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BRAINS: Neurotech, AI, BCIs
Third Prime, AWS, First Resonance
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First & Third | A HardTech Happy Hour
El Segundo
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Third Prime, AWS, First Resonance
Join First Resonance and Third Prime for an evening of drinks, conversation, and HardTech connection.
As part of LA Tech Week, we're gathering operators, founders, and investors building the future of industrial innovation. Come meet others working at the intersection of AI and the physical world – and help us toast the momentum of this growing ecosystem.
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First Resonance (firstresonance.io) builds the ION Factory OS, the leading Factory OS powering leading manufacturers in aviation, energy, automotive, and more. Its flexibility, first-class API, and data platform allow manufacturers to conduct the day-to-day operations in the factories and connect workflows to power modern operations from production to supply chain procurement and quality.
Third Prime (thirdprime.vc) is an early-stage venture capital firm focused on IndustrialTech, FinTech, and Digital Health. Third Prime builds concentrated portfolios behind high-conviction themes and works closely with its portfolio founders to optimize outcomes throughout the investment lifecycle.
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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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Investing in Music’s Future Through Advocacy & Innovation
Investing in Music’s Future Through Advocacy & Innovation
Join us for a transformative event during LA Tech Week 2025, hosted by Sagos Distro, BMO, A16z, a and Solid Gold Global in partnership with leading organizations including The Recording Academy, BMI, National Music Publishers’ Association and Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce.
This hybrid gathering now delves deeper into the intersections of music, film, real estate, and collectibles, championing creativity while advocating for fair compensation, intellectual property (IP) enforcement, and equitable tech access. Attendees will explore music and film IP as an alternative asset class, including strategies for wealth generation through fractional ownership, merchandise with high resale value, and innovative real estate opportunities tied to cultural venues.
Event Details:
Title: Investing in Music’s Future Through Advocacy & Innovation
Format: Keynote address, interactive panel discussion, Q&A session, and networking reception
Audience: Targeted at family offices/private equity firms, venture capitalists (VCs), tech/media executives, investors, policymakers, legal professionals, advocacy groups, media/PR companies, politicians (including representatives from the Senator’s office), and industry leaders from organizations like The Recording Academy (Grammys), and More.
Purpose: To foster innovation and advocacy, highlighting investment opportunities in music and film IP while discussing legislative efforts to unlock new revenue for creators. This event positions music catalogs as a stable alternative asset class akin to real estate, offering insights into high-yield strategies, collectible merchandise, venue ownership, and ecosystem fractionalization amid evolving tech landscapes.
The event will emphasize practical, actionable insights, drawing on real-world examples from catalog investments, emerging technologies like AI and blockchain, and ongoing advocacy for policies that could transform the industry. New additions include discussions on lucrative merchandise (e.g., collectible cars and items with resale value), real estate opportunities in music/film venues, and strategic “loopholes” like tax incentives for securing and leasing large buildings through cultural assets.
The event will emphasize practical, actionable insights, drawing on real-world examples from catalog investments, emerging technologies like AI and blockchain, and ongoing advocacy for policies that could transform the industry. Expect thought-provoking discussions on how financial and legal stakeholders can push and lobby for reforms, potentially unlocking over $400 billion in royalties for catalog holders through bills like AMFA.
The event will emphasize practical, actionable insights, drawing on real-world examples from catalog investments, emerging technologies like AI and blockchain, and ongoing advocacy for policies that could transform the industry. Expect thought-provoking discussions on how financial and legal stakeholders can push and lobby for reforms, potentially unlocking over $400 billion in royalties
Detailed Topics and Themes
The agenda revolves around music and film IP as an alternative asset class, focusing on strategies to invest, monetize, and increase revenue from catalogs. Key sub-themes include:
Catalog Investments as Capital Storage and Revenue Generators: Explore how music and film catalogs serve as resilient assets, providing steady income through royalties and acting as hedges against market volatility. Discussions will cover valuation methods, portfolio diversification, and case studies of high-profile acquisitions (e.g., by private equity firms).
Reselling Catalogs for Capital Gains: Insights into buying, enhancing, and flipping catalogs for profit, including market timing, due diligence, and tax implications. Panelists will share success stories from recent deals and predict future trends in catalog trading.
Sync Licensing for Film, TV, Gaming, and Commercials: Dive into the lucrative world of synchronization rights, where music enhances visual media. Topics include negotiating deals, leveraging platforms for discovery, and maximizing earnings in a streaming-dominated era.
Royalty-Backed Securities and Fractional Ownership via Blockchain: Examine innovative financing models, such as securitizing royalties into investment products and enabling fractional ownership through blockchain for democratized access. This includes AI-driven tools for predicting revenue streams and reducing barriers for smaller investors.
AI-Driven Content Creation and Monetization: How artificial intelligence is revolutionizing music production, from generative tools to personalized licensing. Attendees will learn about ethical considerations, IP protection in AI eras, and new monetization avenues like virtual concerts and metaverse integrations.
Emerging Trends in Merchandising, Brand Extensions, and Democratized Access Through Securitization and Financing: Broader explorations of extending IP value through merchandise, brand partnerships, and financial instruments. Emphasis on securitization for liquidity and trends in global markets, ensuring equitable access for underrepresented creators.
A central focus will be the American Music Fairness Act (AMFA), a bipartisan bill reintroduced in the 119th Congress (2025-2026) as H.R. 861 on January 31, 2025. 0 Sponsored by Rep. Darrell Issa and others, AMFA aims to establish a performance right for sound recordings on terrestrial (AM/FM) radio in the U.S., ensuring artists, performers, producers, and music creators receive fair compensation when their music is broadcast—addressing a long-standing gap where radio stations use music without paying performers.
As of August 2025, the bill remains in the introductory stage, referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary, with active lobbying from artists, unions like the American Federation of Musicians, and organizations like the Recording Academy.
Discussions will cover how financial and legal interest groups—representing catalog holders, labels, and investors—are lobbying Congress to pass AMFA, potentially unlocking over $400 billion in royalties by “unrigging” the system and aligning U.S. policies with global standards. 8 This could create massive value for IP portfolios, with insights from advocates on strategies to influence policymakers.
Event Lineup
• Keynote Address – “Music and Film Ecosystems: From Catalogs to Collectibles and Real Estate”
this keynote will outline the economic potential of music and film catalogs as real estate alternatives, including fractional ownership for wealth building and lucrative merchandise like collectible cars/items.
The speaker will introduce AMFA as a catalyst for industry growth, highlighting lobbying efforts to be pushed by financial groups to secure fair royalties.
• Panel Discussion – “Advocacy, Innovation, and Wealth Generation: Unlocking Value in Music, Film, Real Estate, and Collectibles”
Moderated by a legal expert from Perkins Coie LLP or the California Copyright Conference, this interactive panel features 4-5 panelists from diverse backgrounds:
• A family office investor & Sagos Distro on catalog investments, reselling for gains, and fractional ownership in ecosystems.
• A policymaker or advocate (discussing AMFA’s status, lobbying strategies by interest groups, and its potential to unlock $400 billion in royalties.
• An industry executive on sync licensing, royalty-backed securities, AI monetization, and merchandise/collectibles with resale value (e.g., film cars, music memorabilia).
• A real estate specialist on owning venues/theaters/retail buildings, tax incentives/loopholes via art/music (e.g., historic credits for cultural spaces), and leasing to corporations.   
The panel will explore real-world case studies, challenges in IP enforcement, equitable tech access, and audience polls for engagement.
• Q&A Session
Open floor for questions from the audience, allowing deeper dives into topics like AMFA lobbying tactics, investment risks in catalogs/venues, resale strategies for collectibles, and future-proofing revenue streams through ecosystem ownership. Panelists will address queries on how attendees can get involved in advocacy or pursue specific opportunities.
• Networking Reception
Conclude with a catered reception. Attendees can connect one-on-one with speakers, investors, and peers to discuss partnerships, investments, and collaborations. Virtual participants join via breakout rooms.
This 3-hour event is designed for maximum engagement, blending expert insights with interactive elements. The timeline ensures a smooth flow from inspiration to action, culminating in networking to build lasting connections.
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 Founders Reception
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
Inception Studio, Intern Ship, Design Buddies
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buildathon type shiii
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Inception Studio, Intern Ship, Design Buddies
feel like every tech week event is for founders + vcs, but never for you? we gotchu. this is a 3-hour vibe coding buildathon for students + new grads who wanna get their hands dirty (without selling their soul to a 12-hour hackathon). build fast, break stuff, and show off your skills to the sf ai scene. winners snag free credits + LABUBUS.
heads up: capacity is limited. we’re only selecting 50 people. register early if you wanna secure a spot.
12:00 pm: doors open
12:15 pm: kickoff
12:30 pm: pitch ideas (1 minute per person)
1:00 pm: form teams (3 people per team, needs to include 1 designer + 1 engineer)
1:30 pm: begin hacking
3:30 pm: demos
4:15 pm: judging
4:30 pm: doors close
hosts:
inception studio:
intern ship:
🐰design buddies: is a community where you level up your design career. Land jobs, improve your design skills, and make friends. We have resources, events, design challenges, job boards, fun perks, and more.
https://designbuddies.community / https://discord.gg/designbuddies / https://designbuddies.substack.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.
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Pitch, Win Cash Awards, Integrate-Shape the Future of Healthcare with CharmHealth
CharmHealth is a next-generation EHR that leverages agentic AI to create an “invisible” healthcare system that works silently in the background, eliminating administrative burden while providers focus entirely on patient care. Through ambient listening technology and autonomous AI agents, the system automatically captures conversations, generates clinical documentation, and orchestrates complex workflows without manual intervention. The platform integrates advanced predictive analytics and intelligent automation across all clinical processes—from appointment scheduling to care coordination.
At this #SFTechWeek event— we invite developers and entrepreneurs in the Health I.T. space to come and present their ideas to us for a chance to win cash awards. Participants will also have the opportunity to list their innovation on CharmHealth’s robust marketplace CharmHealthHub.com that connects them to CharmHealth’s wider ecosystem and gives them instant to access to the thousands of providers using our EHR everyday.
If you have an innovation in any of the following categories, you are welcome to join us:
- Mobile Health Apps
- Hardware Accelerated AI
- Population Health
- Healthcare Accessibility
- Agentic AI
Awards:
- 1st place: $1000
- 2nd place: $500
- 3rd place: $250
Plus Ultra Capital Partners
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Tech Reset Yoga
Chinatown
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Plus Ultra Capital Partners
Tech Reset: Yoga Nidra for Founders & Leaders
Hosted by Plus Ultra Capital
Led by Ellen Damaso, Venture Partner, Mindfulness Expert, and Startup Operator
Step out of the busy SF Tech Week circuit and take a well-deserved midweek pause to focus on yourself. This yoga nidra session is a unique opportunity for founders, operators, and innovators to step back from the energy of panels, networking, and pitch events—and step into a space of deep restoration, presence, and mindful self-awareness.
Led by Ellen Damaso—an experienced yoga teacher, venture partner with Plus Ultra Capital, mindfulness expert, and startup operator—this practice offers a sustaining break for your mind and body. Rather than dynamic movement, you’ll be guided through structured breath work, mindful intention, and deep relaxation. Each step is designed to help you restore your inner resources, recalibrate under pressure, and foster the calm clarity needed for high-impact leadership.
Take this moment to recharge, release tech week stress, and build your mindfulness toolkit for greater focus, creative thinking, and resilience—both at the conference and beyond.
Ideal for all levels; no prior yoga or meditation experience required. Capacity of 10/class. $20/person.
Payment link: https://venmo.com/u/justaskelle
EQUIPMENT PROVIDED: mats, blocks, bolsters, and blanks.
This event is part of #SFTechWeek—a week bringing together the tech ecosystem with curated offerings for growth and connection. Learn more at www.tech-week.com
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Meet n GOLF (Calling all AI, Engineering and Product Leads)
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Rise of the AI Scientist @ SF Tech Week
Join a16z + Fenwick for an SF Tech Week panel discussion that looks inside the platforms and agents shaping AI-native biotech. Reception to follow!
Panelists: Jacob Borrajo, PhD (Founder + CEO @ Amber,) Ashu Singhal (Cofounder @ Benchling,) Josh Haimson (Cofounder + CEO @ Inductive Bio, Stefano Quintini (Partner @ Fenwick)
Moderator: Zak Doric, PhD (Investing Partner @ Andreessen Horowitz)
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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PeaceTech in Silicon Valley: Meet Founders and VCs
Our gathering is outdoors, so here’s how to find us:
📍 Address: 1355 Market St, San Francisco, CA 94103
When you arrive at 1355 Market Street, look for the green turf grass area next to Fitness SF. That’s where we’ll be meeting.
You can get there two ways:
Option 1: Walk down Stevenson Street and enter from 10th Street.
Option 2: Enter near Jessie Street and walk toward Fitness SF.
Once you’re nearby, just look for the group gathered on the turf grass - we’ll make it easy to spot.
If you get lost, don’t worry-just text or call 480-619-9239, and we’ll guide you in. Excited to see you there!
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War costs the world $19T each year.
PeaceTech is about building tech startups to prevent global conflict — no missiles, no bombs, just technology for negotiation and peace.
Come meet other founders and VCs over free coffee and smoothies. No panels. No slides. Just conversations.
✅ Tech founders, family offices, and VCs
✅ Quick intro, open mingling, and short shares
✅ A space to meet people who want peace, not war
Want in?
Click “Get on The List” below.
Email Shane at s@bventuresgroup.com
or text 480-619-9239 with your questions!
Hosted by B Ventures — an early-stage venture capital fund for PeaceTech, actively investing in startups across the world.
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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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.
Presentation Mode, Renegade Partners, Lerer Hippeau
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Cut Through the Noise: Get Your AI Startup Funded in a Crowded Market
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Presentation Mode, Renegade Partners, Lerer Hippeau
Cut Through the Noise: An Exclusive Networking Breakfast & VC Panel on How AI Startups Stand Out & Get Funded
📅 When: Wed Oct 8 | 9 :30-11AM
9:30AM breakfast + networking, 10am panel start
📍 Where: IDEO, Mission District, SF
👥 Who: Founders and VCs building the next wave of AI startups
Why This Matters 📣
Trailblazing tech isn't enough anymore. In today's saturated AI landscape, investors are swamped with similar ideas and pitches that blur together. The startups that stand out aren't just building great products - they're telling compelling, unforgettable stories.
What You’ll Learn 🧠
Join a panel of leading VCs backing the next wave of AI innovation as they reveal:
⚡ What instantly grabs their attention in a pitch
📊 How they evaluate startups in an over-saturated market
🏆 Examples of founders who nailed their story & raised big
❌ Common pitfalls that kill deals before they even start
You’ll Walk Away With 🎯
• A clear roadmap to craft an investor-ready narrative
• Tips to prove traction and stand out fast
• Insights from real VCs who see hundreds of pitches every week
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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.co
Craft Ventures, Metaview, Kula, Juicebox
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Craft Ventures: AI x Talent Speakeasy Happy Hour
Jackson Square
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Craft Ventures, Metaview, Kula, Juicebox
*Approval required and limited to Talent/People leaders, who are actively leading talent teams, or founding recruiters. The event is first come, first served and capped at 65 attendees with rolling entry. *
Join us in Craft’s speakeasy for a relaxed, invite-only evening with other talent leaders and our friends at Kula, Metaview, and Juicebox. It’s a chance to connect with peers, swap ideas, and talk about how AI is shaping the future of talent, all over great drinks and good company.
No stage, no slides, just conversations that matter in a room full of people who are living and breathing it. Craft cocktails will be flowing, and you’ll have the chance to explore what Kula, Metaview, and Juicebox are building.
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.
NEW MOON Impact Productions
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Getty Center Guided Tour & (Optional) Photography Scavenger Hunt
Santa Monica
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NEW MOON Impact Productions
Getty Center Tour & Photography Scavenger Hunt with NEW MOON Impact Productions. Learn about art and its impact on history alongside NEW MOON's impact fellows and leaders in creative activism. Discussion points include:
- Sculpting better pathways in arts education
- Future career paths in arts & their basis in technologies
- The cross section between art and activism
- Opportunities/risks associated with IP registration platforms
- Equity through digitization
Photographers from NEW MOON's fellowship program will also be present and offering free personal photography & micro video recordings. Ticket cost includes a picnic lunch.
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.
