideas, and maybe find the push you’ve been waiting for. Event hosted by hal9.com Joining alone? Find a buddy: https://tapin.vip/event/evt002?code=7654 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.

Build markets with moments, not just leads. During SF Tech Week, we’re taking over a Design District rooftop for a sharp, founder-first meetup on Event-Led Growth (ELG)-how the best teams turn IRL experiences into pipeline, product feedback, and community flywheels. Presented by Invite – the AI-native event platform powering smarter events for modern growth teams. Join our waitlist to be the first to try it: https://getinvite.ai Be part of TechFin's AI Expert Network: teach, inspire, and speak at workshops, and panels. https://bit.ly/techfinglobal Supported by the Singapore Global Network (SGN), a division under Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB). Join SGN to become a member of a 110,000-strong global network of professionals and friends with Singapore at its heart. Learn more at www.singaporeglobalnetwork.gov.sg. 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.

Calling all product people – founders, product managers, product marketing managers, designers, etc. Come through for drinks, meet fellow product folks, and get to know our vibrant community! This event will be co-hosted by Merge and Karen Hsieh. The Friends of Lenny’s Newsletter community is for anyone building product, driving growth, or looking to uplevel their product career. The community includes 20,000+ PMs, founders, growth leaders, and builders. Join us at LennysNewsletter.com. Free drinks for the first ~50 attendees are courtesy of Merge.dev - Merge makes integrating with your customers' software vendors easy. Add hundreds of integrations to your B2B SaaS products with unified APIs for file storage, ticketing, CRM, ATS, HRIS, and accounting. 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.

Join the Ultimate Tech Party on October 9, 2025 Where tech meets vibes, fun, and culture! We're uniting 300+ tech professionals, founders, creators, innovators, investors, and industry leaders for an epic night of: - Music & Dance - Games & Fun - Networking & Collaborations Leave traditional conferences behind and experience an atmosphere where connections spark on the dance floor, and innovation meets rhythm and art. Hosted by www.travelbayonline.com Come for the networking, stay for the vibes, and leave with meaningful connections that spark future collaborations and fuel your growth! In partnership with Malaika.space. 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.

Join us in the Mission District for an immersive evening with Lightning AI, the team behind PyTorch Lightning ⚡️ We’re bringing together builders, founders, and investors for a workshop-meets-mixer where you’ll: ✨ Get hands-on with Lightning tools and see what’s possible 🕹️ Tackle creative challenges designed to test your problem-solving and teamwork 🏆 Compete for prizes, refuel with food + drinks, and celebrate wins 🤝 Make meaningful connections with engineers, founders, and investors driving the next wave of AI innovation 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.

[UPDATE: We’ll have immigration attorney Sophie Alcorn join us to answer all your questions about visas and green cards.] 👋 Moved to the U.S. to build or work in tech? This event is built for you. You know how much energy gets drained on visas, housing, credit, healthcare, all the basics. That's the real opportunity gap. Oyster is reshaping it with AI + community, so you can protect your most valuable resource: your focus & energy. 📅 ABOUT THE EVENT: At Oyster, we believe the best hacks come from each other. That’s why our first event for #SFTechWeek is all about building energy together. This night isn’t just Oyster → you. It’s people <> people: peers sharing hacks, stories, and energy while connecting on and off the padel court. We’ll share insider tips, play some padel (all levels welcome), and connect with people who truly get the journey. ✅ ATTENDEE TAKEAWAYS: • Learn what sets back global founders & hires in the U.S. • Walk away with hacks to save time, energy, and resources. • Experience Oyster’s community-first approach: the power of people helping each other. • Play padel at Bay Padel — Silicon Valley’s “new hotspot for tech networking” (SF Standard & CBS). All levels welcome. • Close the night with a relaxed brewery hang in Dogpatch. Space is limited (30 spots). RSVP fast to save your spot! 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.

This session explores the growing venture corridor linking San Francisco and India. We’ll bring together founders, investors, and operators to share playbooks on building across markets — from GTM strategies to capital flows — and discuss why cross-border innovation is becoming the next big unlock for global startups. 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. Organized by: Soumitra Sharma, Operators Studio (https://www.linkedin.com/in/soumitrasharma5/) Shivam Desai, CorridorX (https://www.linkedin.com/in/shivamdesai6/) Aryan Pareek, Alma (https://www.linkedin.com/in/aryanpareek04/)

An intimate gathering for in-depth technical discussion on end-to-end voice AI. Luis Paarup, HappyRobot’s CTO, will lead a panel of top industry experts in a forward-looking conversation on the future of voice AI. Joining him on stage: ∙ Scott Stephenson, Co-founder & CEO, Deepgram ∙ Amir Haghighat, Co-founder, Baseten ∙ Brandon Yang, Co-founder, Cartesia ∙ David Zhao, Co-founder & CTO, Livekit The discussion will open with the panelists sharing their perspectives, and then flow into an exchange with the audience, all over good food and drinks in a relaxed setting. This session is designed for engineers, researchers, and builders ready to go beyond surface-level talk. Join to dive into the challenges and opportunities of end-to-end voice AI, exchange ideas, and walk away with fresh insights from peers pushing the boundaries of the field. Space is limited, so RSVP early to secure your spot! 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 tech-week.com. --- By joining us, you agree that photos and videos may be taken at the event and used for event-related purposes.

Personalization has failed for over a decade - siloed, shallow, and blind to real human taste. LLMs can parse queries, but without personal grounding, they fail at product discovery for the long tail.

 Join PSYKHE AI - the psychographic infrastructure layer powering cross-platform personalization - along with Yana Routshtein, Group Director - Personalization at Walmart, and Bob Kupbens, CEO of StubHub International (ex-Apple, Target, Delta, Neiman Marcus, eBay), for an intimate dinner exploring how a “taste brain” MCP layer can make agentic personalization more personal, persistent, and proactive. 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

Join Brace Sproul (Head of Applied AI, LangChain.com), Shub Argha (Founding Solutions Engineer, Arcade.dev), and Visa (Angie Wang) for a fast, practical look at agents that actually do work in the real world. We will cover Ambient Agents in production (10 min), the authentication and authorization layer that makes enterprise actions safe and auditable (10 min), and Visa Intelligent Commerce with a deep dive on agent-driven purchases (10 min). Expect concrete demos and a closing Q&A. What makes this special is the end-to-end path: agents that detect low inventory, place and reconcile orders, enforce policy, and complete payments securely. Food and beverages will be provided. 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.

Join us for an evening at the edge of innovation, where founders, investors, and technologists come together to explore the frontiers of AI, robotics, defense, and privacy-preserving data technologies. This event will spotlight the future of signal and signal-less technologies; how we capture, protect, and reimagine data for the next generation of infrastructure in robotics, defense, and space. What to Expect Opening & Intros - Hear from the co-hosts shaping the space: RIFT-AR (privacy-first geospatial ML infrastructure) Arche Zero (total data automation) Fid Labs (AI agents for robotics) Pitching Session - 5 selected founders will deliver 5-minute pitches on cutting-edge AI/deeptech/data startups, with live Q&A from a panel of expert judges. Audience Choice Award - You decide the winner. Cast your vote via QR code. Networking & Music - After the pitches, stay for snacks, non-alcoholic and music in a relaxed environment designed to spark connections among investors, founders, and deeptech builders. Who Should Join Founders building AI, deeptech, or data-driven companies Early-stage & venture investors scouting bold ideas Engineers, technologists & students passionate about infrastructure and the future of data Why Attend Our goal is to create a high-energy yet thoughtful space where visionary ideas in AI and deeptech can be tested, challenged, and celebrated. By blending live pitching with real conversations on the role of data, privacy, and infrastructure, we’re building a stage for the next generation of breakthrough companies. This is an inclusive, engaging event, designed to give early-stage builders visibility in front of peers, investors, and technologists. About Hosts: RIFT-AR Technologies:(https://www.riftartech.com/) A New York–based startup developing privacy-preserving geospatial infrastructure that redefines real-time location accuracy beyond GPS. RIFT-AR builds foundational technology for the future of AR, robotics, logistics, and industrial systems through machine learning, sensor fusion, and ethical data frameworks. Arche Zero (https://archezero.com/): Arche Zero transforms complex data into clear, actionable intelligence by combining satellite insights, IoT sensors, and AI analytics. Arche Zero empowers financial institutions, insurers, and investors to manage risk, ensure compliance, and unlock new market opportunities in the evolving landscape of global finance. Fid Labs (https://www.fidlabs.ai/) Fid agents automate tedious robotics tasks like integrating sensors, searching through spec sheets, or triaging errors. Fid enables agents to understand your hardware stack, letting you automate busywork and focus on shipping robots faster. If you would like to submit your pitch and have a chance to present submit to: K.fedorowicz@riftartech.com By Oct 1st. 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.

☘️☘️ Only 140 spots available. First-come, first-served. Registration closes Tuesday, Oct 7 at 8pm. Don’t wait. ☘️☘️ We’re bringing another standout healthcare-focused event to SF Tech Week — designed for builders, researchers, and investors shaping the future of health. This evening will bring together the people rethinking how we care for ourselves and others — through science, software, and sheer founder grit. Our speakers will share what it really takes to build in one of the most complex and meaningful spaces of all. ⸻ What to Expect 🎤 A fireside chat with Max Marchione - Max is a co-founder of Superpower, the health AI super-app that just raised a $30M Series A (Forerunner & Susa). He’ll dive into biohacking for founders: peptides, longevity, and peak health. More about Max and Superpower: https://www.forbes.com/sites/dariashunina/2025/04/22/superpower-raises-30m-to-launch-worlds-first-health-super-app/ 🚀 Startup Pitch Session – 7 standout startups take the stage, selected from 100+ applications 🤝 Networking – Real conversations with founders, builders, and investors who care about doing things differently 🍵 Clean snacks, non-alcoholic drinks & cozy vibes ⸻ Expect meaningful content, great people, and ideas that just might change how we think about health. See you there. Apply to Pitch → https://whk06pk37nm.typeform.com/to/VAHjaC3v We’re selecting 7 startups innovating in healthcare, wellness, or human performance. Preference goes to teams that are: – Post–product-market fit – $500K+ raised or $100K+ ARR – Already delivering real value to users 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 ⸻ Past speakers have included: – Martin Kawalski (Stanford Sleep Researcher, Wearables Founder) – Jacob Peters (Founder of Superpower, investor in 50+ startups) …and many more across the Techstars, Stanford, and Launch House communities. ⸻ 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.

Join the Flowith community for an evening of sharing, inspiration, and hands-on demos. Flowith is a next-generation AI creation workspace built around a dynamic, canvas‑based interface—a visual space where ideas flow freely in multiple branches instead of being confined to linear chat threads. At this meetup, Flowith users—from early adopters to curious enthusiasts—will showcase how they’ve utilized features like: Flow Mode: an “infinite canvas” that allows simultaneous interaction with multiple AI models, editing nodes, branching discussions, and remixing outputs in real-time. Oracle (Agent Neo): an autonomous agent designed to plan and execute complex multi-step tasks—automatically breaking down assignments, invoking tools, and refining outputs with minimal manual prompt engineering. Knowledge Garden: an AI-powered knowledge base that transforms your uploaded documents, notes, and links into connected “Seeds”—improving retrieval accuracy and contextual relevance while reducing hallucinations. Expect fast-paced lightning talks, spontaneous demos, and open discussions that reflect the flexible, “flowing” nature of how we co-create with AI—on a canvas, not a chat window. Try Flowith here: https://flowith.io/ 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.

Headlamp Health and The Good Science Fund are inviting accredited investors and Angel investors to a panel event followed a light happy hour. The panel will feature Headlamp and others to discuss the role of data and precision mental health interventions in preventing adverse events in psychiatry. 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.

vCluster Game Night! Join the vCluster community for an evening of miniature golf, arcade games, and networking at Subpar Miniature Golf in Ghirardelli Square. Your ticket includes: ✔️ One full round of miniature golf ✔️ Arcade cards with unlimited games for 2 hours And if you’re a startup with less than $5M in annual recurring revenue sign up here for this amazing offer https://www.vcluster.com/startups Take a tour of San Francisco like you’ve never seen it before, one putt at a time. Each hole brings a local landmark to life, from iconic spots that first-time golfers will breeze through to tricky challenges that will test even the pros. Who it’s for: • vCluster users + customers in the Bay Area (or traveling in) • DevOps + IT teams exploring vCluster: the better Kubernetes distribution • Kubernetes users, operators and developers Come for the golf, stay for the conversations, and enjoy the perfect mix of tech, community, and play. 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.

Whether you’re in DevRel, product marketing, growth, community, or content, this happy hour is your spot to trade ideas, swap war stories, and connect with the people shaping how developers find and fall in love with new tech. 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.

Pssst, you. Yes, you. We know you can’t hear any more buzzwords like vibe coding and generative AI. And you’re searching for what’s REALLY next in AI. So Limy is here for you with the official refresher of a16z Tech Week! We’re honored to host Jitendra Kumar (Director, Agency & PE/VC Partnerships, US, at Google) and Michael Carney (Venture Capital & Private Equity Senior Partner Manager). They’ll bring their unique perspectives on the evolving world of AI Search. Get ready for bold ideas, sharp insights, and unfiltered conversations about the future of how we search, discover, and interact with information. This isn’t another surface-level talk - it’s the roadmap to what’s coming. Come for the vision, stay for the vibe: curated cocktails, elevated finger food, and a room full of people shaping the future. See you there. 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.

Forget what you know. Erase the calendar. Hidden Layers is a new kind of trip. It’s a mind-bending mashup of tech’s most daring minds, San Francisco’s underground art scene, and a soundtrack that will move you. We’re unearthing the city’s secret venues to create something real, something visceral, something more than a keynote speech or a name tag. This is where the layers of our culture are revealed, where new artifacts are formed. This isn't just an event; it's a necessary descent into the future. 6:00-7:00pm - Networking 7:00-7:30pm - Special Guest Speaker 7:30-9pm - Music About Efficient Frontier Labs: Building community through technology and events. Investing in teams, products, and AI solutions that capture the attention of consumers around the world. Consumer AI platform, Maia, awarded Best Buzz Builder by Lightspeed Venture Partners, Inworld, and OpenAI. About Sappot: Growth solutions for transformative companies. Harnessing the power of cutting edge technologies, Sappot leverages a global team of talented marketers, designers, and developers to drive performance for partners at scale. DJs, Artists, and Special Guest Speaker to be announced 10/6. Proceeds from the event will be donated to SF based causes. 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.

​​Event presented to you by genaimeetup.com. Sponsored by Roger Rappaport at swlaw.com. Checkout out our podcast.genaimeetup.com. Join our Discord discadia.com/gen-ai. ​Overview ​AI is integrating into every phase of the software development lifecycle. This shift requires a new set of tools designed for effective AI-human collaboration and automation. Get ready to see some companies building the next generation of developer tools in a series of rapid, 10-minute lightning talks. ​Presentations will cover the development stack, from AI-powered UI generation and high-performance IDEs to autonomous agents that can manage codebases, handle tasks, and optimize performance. ​Featured Tools - CodeRabbit (coderabbit.ai): Save engineering time with context-aware, line-by-line AI code reviews on every pull request. - ​Zed (zed.dev): An open-source, high-performance code editor built for speed and seamless AI integration. - ​Augment Code (augmentcode.com): Deploy autonomous agents that index your entire codebase to provide context-aware planning, building, and coding assistance. - ​Factory AI (factory.ai): Learn best practices & practical guidance for agent native development. - ​Codeflash (codeflash.ai): Automatically and continuously optimize your code for performance to reduce cloud costs and improve user experience. 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.

🌟 AI for Human Wellbeing Salon for Innovators, Founders, Funders and Fans 🌟 An evening of connection, creativity & human flourishing. AI and Wellbeing are often spoken about, but what we need now is more action, more startups, more initiatives coming alive and growing their impact. Join us for this lively discussion, matchmaking, and collective intelligence session to help AI for Wellbeing startups and initiatives unlock their next stage of growth and impact. Join us for an intimate gathering exploring the frontier of AI and human wellness. This salon is hosted by two founders creating technologies that uplift wellbeing, resilience, and human potential. ## This is an event of the Light Dao Community, a global network of innovators and investors who believe technology should serve humanity. Our community includes founders and builders dedicated to shaping solutions that truly enhance human flourishing. ## NOTE: The event is free, but contributions to cover food/event costs are welcomed. Facilitators: • Tevye Krynski, Founder & CEO of Digital Wisdom • David Munir Nabti, Founder & CEO of Bloom.pm 🌻 AI for Wellbeing Startups & Initiatives: We’ll select 10 to pitch at the event, highlighting key blockers to their next stages of growth and impact. If you’re interested in pitching, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/9wW2CsxwQ8LZz9476 ✨ AGENDA: ✨ 1. Introductions from Paul (our host) and Ruby (from Light Dao) 2. Light Dao Connection Experience 3. Introduction to our approach and concerns regarding AI and Wellbeing, from Tevye and Dave 4. Open discussion on AI & Wellbeing, for current & future generations 5. Project Pitches: 2 minutes per project, introducing the project and core blockers/challenges/needs 6. Collective Intelligence Breakouts by Project: People are invited to wander between them to share suggestions and opportunities for collaboration. 7. Full group harvest session, and invitations to upcoming events, collectives, and collaboration opportunities. We look forward to a lively discussion and contribution to us all building momentum to more individual, collective, and planetary wellbeing. ✨ WHAT TO EXPECT: ✨ • Inspiring conversations with pioneers applying AI to wellness and consciousness • A warm, social environment to connect with like-minded founders and values-aligned investors • Space for authentic exchange and genuine connection If you’re curious about the future of AI for human wellbeing and want to meet others who share these values, we welcome you to join us. 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 NOTE: The image was created based on an original photo taken by David Munir Nabti at Land's End, SF, and modified with AI and hand-prompting.

Join Health Engine for an engaging evening during #SFTechWeek! We’re hosting a panel featuring top founders and leading VCs who will share their insights on building and scaling transformative healthtech startups. They’ll dive into the latest trends shaping digital health, AI in medicine, and the strategies that help early-stage companies break through barriers. Expect candid stories of challenges overcome and lessons learned from the front lines of innovation. After the panel, stick around for a casual mixer and dinner, where you’ll connect with fellow innovators, investors, and entrepreneurs driving the future of tech and healthcare. Check us out at Health Engine! https://readysethealth.io/ 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.

Join us at our HQ during SF Tech Week for an open lab evening on brain decoding. We’re developing non-invasive technology using EEG and AI to translate brain signals into words, images, and sounds. You’ll be able to tour our lab, see the systems we use for experiments, and talk directly with our researchers and engineers. If you’re a technical builder curious about neurotech and BCIs or an investor interested in deep, world-shifting science, this is your chance to see the work up close! Light refreshments will be served. 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.

Show & Tell at Plymouth is a new monthly gathering where our community of builders, founders, and creatives share what they’re working on. Each month, three speakers give short talks on projects they’re building, followed by open Q&A. Meet friends over pizza, drinks, and dessert. This month’s speakers: - Ahmed Ahres — Co-founder at Nativ (a16z speedrun) - Niccolo Fusai — Ex-Technical staff at Physical Intelligence - Nicole Fitzgerald — Co-founder at Alpaca, acquired If you’d like to present for a future session, let us know. 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.

🚀 Spreadsheets are fine… if you like drowning. But investors (and your sanity) demand better. ​As part of SF Tech Week, Startup Intros, BridgeBank & ScaleSpark are hosting a panel that gets real about startup finances. We’ll talk about automating the grunt work, the alternative financing options that actually exist beyond the tired “bootstrap vs. VC” narrative, and why investors are done with vanity metrics and demand real-time numbers they can trust. ​If you’re serious about building a company that can survive the lean years and pass investor scrutiny, skip the fluff and join us. Panelists: Tejal Shah, VP Investment Banking, US Capital Global Tejal Shah brings to US Capital Global a strong background in financial services and asset management, along with expertise in capital raising and fostering high-value relationships with VIP clients. Ms. Shah’s career commenced at Merrill Lynch and Bank of America as a Wealth Manager and then left to co-founded Peninsula Wealth, a registered independent wealth management firm where she successfully oversaw $400 million in asset. With a decade of serial entrepreneurial experience in early-stage startups, Ms. Shah has successfully conceptualized, funded, launched, and scaled multiple businesses. Her profound grasp of the startup landscape encompasses business development, fundraising, and operations. Before her tenure at US Capital Global, Ms. Shah served as a limited partner at Refactor Capital and Halogen Ventures, both instrumental in evaluating startups for potential VC investments and offering strategic advice. Notably, she steered 555 Comic Co in San Francisco as COO, securing $6.1 million in venture capital. Her first startup was KidAdmit, pioneering venture capital funding in the early education market backed by some of the most well known venture capital firms including SV Angel, K9 Ventures, Urban Innovation Fund to name a few. Ms. Shah’s academic background includes a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Rochester, NY and started her career in technical roles in Product Design for Ford Motor Company, medical devices, and air pollution control systems. Serge Amouzou, CEO & Founder, Verza I'm all-in on Verza, an AI-powered financial co-pilot for the creator economy. We're solving the critical 'deal side' problem for creators—from smart contract management and accelerated payments to effortless tax prep and banking. In just a month and a half, Verza has shipped its MVP and gained early adoption from paying users, including top creators globally. We're building a revenue-driven, capital-efficient business designed for rapid scale. My journey to Verza began with Datatrixs, an AI insights platform, where valuable market learnings led to this focused pivot. Before that, I founded the FinTech company Delect, earning BBJ CEO of the Year in 2017 for my innovative work in streamlining restaurant operations and significantly increasing waitstaff earnings. ​🔑 What you’ll take away: ​Funding options that go beyond bootstrapping and can help you get to the next raise without dilution. ​How to automate your financial ops so you can get the real-time numbers you need and investors want. ​Strategies to move off spreadsheets and onto automation without losing your sanity (or your company). ​👥 Who should attend: ​Founders gearing up for the next raise. ​Operators and finance leads who want smarter systems, not more chaos. ​Startup teams’ sick of busywork and bad metrics. ​Finance and Ops teams who want to stop scrubbing data and start using real-time data strategically. ​ScaleSpark Founded by operators who've lived the startup chaos. They install your SparkStack so you can get back to building, hiring, and leading because you weren't funded to build your back office. ​BridgeBank is Silicon Valley's original startup bank. From pre-revenue to IPO, they've backed bold entrepreneurs with sophisticated financing and an understanding that growth takes time. ​Startup Intros is a media and intelligence platform that enables founders to connect with the right investors through warm introductions, signal-driven events, and a trusted email newsletter. Incubated at Context VC, we are on a mission to democratize funding and make the ecosystem more efficient. ​Context Ventures is an early-stage venture firm that backs leaders who seek context. We invest early, move fast, and stay hands-on to help transformative companies take root and grow, with 90% of our capital going to military veteran founders. 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.

Join GenerativeX for an exclusive showcase of our custom, enterprise-grade AI solutions. Our technology has already gained significant traction at exclusive industry events like Momentum and Pharma USA, and now we're bringing our proven productivity tools to Tech Week. This session will feature a live demonstration of our flagship AI, including our Excel Copilot, designed to automate complex workflows and unlock new efficiencies for leading enterprises. This is a unique opportunity to connect with the executive team responsible for delivering the next generation of AI and learn how your team can gain a competitive edge. Schedule: 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM: Arrival & Networking 6:30 PM - 7:15 PM: Executive Welcome & Live AI Showcase 7:15 PM - 8:30 PM: Open Networking & Q&A with the Team Hosted By: ● Hiroki Ida, Executive Officer: Former Merrill Lynch M&A leader with extensive experience in billion-dollar software acquisitions and IPOs for mega-ventures. ● Yoshiyuki Kuga, Executive Officer: Seasoned technology operator who has served as board member and CTO for multiple high-growth startups, leading sales, system development, and new business initiatives. ● Kenko Ueyama, Advisor: Leads AI strategy, having delivered solutions to over 20 enterprise clients. AI Consultant at Harvard's AI Institute and former large-scale project lead at Mitsubishi. MBA, Harvard Business School. 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.

Join us during SF Tech Week for an evening exploring how human intelligence powers AI training at scale (micro1) and shapes the future of applications. From frontier LLMs (Amazon AGI) to voice AI (Cartesia) and enterprise agents (Microsoft), leaders from across the AI ecosystem will share how expert data, human-centered design, and ethical guardrails are driving the next generation of AI. 📍 1 Sansome St, Skybar Penthouse 📅 Thursday, Oct 9 | 6–9pm ​6–7pm: Networking & Food/Drinks 7–8pm: Panel Discussion 8–9pm: Networking & Food/Drinks ​Drinks & light bites provided ​Panelists include: Ali Ansari (Founder of micro1) Arjun Desai (Co-Founder of Cartesia) Kevin Huang (Applied Scientist, Microsoft) Rob McGrorty (Product Lead at Amazon AGI Labs) Moderated by: Jules Qiu (Radical Ventures) Only people approved and on the list will be allowed in - tight security! 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.

Build your US startup the smart way: AI-powered tools, cross-border strategies, and real founder stories. The future of entrepreneurship is global, and increasingly powered by AI. Foreign founders are building some of the most innovative companies in the US, but navigating incorporation, banking, and immigration can make or break your momentum before you even start. What you'll learn: - The operational edge that separates startups that scale from those that stall - Immigration processing, banking approvals, and compliance workflows - Strategic cap table structuring when you're building across borders - Leveraging third-party platforms to streamline operations and keep your team focused on its core edge Panelists Andrea Baronchelli Co-Founder & CEO of Aspire, a Y Combinator-backed all-in-one finance operating system serving thousands of businesses across Southeast Asia. Previously part of Lazada's founding team as EVP and CMO, Andrea spent five years scaling the region's leading e-commerce platform before its acquisition by Alibaba. He brings battle-tested experience building category-defining companies across borders. Logan Jackonis Head of Ops and Services at Commenda, a global entity formation and compliance platform helping startups navigate cross-border incorporation. Logan brings hands-on experience solving the complex international compliance challenges that foreign founders face when entering the US market. Minn Kim Founder & CEO of Lighthouse, the fastest immigration solution for the world's top technical talent. Previously Partner at On Deck and Principal at Bloomberg Beta, Minn brings deep expertise in immigration, venture, and scaling startups. Based in San Francisco, she's also an avid triathlete and dinner party host. Moderated by Khanh Dang Join us for insights from founders who've built the infrastructure layer for cross-border entrepreneurship, and discover how AI is making it easier than ever to build globally. Agenda 6:00–6:30 PM | Arrivals + networking 6:30–7:30 PM | Panel: Cross-Border Entrepreneurship in the AI Era 7:30–8:30 PM | Networking + speaker mingling Register now and connect with the community building the future of global startups. 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.

​----------- 🃏 The Spice King’s Poker Nights at Techweek ----------- ​Founders, investors, LPs — the Spice King summons you. During Techweek, every night Sunday through Saturday, I’m hosting a private poker/founders lounge inside the sleek offices of AngelList. Yes, you read that right: poker in the house that built modern startup investing. ​I’ve teamed up with AngelList because there’s no better backdrop for big bets and bold bluffs. Think polished floors, startup lore, and the kind of place where “all-in” could mean your next round. ​*****Drinks & Snacks Included!***** ----------- CHOOSE YOUR FLAVOR: ​At the table (or around it), you’ve got three ways to play: ----------- ​- 10c/20c No-Limit Hold ’Em — for the poker-curious - ​1/1 No-Limit Hold ’Em — light sparring, the warm-up ring. ​- 5/5 No-Limit Hold ’Em — where the sharks circle and the pots get real. ​- Drinks & Socializing — because sometimes the best move is sitting back with a whiskey and letting others show their tells. ----------- ​Who Belongs Here ----------- ​Founders who’ve raised $1M+ (you’ve proven you can ante up). ​Investors & LPs who know that real deal flow happens after-hours. ​Anyone who understands that poker is about character, risk, and nerve. ​Why Show Up? ​Because you’ll learn more about someone’s true game in two hours here than in twenty pitch meetings. Because this is AngelList + the Spice King — two brands that don’t exactly do “casual.” And because in this room, even a losing hand might win you your next deal. ----------- ​The Ground Rules ----------- ​No sneaking in: This is badged-in, ID-checked, guest-list-only. If you’re not approved, you’re not crossing that lobby. ​Respect the seat: Take a spot, then ghost? You’ll be exiled from the Spice King’s future events. No second chances. ​Special guests: Each night will feature surprise players — the kind who don’t just play the game, they change it. ​Seats are scarce. The vibe is sharp. The room is swank. ​— Spice King of Zanzibar https://lu.ma/spicekingofzanzibar ——— RSVP TO OTHER POKER NIGHTS DURING TECHWEEK! ——— ——— RSVP TO OTHER POKER NIGHTS DURING TECHWEEK! ——— Mon Oct 6 - https://partiful.com/e/2s9AgbnP19mlXLQ4zi3C Tue Oct 7 - https://partiful.com/e/60mj0wQK2dFvfD32WS7A Wed Oct 8 - https://partiful.com/e/4lctWXCytcey9e4RyVtM Fri Oct 10 - https://partiful.com/e/GDPbUkJbQoOg06yzEaKR Sat Oct 11 - https://partiful.com/e/qXfdoYoNqdhuEGvouM64 ----------- 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.