UCLA Anderson - Entrepreneur Association, NEXT Membranes
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Bruin Innovation Happy Hour
Santa Monica
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UCLA Anderson - Entrepreneur Association, NEXT Membranes
LA tech week happy hour hosted by UCLA Anderson Entrepreneur Association and Andertech
Featuring presence from early stage UCLA ecosystem startups such as NEXT Membranes (others to be confirmed)
Food and beverage will be provided for all accepted 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.
PwC, Cooley LLP, Marsh, Donnelley Financial Solutions (DFIN)
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From Chaos to Capital: Navigating Fundraising in the Age of AI
Santa Monica
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PwC, Cooley LLP, Marsh, Donnelley Financial Solutions (DFIN)
In today’s challenging economic environment, capital formation is evolving as investors and entrepreneurs navigate heightened uncertainty and shifting market dynamics and the explosion of AI. As investors and entrepreneurs grapple with economic headwinds and the AI revolution, strategic resilience is more critical than ever. Join us for a timely conversation with top-tier investors, founders, and advisors as we explore:
- The evolving capital landscape
- Investment trends and opportunities on the horizon
- The "last mile" to IPO readiness
By fostering dialogue and insight, this event aims to illuminate the path forward, guiding stakeholders to navigate and harness AI-driven innovations and investment opportunities to fuel sustained growth and transformative success.
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Round table discussion: Automotive in cabin retail moment
✨ NoowX is redefining how Gen Z shops jewelry and fashion—fusing AI, AR try-on, and cultural storytelling into a seamless digital experience.
🚀 Join us as we unveil our vision, connect with early supporters, and engage with experts from leading global automobile companies. Together, we’re building the future of shopping.
This showcase is part of #SFTechWeek—a week of founder- and VC-led events bringing together the tech ecosystem. Learn more at www.tech-week.com.
Inception Studio, Creator Check
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Roast my product
SOMA
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Inception Studio, Creator Check
Got a B2C product? Let a product designer and a consumer founder roast it in front of everyone and call your baby ugly. If you’re brave, you’ll learn something. If not, at least you can eat some popcorn while you watch someone else get dragged. Don't come if you can't take the heat 🔥
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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Surf Parks & Wave Pools: From Doja Cat to Mark Zuckerberg
Presented by Day One Surf and Surflytics:
An inside look at the surf park and wave pool industry.
1. Why are people pouring billions of dollars into wave pools?
2. Why did Doja Cat and Mark Zuckerberg get on board?
3. How are surf parks redefining wellness, the experience economy, and real estate?
Currently growing 80% year over year with over $1B invested last year alone, the surf park sector is poised to reshape how people experience surfing, wellness, and leisure.
By the end of this event you will understand:
- the financial state of the global surf park market
- technologies powering the wave pools and operations
- what's missing from the industry & how you can fill the gaps
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Val S. K., founder of Surflytics, will share primary research across the global surf park industry including concrete data and detailed insights from behind the scenes interviews with surf park executives from her forthcoming book Surf Parks & Wave Pools Around the World.
(Use code LATECHWEEK for 30% off)
A former software engineer, Val built and maintains Surf Park DB--the world's most comprehensive public database on surf parks covering technology trends, market growth, real estate models, and the new category of recreation-driven developments.
Light lunch provided. Ideal for founders, investors, developers, and anyone curious about where surf, tech, and real estate intersect.
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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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Mastering Viral Content for Founders / Product Launch
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Chroma Awards - LATW Party (Invite Only)
Sponstar, Jadeva, Arbitrum
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Female Founders & Funders: Official Treasure Hunt
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Sponstar, Jadeva, Arbitrum
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Berkeley Builders Makeathon
The barrier between a great idea and a functional product is getting smaller every day.
The modern builder is an architect, a director, and a visionary. Their most powerful collaborator is AI.
We're hosting a one-day makeathon to prove it. Teams will form, pick up AI native tools, and race to build. A few hours later: quick demos, prizes, and the satisfaction of shipping something real.
For the students and recent grads (≤5 years) in engineering, design, and product who are ready to build 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.
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Off the Record: Quiet Opportunities in AI
A private gathering for those building what others haven’t noticed yet
We’re bringing together 50 founders, researchers, and investors for a private event in Napa Valley.
No stages. No press. Just real conversations about where the next wave of AI value is hiding and how to build for it before the noise sets in.
This isn’t about echoing what’s trending. It’s about surfacing the underexplored, the overlooked, and the underbuilt.
What to expect
• A curated group of 50 builders, alignment researchers, AI infra founders, and select investors
• Fireside panel with researchers from leading frontier AI labs
• Relaxed setting with great wine, great food, and high-signal conversations
• Optional 7-minute lightning talks on what others might be sleeping on
Lazo, Vouch, The Founders House
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Founder Paddle League by Lazo
SOMA
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Lazo, Vouch, The Founders House
The Pizza Club Experience: craft, connect & enjoy 👨🍳🍕
Be part of an evening where flavor meets community. Discover the joy of crafting your own pizza —stretch the dough, play with fresh toppings, and watch it transform in the oven.
Alongside your creation, enjoy carefully paired drinks that elevate every bite. This is a curated experience designed to spark genuine connections✨, bringing together inspiring founders, creatives, and investors in an atmosphere that’s as relaxed as it is energizing.
📌Limited spots. Invitation only.
About Lazo
Lazo supports startups with everything they need to grow — from accounting and legal to fundraising — so teams can focus on building. With AI-powered tools and a thriving global community, we’re more than back-office support: we’re your co-pilot on the path to scale.
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.
Cap Table Coalition, Sisters With Ventures, Emmeline Ventures
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Resilience and Reinvention: Capital Strategies for a Shifting Landscape
Culver City
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Cap Table Coalition, Sisters With Ventures, Emmeline Ventures
Building Bridges for women investors #LATechWeek 2025 —a powerful convening that amplifies the voices and strategies of women of color investors.
Building on the momentum from last year’s historic gathering, where we hosted California State Controller Malia M. Cohen as keynote speaker, this year we turn our focus to actionable solutions in a moment of heightened challenges.
Women investors continue to face systemic barriers in raising and deploying capital. This year’s brunch will spotlight innovative pathways for capital access—including philanthropy, donor-advised funds, and alternative investment vehicles—designed to meet the urgency of now.
This is more than a brunch—it’s a catalyst for deal-making, coalition-building, and collective strategy. Together, we’ll explore how we can turn obstacles into opportunities and continue shaping a more equitable venture ecosystem designed by and for women. This is an event designed by and for women investors.
Thank you to our sponsors and hosts:
VC CFO
https://vc-cfo.com/
Cooley
https://www.cooley.com/
Withum
https://www.withum.com/
Sisters with Ventures
Cap Table Coalition
Emmeline Ventures
GIft Bag Sponsors:
Jo Phillipe Fragrances
www.jophillipe.com
Chado Tea Room
www.chadotearoom.com
Smol Dream Lab
www.smoldreamlab.com
This event is a part of #LATechWeek—a week of events hosted by VCs and startups to bring together the tech ecosystem. Learn more at www.tech-week.com.
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Startup Social Club
Will your next milestone come from one more line of code, or a handshake?
Startup Social Club is your excuse to ditch the calendar and hang with other founders, operators, and VCs.
No pitches, no panels — just good people and better convos.
Brought to you by Caladan (www.trycaladan.com) — turning companies into AI-Powered machines.
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.
Microsoft, LinkedIn, Ramp, Reach Security
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[Enterprise Unlocked: Startup Playbooks That Win]
SOMA
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Microsoft, LinkedIn, Ramp, Reach Security
