Step away from the panels and pitches for an evening built around authentic connections. ​This event is a part of #TechWeek - a week of events hosted by VCs and startups to bring together the tech ecosystem. Join us for Tech Sparks, a speed-networking style mixer where founders, builders, investors and dreamers meet face-to-face. Expect cozy conversations, quick rotations to maximize introductions, and plenty of room to continue chatting over drinks after. Attendees receive a voucher for drinks/food at the bar! Whether you’re searching for a co-founder, collaborator, investor, or just good people to grow with, this is your space. Come curious, leave connected. 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.

Most founders dream of hitting $10M in annual recurring revenue — but few know how to get there. In this intensive masterclass, John Khazraee shares the playbook for scaling from the earliest days of traction to a predictable, repeatable growth engine. Through real-world frameworks, case studies, and interactive exercises, you’ll learn how to identify product-market fit, build your first scalable acquisition channels, craft the right pricing strategy, and design a go-to-market engine that investors trust. Whether you’re a founder, startup operator, or product leader, this class will give you the roadmap and mental models to go from “just starting out” to “scaling with confidence.” 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.

We’re thrilled to announce that Trae(www.trae.ai), ByteDance’s leading AI coding IDE with millions of developers worldwide and over 1M+ monthly active users, has been officially selected into SF Tech Week. This time, we’re bringing TRAE SOLO Hackathon — your exclusive chance to experience the power of SOLO, our next-gen Context Engineer designed for vibe coding. What is SOLO? SOLO is Trae’s most advanced AI coding mode — an exclusive AI engineer in your IDE. With SOLO, you can: • Go from idea → PRD → coding → testing → deployment in record speed. • Collaborate with your AI engineer — whether you’re a pro developer or a non-technical builder. Why join this hackathon? • $3000 winner prize. • First access to Trae SOLO codes (invite-only for pro users, not open to the public yet). • Build and demo real apps and AI agents to the community. • Connect with founders, engineers, VCs, and researchers who are pushing the frontier of AI software. • Compete for a great amount of prizes (amount TBA), community exposure, and early access opportunities. 📍 Location: San Francisco 📅 Date: October 12, during SF Tech Week This is more than a hackathon — it’s the first exclusive playground for vibe coding. If you’ve ever imagined building with AI as your teammate, this is where you start. 👉 RSVP now, spots are limited. 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.

Hey SF founders! If you thrive on turning ops chaos into scale, this one's for you. We're capping it at 30 spots max for a no-BS, high-vibe gathering to swap war stories and brainstorm GTM firepower. Meet Kavin and Josh: Over the last 8 years, they've launched 5 companies from the ground up, delivering 3 acquisitions in healthtech, proptech, and real estate – plus a handful of smaller exits that kept the momentum rolling. These guys aren't just builders; they're ops engines who've scaled teams through growth, navigated pivots under fire, and exited on their terms. Expect raw insights on building resilient GTM machines that actually close deals and compound value. Meet Steven: Co-founded and led engineering at a seed-funded startup (raised $2.35 M) focused on automating healthcare revenue-cycle management. Ex Coinbase, The General Partnership, Walmart in senior leadership roles for software engineering. What we're after: Battle-tested GTM operators who can hit the ground running – think revenue architects, sales scalers, and customer acquisition ninjas ready to amplify eachother. If that's you, bring your playbook; we'll bring the collabs. The Vibe: Group setting in-office – think quiet, couches, and coffee. We'll handle food & beverages; you bring the energy. Where: Wework 650 California (enter on California Street) – laid-back atmosphere perfect for deep convos without the stuffy feel. 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.

Ditch the conference rooms and step into the fresh air with the South Asian community during SF Tech Week. Join fellow tech professionals, investors, creatives, and operators for a scenic walk along San Francisco’s most iconic landmark — the Golden Gate Bridge. This no-pressure meetup is about sparking conversations, sharing ideas, and making connections while taking in world-class views. You’ll leave with new perspectives, valuable contacts, and a few great photos too. 📍 Route: Start at the Golden Gate Bridge Welcome Center, walk across the bridge (1.7 miles), and return for a 3.4-mile round trip. 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.

Looking for your next big opportunity at a company that values high-skilled talent, diversity, and fresh perspectives? 🌍✨ Join us for an immigrant-friendly startup job fair, where fast-growing companies are eager to meet candidates from all backgrounds. Come network, explore open roles, and take the next step in building your career in tech and beyond! 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.

A casual gathering for the pre•founder stage: people who know they’ll start something in the next few months (or years!). No speakers, no pitches, no pressure. Just matcha, light bites, and conversations with others who are also on the path to building. Think of it as a pause from the hustle of Tech Week, a cozy corner to recharge, swap ideas, and meet tomorrow’s founders today. Come curious, leave caffeinated (and maybe a little more inspired) 🍵 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.

Sunday doesn’t have to feel dreadful. Let's end Tech Week (and get ready to welcome Dreamforce!) with a reset. We're unplugging with good coffee, chill beats, and people who get it. This is the time to banish the “Sunday Scaries” — especially for sellers, RevOps, marketing, data & AI pros. Get the chance to connect human-to-human (and maybe treat yourself to a chair massage). No panels. No selling. Just real people and a no-pressure atmosphere. Brought to you by Momentum.io and Minoa.io. This session is part of #SFTechWeek—a week-long celebration of founders, builders, and innovation across the Bay Area. Learn more at www.tech-week.com

Join us for our fourth SF Coffee & Walk—this time during SF Tech Week! Founders, investors, techies, or anyone looking to meet like-minded people—come build new connections, spark ideas, and talk shop as we grab coffee and stroll through the Presidio Park. Location will only be disclosed to approved and confirmed attendees. 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.k

The Mindful Founder explores the founder wellness paradox in the AI age — addressing loneliness, burnout, and the delicate balance between AI efficiency and human connection. Designed for founders and tech leaders seeking sustainable peak performance, this event combines ancient wellness wisdom with cutting-edge AI tools. The Problem We're Solving The founder wellness paradox in the AI age: The Loneliness Epidemic: 70% of entrepreneurs report isolation despite hyper-connectivity. AI tools are making us more efficient but potentially more alone. AI vs. Human Balance: Founders are struggling to leverage technology without losing human connection, intuition, and embodied wisdom. Burnout in "Always On" Culture: Achievement numbness is affecting high-performers. The tools that help us scale are also contributing to exhaustion. Responsible AI Integration: There's a critical need for wellness solutions that enhance rather than replace human intelligence. This event addresses the question no one else is asking: How do we find the sweet spot between AI efficiency and human wellbeing? Notable speakers include Arjita Sethi (Shaanti), showcasing AI-powered Ayurvedic wellness personalization; Meha Agrawal (Silk and Sonder), demonstrating responsible AI coaching for resilience; and Aishwarya Balaji (Pattern Interrupted), leading a live EFT tapping experience to break stress patterns in real-time. Attendees will gain personalized wellness blueprints, practical AI-human integration protocols, and somatic tools for stress relief — making this the only AI wellness event tackling the loneliness epidemic and responsible tech adoption with tangible, immediate impact. 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 event is brought to you by Shaanti findshaanti.com and Frontier Tower frontiertower.io

In a world of back-to-back pitches and fast-paced networking, “Steeped in Strategy” invites women funders and operators to take a moment to pause, sip, and connect meaningfully. Join us for an intimate tea salon designed for female VCs, angel investors, and startup operators who are shaping the future of tech. Over loose-leaf tea, light bites, and candid conversation, we’ll explore how women are not just building businesses—but creating legacies. Topics may naturally flow around: Where capital and innovation need to meet How women are reshaping cap tables and deal flow Challenges (and opportunities) we uniquely face in funding and operating Expect a beautiful space, thoughtful company, and a shared desire to uplift, collaborate, and strategize. 💡 Optional Highlights: Signature teas and pastries from women-owned brands “Open mic” moments for anyone who wants to share a reflection or story 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.

a16z AI Infra x AGI House: Why Language Models Hallucinate 📍 AGI House • 🗓 Tech Week (Apply to attend. Space is limited.) We’re thrilled to host Ofir Nachum and Edwin Zhang (co-authors of the paper and researchers at OpenAI) in person for this special reading group. 🔬 Spotlight Paper Why Language Models Hallucinate: https://openai.com/index/why-language-models-hallucinate/ Language models are powerful, but their tendency to hallucinate remains one of the central challenges in making them reliable. OpenAI’s recent paper Why "Language Models Hallucinate" provides a fresh theoretical and empirical lens on why this problem persists and how we might address it. We will have a chance to deep dive into this paper together. 👥 Who this is for This session is designed for founders and researchers deeply engaged in building in or studying AI systems. This will be a paper-style reading club session: short framing intro followed by collective discussion. Bring questions, skepticism, and ideas on where this approach could take us next. Hosted by a16z AI Infra x AGI House. Sponsored by Tech Week. See you there to explore the frontier of reliable reasoning! ⚡ 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

🚀 DiversAI Skills Signal: Hiring Smarter in Real Time🚀 Resumes don’t tell the full story. Join DiversAI for an inside look at the Skills Signal—a data-driven approach to hiring that unlocks over 50+ merit-based data points beyond education and job titles. We’ll showcase how leading employers are cutting time-to-hire from weeks to days, while job seekers gain clearer pathways to career mobility. Expect a lively conversation with founders, talent leaders, and candidates who are proving why skills-first hiring is the future of work. Stay for networking, food, and real-time demos of how the Skills Signal works. Enjoy complimentary wine and light bites, plus a full menu available for purchase. Who Should Attend: Founders, investors, HR/People leaders, talent developers, job seekers and anyone shaping the future of work. 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.

Escape the pitch frenzy and the non-stop networking and step into a sanctuary built for decompression and genuine connection. This isn't your standard mixer; it's a dedicated reset for the next generation of builders and the VCs who back them. We're trading the stiff drinks for clarity, and the elevator pitch for authentic conversation. Speakers: Hanh Nguyen - Fractal MCP Alex Acero - Former Chief Scientist of Siri Tom Serres - Cadenza Ventures John Occhipinti - Nautilus Asset Management Daryl Magera - Caffeine AI Your path to post-Tech Week bliss includes: ✨ Flow State Networking: A curated group of Pre-seed to Series A founders and VCs for quality, pressure-free connection. 💆 Recharge Station: Complimentary 15-minute professional massages to melt away the stress. 🍵 Clean Libations: An open bar of fresh-pressed juices, artisan teas, and infused waters (no hangovers, just clarity). 🍓 Light Bites: Delicious, thoughtfully-catered fare in a serene, relaxed setting. Come recharge your mind and body. It's the ultimate reset button before getting back to the grind. Hosted by: CaffeineAI (https://caffeine.ai/ ) - The foundation of the self writing internet, where the internet builds itself. Nautilus (https://nautilus.finance/) - AI-native asset management built for liquid intelligence and machine-driven markets. Cadenza (https://cadenza.vc/) - A global investment firm wired into AI, Web3, and the builders pushing the frontier forward. Fractal MCP (https://fractalmcp.com/) - Rich UI for 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.

As artificial intelligence reshapes global power dynamics, the Middle East is emerging as a critical hub for infrastructure investment and technological strategy. This panel will explore the intersection of AI infrastructure, geopolitics, and the evolving relationship between the region and U.S. technology leadership. Hosted on campus, the discussion will bring together leading voices from academia, industry, and policy to examine whether the Middle East’s AI infrastructure initiatives present a win for U.S. tech or a challenge to its dominance. Panelists: TBD 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.

🎬 When cinema meets generative AI, storytelling transforms. Join us for a night where creation, film, and popcorn collide. 👥 Who’s Invited: Filmmakers, creatives, designers, AI artists, engineers, investors, and anyone curious about the future of film. ✨ What to Expect 🚀 AI Short Film Showcase — A curated selection of groundbreaking AI-generated films from emerging creators. 🧠 Behind the Scenes — Learn about the prompts, tools, and workflows that make these projects possible. 🎤 Creator Roundtable — Honest talk about art, tech, and authorship in the AI era. 🤝 Creative Networking — Meet filmmakers, producers, engineers, and dream collaborators. 🕒 Schedule 5:30 PM — Check-in & Welcome Foods and Drinks 6:00 PM — Film Screening: AI Shorts Collection 7:00 PM — Live Demo: From Prompt to Scene 7:15 PM — Networking Mixer & Drinks 8:00 PM — Afterparty (Optional) Raise a glass to the future of storytelling. RSVP now and be part of the revolution. 🍸 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.

Curious about the Asian market? How can you localize your SaaS business in this fragmented market? Japan has numerous venture capital firms, Hong Kong is a jumping-off point for entering China, Taiwan is a hub for high-tech enterprise clients, and Southeast Asia boasts a population of over 100 million... We'll explain the opportunities in the Asian market and the strategic directions you must consider when entering it. 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.

On the final night of SF Techweek, as the global tech scene converges, we’re bringing together Japan’s next-generation founders and international investors for a night of innovation and connection. Join us on Sunday evening for authentic Japanese sushi and great conversations. Hosted by Japan’s leading AI, Deeptech, and SaaS startups from JETRO’s 500 Global Accelerator program, this event unites founders, investors, and innovators to connect, collaborate, and grow. No suits, no speeches — just great sushi, inspiring discussions, and genuine connections that spark new collaborations across the global tech ecosystem. 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.

​Still slugging through your stack of business cards? Instead of a calendar crammed with 1-on-1 coffee meetups, we invite you and your contacts both new and old for an NYC Climate Week Decompression Meetup in the Bay Area. ​For those who went to NYC or for those who wanted to. Please pass on the invite to others that would also appreciate joining. ​The evening will be laid back at a nice home in Albany, CA with indoor/outdoor space and smaller rooms for intimate conversations. Dinner provided (with vegan option). ​🚫 No speeches! ​🚫 No awkward icebreakers! ​✅ We have designed an optional unique activity to spark conversations with new people without disrupting the flow of the event. If you want to participate, come prepared to share 1-2 unique experiences, perspectives, or learnings from climate week. Or an idea to make it even more epic next year! We ask a $10 cover charge at the door to cover the meal. _______________________ 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.

Women founders remain underrepresented across venture stages. The path from first check to Series B and public markets is possible with the right playbook, allies, and persistence. This session focuses on what changes outcomes. Clear strategies for fundraising, growth, board building, and leadership. Real stories from women who navigated bias, turned setbacks into data, and kept moving until the metrics spoke for themselves. 🎯 Why You Should Attend Hear first hand how successful women founders overcame stereotype risk and earned conviction from customers and investors Learn the common traps that slow progress and the simple systems that prevent them Meet women founders and active supporters in the room who can be partners, co builders, and allies Leave with practical steps for the next thirty, sixty, and ninety days across fundraising, hiring, and growth 🙋 Who You’ll Meet Women founders building ambitious companies across software, consumer, and deep tech Ecosystem enablers who support women led companies including accelerators, bankers, and platform leaders Investors and advisors with a clear interest in backing women founded teams 🎤 Who’s on the Panel Justine Juillard - Co-Founder of Girls Into VC at Berkeley Justine is the co-founder of Girls Into VC at Berkeley, the first org empowering the next generation of female VCs. She’s also a LinkedIn content creator with a community of 40k+ followers. As a VC Investment Partner at Critical Venture Partners, Justine scouts and consult early-stage female-led startups at UC Berkeley and beyond. ​Alyona Mysko - Founder & CEO of Fuelfinance ​Alyona Mysko is the CEO and Co-Founder of Fuelfinance, an AI-powered financial planning and analysis platform built for SMBs. Before starting Fuel, she spent 10+ years as a CFO helping founders handle messy spreadsheets and build forecasts. Now she’s scaling that superpower with AI, giving founders real-time visibility into their numbers and faster decisions without hiring a full finance team. She’s a Masters of Scale podcast guest, a HubSpot INBOUND speaker, and finalist in the $1M Pitch Competition by Hubspot. With Fuel, customers manage over $400M+ in P&L, including companies like Hampton, ColdIQ, Oceans, and others. Fuel’s mission is to save SMBs from financial mistakes, and unlock trillions of dollars in global GDP. Logan Brown - Founder of Soxton Logan Brown is the founder of Soxton AI, a full-stack, AI-powered law firm transforming how startups get legal work done. A Harvard Law graduate and former Cooley attorney who helped launch the firm’s Miami office, she blends deep legal expertise with product thinking to automate incorporations, equity, financings, and governance. A Vanderbilt valedictorian and Marshall Scholar, Logan has founded and scaled multiple ventures while partnering with regulators to modernize compliance. She’s building a “legal OS” that ends the billable hour and makes VC-ready legal infrastructure accessible from day one. More panel speakers announcing soon. Stay tuned! Moderator: Icey Juthapohn Roongpiti - Founder & CEO of Starla Skin As part of a third-generation family business in healthcare and aesthetics, I bring MedSpa expertise and advanced 7-in-1 LED Light Therapy Technology into the comfort of your home. Growing up with hypersensitive skin and seeing my mother’s struggle with hyperpigmentation, I turned to dermatology. When COVID-19 shut everything down, I made it my mission to create accessible, at-home treatments. Today, I’m building Starla Skin to make medical beauty more accessible, sustainable, and self-empowering for different skin concerns, while championing women and minority leadership as an Asian founder committed to empowering confidence and celebrating individuality on a global scale. 💬 What We’ll Talk About How to spot and avoid common traps and how to respond with data and momentum Lessons from real setbacks and the decisions that restored progress What to watch in 2026 including sectors, buyer behavior, and capital markets Fundraising from preparation to close including narrative, metrics, and target lists Team building and talent management including hiring, performance, and values Board and advisor strategy including selection, expectations, and meeting rhythm Practical workflows for growth including go to market, customer success, and finance hygiene A ninety day action plan you can start this week to move from idea to traction to the next round 🤝 Co-hosted With Starla Skin - Starla is building a high-precision skin-health ecosystem, an intelligent LED Light Therapy Mask with AI-driven, personalized plans. Built with MIT & Harvard engineers and dermatologists, serving a $200B skincare & wellness market. Global Entrepreneurs Hub - The Valley's $1M+ ARR founder community. Private events + direct intros to founders, investors, strategic GTM and more every week over Whatsapp/Email. 🤝 Supported By GREY Journal – Media partner spotlighting modern entrepreneurs (featured on Apple News + Google News). 🤝 Community Partner Foundess - A female-equitable nonprofit startup community created by Stanford students. ⭐ About Ugly Talk: Started in 2019, Ugly Talk has been transforming business setbacks into breakthrough “aha!” moments by hosting unfiltered, no-nonsense events where battle-tested entrepreneurs share their raw lessons and insights. With a growing presence in cities like New York, Chicago, San Francisco, and Miami, we’ve built a vibrant community of thousands of founders and industry leaders making a profound impact on the entrepreneurial landscape. Official Website: UglyTalk.com

Are you a startup founder, CTO, or IT lead looking to gear up with Apple’s best-in-class tech—without the usual price tag or IT headaches? Join our free 20-minute online session during SF Tech Week (Oct 12) and learn how your startup can: ✅ Access Apple’s corporate pricing—no large enterprise status needed ✅ Get dedicated support—free up your time to focus on building ✅ Simplify device deployment—perfect for fast-moving teams 🎁 Sign up and receive an exclusive Apple for Startups Resource Pack: 👉 https://istorestm.com/business-program/signup/ About the host: Presented by iStore by St. Moritz—an Apple Authorized Premier Partner trusted by 500+ companies. With 25+ years of experience, we help startups tap into Apple’s ecosystem with personalized solutions and enterprise-level perks. This session is part of #SFTechWeek—a week-long celebration of founders, builders, and innovation across the Bay Area. Learn more at www.tech-week.com Don’t miss your chance to unlock Apple enterprise benefits—tailored for startups.