LaFamilia Foundation, Act One Ventures, Origin Ventures, 2045 Ventures, Chingona Ventures
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Cafecito LA Tech Week
Santa Monica
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LaFamilia Foundation, Act One Ventures, Origin Ventures, 2045 Ventures, Chingona Ventures
Welcome to LA! This intimate cafecito kicks off LA Tech Week with warmth, connection, and cafecito-fueled conversation. Before the week gets hectic, we’re creating a space for founders, funders, and operators to gather, reconnect, and ground themselves in community at a Latino-owned local favorite spot right on the Venice boardwalk!
Thank you to our sponsors, J.P. Morgan, Pilot, and Juniper Square for making this event possible!
JPMorgan is a global financial services leader, serves individuals, businesses, institutions, and governments across more than 100 countries. Their offerings span consumer & community banking (through Chase), investment & commercial banking, asset & wealth management, and securities and financial transaction services, tailored to empower communities and drive inclusive economic growth.
Pilot is an outsourced accounting and finance firm that works with many SMBs & venture-backed companies throughout the U.S. They partner with their clients by providing bookkeeping, tax, and strategic / fractional CFO support.
Juniper Square is a leading provider of connected software and fund administration services for the private investment markets, primarily serving General Partners (GPs) in real estate, private equity, and venture capital.
Community Partners:
-Act One Ventures
-Origin Ventures
-2045 Ventures
-Chingona Ventures
LaFamilia Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit that seeks to close the resource gap for Latine founders and investors by bringing together Latine startups, venture capitalists, and aligned ecosystem partners.
-VCFamilia: The largest community of Latine venture capitalists in the world.
-FounderFamilia: The largest community of Latine venture backed founders in the world.
-AngelFamilia: recently launched community of Latine angel investors investing in the United States.
Please remember our Code of Conduct:
LaFamilia is a powerful global network that is asynchronous and multifaceted, and it is crucial that all participants in the community are respectful and courteous towards others. We want you to be active in this community because it is filled with awesome people doing game-changing work and an incredible opportunity to build your network.
-Please be supportive and helpful in all your interactions
-Always engage positively with other members
By RSVPing to this event, you agree to receive updates, newsletters, and marketing communications from LaFamilia Foundation. You can unsubscribe at any time.
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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Vision to Venture - AI Media Showcase powered by Google AI
Join Google during LA Tech Week for “Vision to Venture: AI in Media Showcase,” - designed to connect the entertainment industry’s most innovative startups with leading investors and enterprise partners. This showcase will feature cutting-edge product demos, insightful fireside chats, and curated networking opportunities to explore the future of AI in media.
Agenda:
Hear Google’s vision for collaborative creativity — where industry partners, startups, and Google co-develop the next generation of AI-powered solutions. Learn how we’re bridging the ecosystem to drive real transformation.
Panel 1: Capital, Creativity & Commercial Need
A candid conversation with venture capital, enterprise leaders, and Google experts on the future of AI in media & entertainment — from adoption challenges to market-shaping opportunities.
Demo: Cloud AI Solutions
See Google AI tools in action with a live demo of Veo and Gemini applied to real M&E use cases. Discover the technical capabilities reshaping how content is created, scaled, and monetized.
M&E Startup Showcase: Meet the AI Futures Fund Innovators
Get a front-row seat to the future of entertainment as three trailblazing startups from Google's AI Futures Fund portfolio take the stage. See firsthand how Promise Studios, Toonstura, and OpusClip are building on Google AI to shape the next wave of media.
Panel 2: Cultural Intelligence in the Age of AI
How are creators, and marketers leveraging AI to produce culturally authentic, Gen Z–resonant stories? Join top creators, marketing leaders, and Google leaders for a conversation on the intersection of culture and technology.
Spark Talk
Close out with practical best practices from top industry dealmakers on building transformative partnerships. Learn how to work with the key players, identify game-changing solutions, and scale impact.
Networking
Engage with startups, VCs, enterprise partners, and Google teams. Connect with the people shaping the future of media & entertainment AI.
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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Flowith User Meetup: Go With the Flow
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 #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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Private VIP Dinner with ElevenLabs
Stubbs Alderton & Markiles, LLP
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Elevated Spirits: SA&M Tech Week Exclusive Mixer
Marina del Rey
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Stubbs Alderton & Markiles, LLP
Elevate your Tech Week experience at our exclusive gathering at Old Lightning. Network with fellow VCs and LPs while savoring a carefully curated selection of rare spirits. Forge valuable connections in an intimate setting that blends the worlds of tech investment and craft distilling.
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.
American South Asian Network
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Pritam: A Musical Legend - Live in Concert
Santa Monica
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American South Asian Network
Join us for a spectacular evening with Pritam, the legendary National Award-winning Bollywood music director whose career spans over two decades and includes music for 200+ films. Backed by a powerhouse ensemble of nine renowned singers and a live band, this is more than a concert — it's an unforgettable celebration of music, culture, and community, all for a meaningful cause.
✨ Want to attend as part of an ASAN group?
RSVP here and let us know your preferred price range.
We have tickets from $505 to $94, with group seating options we’re actively exploring. This helps us coordinate seating and potentially secure discounts or upgrades.
🎟️ Ticket Tiers: $505, $500, $305, $204, $164, $144, $94.
This event is a part of #LATechWeek—a week of events hosted by VCs and startups to bring together the tech ecosystem. Learn more at www.tech-week.com.
Light DAO, Digital Wisdom, Lifespark Labs
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AI for Human Wellbeing
Downtown (SF)
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Light DAO, Digital Wisdom, Lifespark Labs
🌟 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.
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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.
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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.
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Founders Scaling in AI
Amplitude for Startups is hosting an exclusive fireside chat featuring three visionary founders who have successfully navigated the dynamic landscape of AI entrepreneurship. This event offers a unique opportunity to gain insights from industry leaders who have built and scaled innovative AI startups. Lunch will be provided during the event.
Featuring
* Vinay Ayyala: Co-founder and CTO of Command AI, YC Startup acquired by Amplitude in 2024.
* Frank Lee: Co-founder of Inari, an AI startup, YC Startup acquired by Amplitude in 2025.
* Jodi Anderson: Co-founder of Rezme, an AI HR hiring platform and winner of the 2025 NBA All-Star Pitch Competition.
* Leandrew Robinson, Co-founder of PosterChild AI, Colorwave, and YC Startup, Hingeto, acquired by DiCentral in 2020.
Scaling a Startup in an AI landscape
Our esteemed founders will share their experiences and perspectives on "Building in the Age of AI." They will delve into the challenges, triumphs, and key lessons learned while developing cutting-edge AI solutions and successfully navigating the startup journey.
Post-event Networking
Following the fireside chat, we invite you to stay for a networking reception where you can connect with founders, investors, and startup ecosystem attendees.
This event is a part of #LATechWeek—a week of events hosted by VCs and startups to bring together the tech ecosystem. Learn more at www.tech-week.com.
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VioletX x USC CybOrg Mixer
VioletX and USC Cyborg are excited to host a young professionals mixer during LA Tech Week — an evening designed for connection, collaboration, and community at the crossroads of cybersecurity and innovation.
Enjoy drinks and appetizers while networking with founders, students, and rising leaders in tech. The night will also feature guest speakers from VioletX and USC, sharing insights on building in cybersecurity, compliance, and the future of technology.
Come ready to meet peers, exchange ideas, and be part of a community that’s shaping what’s next.
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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Startup seed and pre-seed funding through grants
Hawthorne
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Ekvacio Venture Services
Are you fundraising for your startup or venture, but interested in holding on to your equity? If your response to the following three questions is "Yes", this event* is for you!
Are you a present or prospective co-founder or employee of a US-based startup?
Is your company considered a small business with 500 or fewer employees?
Do you have at least one of the following: (1) Initial prototype or promising data; (2) Customers or documented customer discovery/market study; (3) Initial funding from any source ?
Did you know that major companies such as Qualcomm and Amgen got started with the help of SBA (SBIR / STTR) grant funding? Grants are an excellent way to get seed- and pre-seed funding for projects deemed too risky by other investors.
To be sure: the effort seems daunting, and startups or small businesses often spend the equivalent of one full-time position or more just on writing grants, only to be rejected due to erroneous interpretation of opaque instructions, or “unwritten rules” of the agencies.
Preparation is therefore key! We will provide an overview of grant options available to startups and ventures, and how to position yourself, your startup, and your team for fundability.
We will cover:
1) SBA: Zero Equity and up to $3 Million for Standard Projects - SBIR/STTR overview across the agencies and alternatives
2) Eligibility: prerequisites for the venture and the proposal/project team
3) Example 1: National Science Foundation grants: from deep tech to AI topics and everything in between.
4) Example 2: National Institutes of Health: from dental health to oncology, clinical trials optional!
5) What is truly important in my proposal, depending on the agency?
6) Political risks and evolving grant roadmaps: what does the rapidly changing federal funding landscape mean for me?
7) Alternatives to SBA grants and international opportunities through joint ventures
This event is a part of #LATechWeek—a week of events hosted by VCs and startups to bring together the tech ecosystem. Learn more at www.tech-week.com.
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The Federal GTM Playbook
Selling to the federal government isn’t just another form of B2B – it’s its own battlefield. Bureaucracy, inefficiencies, and legacy players block the way, but for those who can crack the market, the prize is huge: billions in contracts and missions that matter.
Across four tightly focused panels, seasoned founders, investors, and operators reveal the unclassified playbook for winning in the federal market. Whether you’re a startup looking to land your first contract, an investor betting on American dynamism, or an executive scaling a federal practice, you’ll walk away with what you need to succeed.
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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Santa Monica Fireside Dinner for LA TechWeek
VioletX invites you to enjoy quality company and conversation during LA Tech Week with a good meal amongst local, established operators.
This is a private, invite-only dinner in Santa Monica. This event is a part of #LATechWeek - a week of events hosted by VCs and startups to bring together the tech ecosystem. https://www.tech-week.com/
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Arc5Ventures Launch (ft Parlevel)
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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LOST iN Sunset Sail: Navigating the Tides of the Creator Economy & Media
Set sail on an evening yacht cruise around the beautiful marina with LOST iN, where time slows, the wine flows, and conversation thrives.
Join creators, media professionals, and innovators for an intimate discussion on the future of the creator economy, exploring trends like AI-driven content, niche communities, and evolving platform strategies.
Enjoy gourmet catering and fine wine while networking with like-minded visionaries in an inspiring, picturesque setting.
DATE: Saturday, October 18
TIME: 5 - 8:30 pm, arrive promptly
ARRIVE: Marina Del Rey (details to come)
BOAT: Magic Hour yacht
HOST: Jon Skogmo, LOST iN Founder
ATTIRE: Smart-casual; no shoes on board.
Evenings may be cool, so bring a light jacket.
Please RSVP to get on our waitlist and potentially be released a ticket – if a ticket is released, you’ll receive a confirmation email.
Space is extremely limited.
LOST iN is a global lifestyle and travel media brand that creates curated city guides, digital content, and immersive experiences.
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.
🚀 Looking to join a fast-growing startup—or to hire exceptional talent?
Join Open Atlas, NTG Events, and Julius Ritter for the Startup Job Fair at SF Tech Week. This curated event connects Seed to Series B startups with top technical, operational, and GTM talent.
You’ll get the chance to meet innovative startups including:
- Lindy AI
- Luminal
- Paraform
- Mission Bit
- Next Gen Click
- Scorecard
- Hippocratic
- Two Dots
- Morph LLM
- Conduit
- Emissary
- Finni Health
- Radion
- Nitrode
- SalesPatriot
- Blok
…and 20 more high-growth companies actively hiring during SF Tech Week.
Who Should Attend
Startups
✅ Actively hiring in engineering, design, growth, or ops
✅ Want to meet high-quality candidates face-to-face
✅ Prefer high-intent talent over generic pipelines
👉 Interested in having your startup join? Email us at namansehgal724@gmail.com to secure your spot.
Job Seekers
✅ Looking to join a fast-growing startup
✅ Prefer meeting founders & recruiters directly
✅ Exploring roles in AI, engineering, growth, or design
Roles Hiring For
- AI & ML Engineering
- Back-End, Front-End, Full-Stack
- Growth & GTM
- Product Design & UX
Perks for Employers
🌟 Concierge support with talent pre-matching
🌟 Direct access to top-tier candidates
🌟 Brand exposure through SF Tech Week promotions
Partners
nSpire AI: Meet Theo, your AI coach for sharper resumes, stronger intros, and smarter applications. Start now for a resume tune up so recruiters see your best: https://web.nspire.ai/sign-up?promo=SF-Tech
GoElite: A leading international education agency helping global talent access U.S. university programs with study + work authorization pathways.
The Build Fellowship: A nationally recognized cap-exempt H1B visa fellowship with a 99% approval rate, offering work visa pathways for global talent.
Boundless Immigration – Our premier partner for immigration and visa support. Boundless will be offering one-on-one consultations for any visa related questions (including OPT, H1B, O1A, EB1A & more) during the event
This event is 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.
🎟 Limited spots available — register now!
