Kicking the week off with curated investor networking over lunch, hosted by a16z speedrun and Billy Fauntleroy of CBRE during LA Tech Week.
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.
Goldhirsh Foundation, Bloomberg
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AI For Social Good
Century City
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Goldhirsh Foundation, Bloomberg
In this dynamic, two-part panel discussion, philanthropic and nonprofit leaders from Los Angeles and San Francisco join together in at Bloomberg LA in Century City. Audience Q&As follow each session. The event will start with arrivals at 9:30 am with coffee and refreshments, programming beginning at 10:00 am, and time for networking after the programming until 11:30 am.
In part one, about the big picture of AI for social good, Mark Gurman, managing editor at Bloomberg News, will moderate a short session featuring Tara Roth, president of the Goldhirsh Foundation, and Kendall Arthur, strategic partnerships at Fast Forward.
Part two immediately follows, and is about AI in practice. Moderator Jen García provides free-of-charge AI workshops, training, and consulting to the Los Angeles nonprofit community on behalf of the Goldhirsh Foundation, where she serves as AI executive-in-residence. Joining her on stage are social impact leaders and practitioners from LA and San Francisco, including Quan Huynh, executive director of Defy Ventures in Southern California and Mary Zhu, founder & executive director of Develop for Good.
Topics expected to arise during the event include: What real-world problems are nonprofits solving with AI right now? Where is AI really making a difference beyond the hype? How can the innovative greater tech community build AI tools for social impact? What does responsible, ethical, and community-centered AI adoption look like? How can we make LA/SF national beacons in AI for impact? What projects are currently in development in our most influential cultural sectors?
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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Institutional Investor Evening Social
Hosted by Iris Family Office, join us for an exclusive Tech Week reception tailored for institutional investors, including pensions, endowments, and foundations, focused on emerging opportunities in artificial intelligence and quantum computing. The evening will foster thoughtful discussion around deal flow, allocation strategies, and long-term exposure to frontier technologies. Attendance is limited to ensure a collegial, high-value dialogue among institutional peers.
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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US-APAC Capital Bridges: Funding AI & Biotech in 2025–26
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[LA]
Game Developer Lunch & Learn: Scaling, Discovery, and the Future of Play
Join Xsolla for a Game Developer Lunch & Learn: Scaling, Discovery, and the Future of Play during LA Tech Week 2025. This event will bring together developers, publishers, and industry professionals for a midday gathering in Santa Monica/Westside area.
The program runs from 11am-2pm and kicks off with networking over lunch, followed by two thought-provoking panels designed to explore the biggest challenges and opportunities in today’s gaming ecosystem. Panel topics will include:
Beyond the Game: Turning Devs into Global Entrepreneurs – how indie and mid-tier studios can expand globally, diversify business models, and build sustainable revenue streams.
Next-Gen Discovery: How Players Find Games Today – strategies for reaching players in a privacy-first world, from creative testing and influencer marketing to new data-driven tools.
We’ll close with open networking and conversation, giving attendees the chance to connect with peers and partners.
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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AI Leaders Dinner
Light DAO, Digital Wisdom, Lifespark Labs
[SF]
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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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3D Playtest Night + Speaker Series
Join us for an evening of 3D creativity, games, and community!
Kaedim is creating a stage for indie studios and professional artists to showcase their work, share pipeline knowledge, and connect with peers — because scaling 3D production is an industry-wide challenge. 👾
🎮 This special showcase will feature playable 3D games—a mix of finished projects and works-in-progress—created by talented indie developers and studios. Attendees will get hands-on time with the games, vote for their favorites, and connect directly with the creators.
🎤 Alongside the playtesting, we’re hosting a behind-the-scenes talk exploring the craft and tools that bring 3D worlds to life.
Speaker Lineup
● Vladimir Petkovic —Senior Creative 3D Evangelist at Adobe
● Dominique Wu —XR creator, AI strategist, educator, and author of Spatial Design: Breaking the 2D Paradigm
● Stay Tuned for MORE!
Schedule:
7:00-7:30: Doors Open & Opening Ceremony 🎉
7:30-8:30: Speaker Series 🎙️
8:30-9:30: Game Booth Exploration & Vote 🗳️
9:30-10:00: Closing & Award Winner Reveal 🏆
More details to follow! Learn more about Kaedim here: https://www.kaedim3d.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.
Hands On Angel LLC, KOO Capital
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$10K Elevator Pitch Competition
West Hollywood
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Hands On Angel LLC, KOO Capital
🛗 One VC. One elevator. 20 seconds. ⏱️
Now with a $10,000 non-dilutive prize from HelpBnk.
Pre-seed & seed founders: this is THE LA Tech Week moment. Step into an elevator with a VC, land your 20-second pitch, then head to the rooftop to keep the convo going.
What’s new:
HelpBnk x Pitch Lift LA: $10,000 non-dilutive award for the top pitch.
15+ VCs on site, curated and ready to listen.
High-signal room: founders + investors, no fluff.
How it works:
Pitch a VC inside an actual elevator (20 seconds—make it count).
Join a virtual coaching tune-up beforehand to sharpen your story.
Your pitch is filmed & projected for live feedback and learning.
We’ve run five Pitch Lifts to date—driving real intros and millions in term sheets. If you’re ready to cut the fluff and capture interest in seconds, this is your room.
Apply/RSVP now. Capacity is limited.
Media & comms: This event will be photographed/recorded. By attending, you consent to the use of your image/voice in event content and marketing.
Updates: Attendees may receive our bi-weekly Pitch Lift newsletter; unsubscribe anytime.
We’re excited to have you at The Pitch Lift LA—get ready to refine your pitch and elevate your startup! 🚀
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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South Asian Paddle & Connect
Marina del Rey
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American South Asian Network
Networking meets paddleboarding. Tech Week, the South Asian way.
Make waves before the meetings. Start your Tech Week morning with calm waters, fresh air, and great company in Marina del Rey. Paddleboard or kayak alongside South Asian professionals, creatives, and investors in a relaxed, wellness-focused setting.
No experience needed - just bring your sense of adventure.
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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[LUNCHEON] Explore AI's Impact on Finance
Senior leaders in Finance, we invite you to join Pigment for an invitation-only executive luncheon to explore practical use cases for AI in finance and learn how AI is revolutionizing financial planning and performance management.
Save your seat at the executive luncheon and:
- Gain firsthand insights into AI’s impact on financial leadership
- Power strategic decisions with real-time, reliable data across functions
- Break down data silos to foster collaborative finance
- Network with peers and explore real-world AI applications in finance
- Leverage AI-driven analytics to anticipate market shifts and optimize performance for a competitive edge
We've got your ride covered! Enjoy complimentary credits for easy travel to the event.
This event is a part of #LATechWeek—a week of events hosted by VCs and startups to bring together the tech ecosystem. Learn more at www.tech-week.com.
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Intro to Speedrun for Builders, Hackers and Designers
Join our breakfast for highly technical engineers at the beginning of the startup idea maze. Come meet the a16z speedrun team, including General Partner Andrew Chen, get to know founders, and learn what it takes to build a company that could get funded by a16z speedrun, all over waffles and acai bowls.
This event is for engineers who are in school or within five years of graduating. Apply now to learn more.
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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.
TechTable by Cyber Pop-up
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AI-matched private dinners with TechTable
Santa Monica
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TechTable by Cyber Pop-up
You're Invited to a TechTable hosted during Los Angeles Tech Week!
Join us for an exclusive networking dinner designed to connect like-minded tech professionals using our AI-algorithm. This is your opportunity to build meaningful relationships, spark engaging conversations, and enjoy a memorable evening.
We can’t wait to host you at TechTable!
Reserve your seat now and get ready for an evening of inspiration and connection!
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.
Tired of the same old conference rooms and happy hours? Escape the noise of SF Tech Week for an evening of authentic connection, inspired by the legendary tech scene in Helsinki.
🔥 Only 15 spots available for a curated group of tech founders, investors, and executives. 🔥
In Finland, the sauna is where barriers come down. It's a no-fluff zone for unfiltered conversation, a place where mutual trust is built, bonds are formed, and deals are made. We're bringing that exact ethos to San Francisco. Forget the elevator pitches and forced small talk, this is about genuine connection in a uniquely relaxed setting.
Come ready for real conversations and some steamy deals.
How to Join & What to Know:
- RSVP is Essential: Please RSVP on this page to secure your spot on the curated guest list. Actual admission is subject to venue's occupancy limit.
- Venue Entry Fee: To access the facility, you will need to purchase a pass directly upon arrival. The cost is approximately $70. Your RSVP here confirms your spot with our group but does not cover the venue fee.
- What to Bring: You must bring a valid, government-issued ID for entry.
- What's Provided: The venue will provide you with towels and flip-flops.
- What to Wear: A swimsuit is optional. The venue follows traditional European bathing culture; please participate at a level that is comfortable for you.
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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Xavvi: The Next Wave
