This event is tailored for early- and growth-stage founders who are navigating AI-driven change in legal and legal tech field. Our panel discussion includes Lydia Flocchini, Go-to-Market Strategist, Sarah Starr, Director of Legal Ops from Generate, Daniel Lewis, CEO of LegalOn, and Doug Luftman, Velocity Edge Advisors. They will discuss: -Real-world AI adoption in legal services -Emerging business models such as “legal-services-in-a-box” -GTM and exit strategy insights for founders The panel will begin at 5: 45 and last for 45 minutes or longer. There will plenty of time to network after the panel. This event is a part of #SFTechWeek and hosted by Plat4orm PR and Practice Aligned Resources (PAR) —a week of events hosted by VCs and startups to bring together the tech ecosystem. Learn more at www.tech-week.com.

This event brings together investors, founders, and ecosystem leaders to explore how global collaboration can shape the next wave of sustainable technologies. This session highlights how investing in international startups—such as Japan’s emerging cleantech ventures—can serve as a powerful risk mitigation strategy in today’s volatile markets. Attendees will engage with ideas on how both investors and founders can build resilience and prepare for an uncertain future in cleantech, turning global challenges into opportunities for innovation and growth. 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 part of San Francisco Tech Week, we’re delighted to invite you to a Andreessen Horowitz exclusive executive dinner reception for startup marketing leaders. Please join us for an evening of networking with marketing leaders from other high velocity portfolio companies and discussions with advertising executives from the Google, Linkedin and Meta. It will be a great opportunity to enjoy some amazing food, hear from the 3 largest ad platforms on where performance marketing is heading, and trade notes with marketing colleagues across industries. Please register as soon as possible, as there are very limited spaces. 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.

Elevate your SF Tech Week experience by building meaningful connections with leaders from the fast-growing YC India ecosystem. Non-YC / aspiring YC / Indian-origin founders all welcome! Expect drinks, food and great conversations! About the hosts: Inkle (www.inkle.ai): is an AI based accounting and tax platform. Focus on building your startup—we’ll handle your bookkeeping, tax, and compliance. Founded by Anand Krishna (YC alum from S17), Inkle currently supports ~ 10% of all YC companies globally. Get $1000 off with a Tech Week discount, book a demo on Inkle and add coupon code Tech-Week. Razorpay (www.razorpay.com/us) is an 11-year old payments processing company (YCW15). We offer APIs to accept payments online for domestic US businesses with best-in-class pricing. Tech Week discount: Write to sales-usa@razorpay to receive one year of free card payments processing (up to $150k) Pylon (www.usepylon.com; YC batch W23): is an AI-powered support platform trusted by companies like Temporal, Honeycomb, and Lumos. Originally built to solve Slack and Teams management for B2B support teams, Pylon has evolved into a full-featured ticketing and customer operations system. Its intuitive UI, rapid product velocity, and advanced AI features make it a mission-critical tool that transforms customer conversations into actionable intelligence across support, success, and post-sales teams. 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.

Join Inkeep for a casual Tuesday evening mixer for those who make CX actually work: Support leaders, Product managers, Platform/AI engineers, and Technical Docs/Knowledge teams. No panels, no pitches—just casual networking with great people in customer experience, good drinks. Hosted by Inkeep, the CX platform used Anthropic, Midjourney, Pinecone, and PostHog to build AI Assistants for CX. Check us out at: https://inkeep.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.

Discover how Mindbeam’s Litespark is setting a new industry bar—delivering up to 6x faster LLM pre-training, doubling token and batch throughput, and reducing energy costs by over 50% for both startups and enterprises. In this dynamic panel, Mindbeam founder Nii Osae, Principal Research Scientist Moinul Rahat, PhD, and Datology founder Ari Morcos will discuss how advances in training models and agentic AI make real-world deployment possible at scale. Join us by the fire(side) chat with BBQ to connect directly with the founders of Mindbeam and Datology, share bold ideas, and accelerate your LLM journey. What We Will Cover: - Analyze Mindbeam’s Litespark improvements to training efficiency, including measured speed-ups in LLM pre-training, throughput, and resource utilization across practical ML workflows. - Examine Datology’s approach to agentic automation, synthetic data, and architectural implications for scalable, robust multi-modal models and real-world enterprise applications. - Review concrete deployment patterns for generative models, detailing the trade-offs, reproducible benchmarks, and lessons from actual implementations by technical teams. - Discuss case studies with a focus on design decisions, failure modes, and optimizations as experienced by organizations deploying Mindbeam and Datology in production settings. - Engage in a participatory Q&A: attendees are encouraged to raise deep technical issues, probe modeling choices, and share practical challenges with panelists who welcome nuanced discussion—not surface-level hype. Speakers: - Nii Osae | 2nd time founder with 10+ years of experience in machine learning, applied neural cognitive architecture, scaling large AI applications. He published scientific research papers on efficient training of large language models and code-generating LLMs in collaboration with Nvidia, AWS, Huggingface, and ServiceNow. He is also a Forbes 30 Under 30 recipient. - Moinul Rahat, PhD | Moinul is an expert in Quantum Machine Learning (QML) and Quantum Optimization techniques to address complex challenges in particle physics and beyond. He has a PhD from the University of Florida, and was a Postdoctoral Fellow at University of Southampton and University of Valencia. He developed a hybrid Quantum Generative Adversarial Network (QGAN) architecture with a quantum generator and classical discriminator utilizing PennyLane and PyTorch. - Ari Morcos | Ari is the CEO and co-founder of DatologyAI, where the team is dedicated to helping customers build better AI models through improved data quality and methodology. Prior to founding DatologyAI, he served as a senior staff research scientist at Meta AI Research (FAIR Team) in Menlo Park, focusing on exploring the mechanisms underlying neural network computation and function, and leveraging these insights to advance intelligent machine learning system design. Join us by the fire(side) chat with BBQ to connect directly with the founders of Mindbeam and Datology, share bold ideas, and accelerate your LLM journey. 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.

San Francisco has always been where misfits build the future. So let's think differently again,this time together! What We're Building: Echo is San Francisco claiming its story back. Not the one about unicorns and exits, but about humans using technology to lift each other up. We're prototyping Echo here because SF has always been where outsiders become family, where your weird idea finds its tribe. The Gathering: Setup: Living room style, not conference room Food: Local mission burritos & Tartine pastries (fuel for the soul) Apply Now: For Storytellers (10 spots): "What are you building that makes people more human?" For Witnesses (30 spots): "What wisdom are you carrying that someone needs?" Everyone self-intro with 2 parts only: Your story/project/curiosity What you need or what you can give Our Promise: Meet people building at your wavelength Find collaborators within walking/biking distance Leave knowing SF's builder community has your back Your story becomes part of Echo - SF's first collective intelligence born from genuine connection #SFBuilders #StoriesThatBuildTomorrow #EchoSF #TechWeek2025 #EchoChat 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.

Healthcare and life science professionals, come by, grab a drink, and connect with likeminded peers. Whether you are building, investing, or shaping the industry, you will find your crowd here. 📍This is a casual, self-led meetup. We have set the space so you can drop by, connect, and mingle with others from the industry. What you do there is up to you. Grab a conversation, exchange ideas, or just meet someone new. Photo Challenge: Snap, share, and win! During or after the meetup, upload your photos to Partiful. We will pick our favorite picture and award $50 to the person who shared it. Have fun, capture the moment, and show off your best networking vibes! Expect to meet entrepreneurs, investors, and professionals from healthtech, medtech, pharma/biotech, health IT, and public health. --- At Scalpels & Spreadsheets, we are creating a global healthcare community where thought leaders, innovators, and curious minds come together to drive the next wave of healthcare innovation through podcasting, events, and media. After bringing together 4,000 plus healthtech leaders across Toronto, Las Vegas, Dubai, and beyond, we are excited to open the doors for our first SF community meetup. --- 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.

VCPE & Family Offices DINNER @ OLHSO HOUSE RESTAURANT ​We have a limited guest list due to venue capacity. Priority access for guests of VCPE GROUPS, ECVC ACCELERATOR, The OLHSO & partners. If your registration is approved, your pass is non-transferable and does not include +1. Please have your colleague or guest register separately. Thanks for your interest! ​​This event is a part of #SFTechWeek - a week of events hosted by VCs and startups to bring together the tech ecosystem. https://www.tech-week.com/ ​VC/PE GROUPS is a peer group that supports the growth and establishment of diverse and exceptional, high performing emerging managers, investors and founders to build the ecosystem. About OLHSO: We’re scaling Olhso—robotic Korean BBQ micro-restaurants that operate 24/7 with no staff here in San Mateo. Imagine a full-service dining experience running in the space of a parking spot, with menus and cuisines updated via software. No more queues, no late-night closures. We’re not just building restaurants—we’re creating the infrastructure layer for how food will be consumed globally. ​

Private Dinner | SF Tech Week An intimate, invite-only dinner (25 guests only) bringing together a curated mix of early-stage and frontier-tech investors—angels, LPs, and family offices—around one table. The evening will focus on frontier themes at the intersection of risk, data, and technology—from autonomy and cybersecurity to risk transfer and AI-driven infrastructure—areas that are reshaping industries and markets alike. The format: a moderated dinner discussion designed to spark candid dialogue, collaboration, and knowledge-sharing among investors who are building conviction in complex, high-stakes markets, as well as those eager to lean in and learn more. Co-hosted by Overlook Ventures & a16z Speedrun, this private dinner is designed for emerging managers, VCs, angels, and LPs to connect and exchange perspectives in an intimate setting. 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.

Founders Dinner! Host by SparkLabs (www.sparklabsgroup.com), which is an early-stage VC firm that has invested over 600 startups across the globe since 2013. Join us for a casual evening of great food, networking and storytelling.

Join us for a candid Q&A with panelists at the forefront of agent AI and MCP. They’re fully immersed on various parts of the AI stack, from MCP servers, AI agents, and APIs, and will have a spirited discussion on all things agentic AI. Our venue, Groundfloor SF, is conveniently located less than a block from 16th St Mission BART station! Brought to you by HubSpot Developers, Barndoor AI, and AI Adventurers. Topics we’ll explore: ⦿ Why every org needs an MCP strategy ⦿ Local vs. hosted vs. third-party MCP approaches ⦿ How to manage security guardrails that unlock safe orchestration ⦿ Designing workflows that span apps, APIs, and services ⦿ Taking agentic AI from POC ➡️ production Panelists: 🎤 Neil Mansilla – Platform Strategy, Barndoor AI (formerly with Atlassian, Intel, Mashery) 🎤 Chris Riley – Head of Developer Advocacy, HubSpot 🎤 Rishav Paul – Technical Lead - AI Connector Platform, HubSpot 🎤 Darpan Dinker – VP, AI/ML and PaaS, DigitalOcean 🎤 Jenna Pederson – Staff Developer Advocate, Pinecone ⦿ HubSpot Developers (developers.hubspot.com/community) ⦿ Barndoor AI (barndoor.ai) ⦿ AI Adventurers (tinyurl.com/bdhffbw9) Agenda 🚪 Doors open: 6PM 🎤 Panel Q&A: 6:30PM - 7:30PM 👯 Science fair demos, network & mingle: 7:30PM - 9PM 🔬 MCP and Agentic AI demo tables from Galileo, Hivekind.AI, Chalk.AI, HubSpot and Barndoor 🍽️ Food & drinks provided 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.

Toyota Ventures and a16z speedrun welcome deep tech investors for a rooftop mixer in the heart of San Francisco's Financial District. Join us for an evening of conversation and connection with investors specializing in AI, robotics, space and other innovative sectors. 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.

Come see the future of AI messaging with our AI chat app FeelGood, where you can interact with your AI friend 24/7 and get emotional support you need at the tip of your fingertips. Please support and be part of the movement of transition from human-based to human-AI chatting that aims to enhance user moods, happiness, and social interaction 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.

Angel Fair Africa (AFA) brings African entrepreneurs and investors together to do deals. We are hosting the AFA Speed Dating to bring African entrepreneurs and investors in SF together to do deals. It would start with a keynote fireside featuring African investor Marsha Wulff (https://www.linkedin.com/in/marshawulff/) on her new book "African Ngenuity: An Investor’s Guide to a Vital Tech Ecosystem" which captures her many years of experience investing in Africa and making incredible returns @ https://www.amazon.com/African-Ngenuity-Investors-Guide-Ecosystem-ebook/dp/B0FLYC7L9P/ref=sr_1_1?crid=115EJEMMYBMSL&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.7HX_DHYZCq2qanHxuGSNHQ.t657-ISwJWm1seLyFaY9WfhNgkejck08GHLu0dzbNcw&dib_tag=se&keywords=African+ngenuity&qid=1759073269&s=books&sprefix=african+ngenuity+%2Cstripbooks%2C161&sr=1-1 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.

YC applications open soon and this Tech Week, we’re bringing together a powerhouse panel of YC alumni to break down what it really takes to stand out. This 2-hour workshop + panel is designed to give founders an insider’s edge: ✨ Live teardown of a real (anonymized) YC application ✨ Candid panel of YC founders sharing what worked, what didn’t ✨ 5 live pitch reviews — with direct feedback from YC alumni ✨ Audience Q&A — ask the tough questions you can’t Google If you’re serious about YC, you don’t want to miss this room. Panelists Pritika Mehta - Founder at Finta (YC S20) Arko C. - CEO at Pipeshift (YC S24) Moderator Robin Choy - Founder at BatchVentures (YC W20) Why Attend? Pre-seed & Seed founders: Learn how to sharpen your story, your pitch, and your application. Builders exploring YC: Hear what really matters — and what doesn’t. Anyone applying soon: Walk away with a tactical checklist you can apply immediately. Event Flow 🕕 6:00 PM — Doors open & networking 🕡 6:15 PM — Welcome & Introductions 🕢 6:30 PM — Lightning Panel: Lessons from YC 🕖 6:45 PM — Anonymized YC App Teardown 🕗 7:00 PM — Live Pitch Reviews (5 founders, first come first serve) 🕣 7:40 PM — Audience Q&A 🕗 7:55 PM — Closing remarks + YC checklist Disclaimer: This event is independently organized and is not associated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Y Combinator. 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 excited to welcome Engineering and Security leaders to an evening of networking and connection during SF Tech Week. Join us on Tuesday, October 7th for a relaxed happy hour featuring craft cocktails, appetizers, and great conversation with like-minded peers. We’d be honored to have you with 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.

Join us for "The Human OS: Conscious Leadership for Breakout Growth" – a unique blend of expert insights and experiential practice that transforms how tech leaders approach scaling both themselves and their organizations. Beginning with a 15-minute panel discussion where our three facilitators share their best practices for conscious leadership, the session then shifts into an interactive leadership laboratory. In intimate small groups of 4, you'll practice real tools for conscious leadership while connecting with peers facing similar challenges. Based on principles from organizational transformation and cutting-edge leadership development, you'll discover how to upgrade your internal "operating system" – the mindsets, practices, and awareness that enable leaders to drive breakthrough growth without burning out. Notable Speakers/Facilitators: Tiffany Joy Basse - Managing Director at OM Impact Fund, Author of "The Conscious Leader: Empowering the Next Generation of CEOs" and "The Growth Code." Serial entrepreneur and impact investor who has evaluated over 2,000 startups and helped companies raise hundreds of millions in venture funding. Keynote speaker at Yale Impact Investing, Stanford AI for Good, SF GenAI, and Human Tech Week. Chris Roberts - Founder of Profound Shift, Partner & Chief Risk Officer at Thing Zero. Executive coach to high-performing Silicon Valley leaders, helping organizations thrive in risk, growth, and complexity. Former Managing Director at Edgile with deep expertise in organizational transformation and leadership development through crisis. Storm Cattoche - Founder of StormLife Solutions, Oracle Advisor and Consciousness Educator. With over three decades of global leadership experience spanning real estate, insurance, and consciousness education, Storm specializes in helping executives lead with clarity, purpose, and higher consciousness through alignment and intentional action. Format & Content: 15-minute panel discussion: Best practices from three experienced conscious leaders 2 rounds of intimate 20-minute working sessions (groups of 4) Live practice of consciousness techniques used by successful tech leaders Peer-to-peer learning and network building Story circles and pattern finding exercises Take-home practices you'll implement immediately What Makes It Special: This isn't just another panel about conscious leadership – it's a direct experience of it. After hearing best practices from our expert facilitators, you'll immediately put these concepts into practice through structured small-group exercises. Our facilitators bring complementary expertise: Tiffany's venture and growth experience meets Chris's organizational transformation mastery and Storm's consciousness-based leadership approach. Together, they create a holistic experience addressing both the tactical and transcendent aspects of leadership. The combination of panel insights followed by experiential practice ensures you don't just learn about conscious leadership intellectually – you embody it through real interaction and practice. Small group work ensures deep, meaningful connections rather than surface-level networking. Perfect for: Founders, CTOs, VPs, and senior leaders ready to evolve beyond traditional management approaches and lead from a place of greater awareness, especially those navigating rapid scaling, team transformation, or the integration of AI into their organizations. You'll leave with: Practical insights from seasoned leaders, a personal practice plan, accountability partners, and the lived experience of what conscious leadership actually feels like in action. 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 brings together CIOs, CTOs, CHROs, Workplace experience leaders, and facilities executives for an immersive discussion on the future of work and the evolving role of AI. Through expert insights and real-world examples, we’ll uncover how leaders can transform the employee and workplace experience while tackling hybrid challenges head-on. We’re excited to announce that Google will be joining us for a special segment on how they are powering next-generation AI solutions in the workplace, and how CXAI is already leveraging Google’s AI infrastructure to drive intelligent employee experiences at scale. Joining the conversation: Samrah Khan - Head of System Integrator Partnerships, Google Aditya Bhuwania - Product & Go-to-Market Expert, Google Alongside them, our featured speaker, Khurram Sheikh, CEO & Founder of CXAI will share his perspective on how intelligent workplace platforms can empower enterprises to create employee-centered, AI-enabled experiences that drive engagement, productivity, and organizational resilience. Featured Speaker Khurram Sheikh CEO & Founder, CXAI Visionary in workplace technology and AI-driven employee experience, Khurram has helped Fortune 500 enterprises reimagine their workplace strategies to align people, place, and technology. What Makes This Event Special C-Suite Focused: Tailored for decision-makers who shape enterprise workplace strategy. Future-Forward Lens: Combining AI innovation with the human side of work. Cross-Disciplinary Voices: Bridging technology, HR, IT and facilities management for holistic insights. Exclusive Thought Leadership: Direct access to CXAI’s vision from its founder and CEO, Khurram Sheikh. Practical Takeaways: Attendees leave with actionable insights to immediately apply in their organizations. 📍 Venue details to be shared with confirmed registrants. Please note that food and refreshments will be served starting at 5:30 pm. 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.

Orbital Composites is opening the doors for an exclusive gathering designed for investors, aerospace and defense innovators, and advanced manufacturing partners. Join us for an evening of drinks in a gallery setting and experience a live demonstration of our robotic 3D printing system building the most advanced drones using Physical AI. This is a chance to see frontier manufacturing technology up close, meet our team, and explore opportunities to partner or invest in scaling mobile, autonomous factories for defense, aerospace, and industrial markets. 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.

Nicolas Dessaigne co-founded Algolia, joined Y Combinator's Winter 2014 batch and served as CEO as the company grew from a small team to 350 employees. Today, Algolia provides search infrastructure for developers worldwide and is valued at over $2 billion. As a General Partner at Y Combinator, Nicolas has conducted over 3,000 office hours across 9 batches, working closely with early-stage startups. He holds a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Nantes. Nicolas will share his experiences building and scaling Algolia, including: - Early challenges and key decisions in the startup's development - Lessons learned about growth, fundraising, and working with investors - Building company culture while scaling rapidly - Practical advice for getting the most out of the YC program - Insights from his current role mentoring new founders Event Agenda: - 6:00 PM: Doors open & networking begins - 6:30 PM: Fireside chat begins - 7:30 PM: Fireside chat concludes & networking resumes - 8:00 PM: Event Ends This marks the third edition of the "An Evening With" series, following inspiring conversations with Geoff Ralston, Emeritus President of Y Combinator, and Benedict Evans, the renowned technology analyst. The event will be moderated by Arnaud Bonzom (CGM'22), founder of Black Mangroves and Entrepreneur in Residence at INSEAD. Black Mangroves hosts this fireside chat in partnership with INSEAD San Francisco, continuing their commitment to bringing together accomplished leaders from the startup and technology ecosystem for meaningful dialogue with the entrepreneurial community. 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.

Agentic AI is the next frontier of innovation, but scaling these systems from initial product idea to transformative platform takes more than hype. It takes strategy, speed, and the right mindset. Join us during SF Tech Week for an exclusive evening that goes beyond the buzz, offering real, actionable insights from someone who’s been shaping the future of technology for decades. We’re thrilled to host Chris Yeh, bestselling co-author of Blitzscaling and veteran venture investor, for a candid conversation on what it really takes to engineer and scale AI agent systems that drive enduring value. From blitzscaling principles to the practical realities of building agentic products, this is a rare opportunity to learn from one of Silicon Valley’s sharpest minds. Whether you're an engineer building the future of AI, a founder navigating agent-first product strategy, or an investor searching for clarity in a crowded space, this is your blueprint for the next wave of agentic growth. ​Agenda: ​6:00–6:25 PM – Doors open: casual arrival, drinks & light bites ​6:25–6:30 PM – Welcome & introduction ​6:30–7:15 PM – Author talk by Chris Yeh ​7:15–7:30 PM – Audience Q&A ​7:30 PM onward – Book signing, mingling, and networking ​Copies of Blitzscaling will be available, along with snacks and refreshments. ​This event is hosted by Composio, the “skill layer” for AI agents: an API platform that enables agents to securely and reliably interact with third-party tools. Composio makes it easy to add deep integrations into your AI agents with just a few lines of code. composio.dev 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.

​----------- 🃏 The Spice King’s Poker Nights at Techweek ----------- ​Founders, investors, LPs — the Spice King summons you. During Techweek, every night Sunday through Saturday, I’m hosting a private poker/founders lounge inside the sleek offices of AngelList. Yes, you read that right: poker in the house that built modern startup investing. ​I’ve teamed up with AngelList because there’s no better backdrop for big bets and bold bluffs. Think polished floors, startup lore, and the kind of place where “all-in” could mean your next round. ​*****Drinks & Snacks Included!***** ----------- CHOOSE YOUR FLAVOR: ​At the table (or around it), you’ve got three ways to play: ----------- ​- 10c/20c No-Limit Hold ’Em — for the poker-curious - ​1/1 No-Limit Hold ’Em — light sparring, the warm-up ring. ​- 5/5 No-Limit Hold ’Em — where the sharks circle and the pots get real. ​- Drinks & Socializing — because sometimes the best move is sitting back with a whiskey and letting others show their tells. ----------- ​Who Belongs Here ----------- ​Founders who’ve raised $1M+ (you’ve proven you can ante up). ​Investors & LPs who know that real deal flow happens after-hours. ​Anyone who understands that poker is about character, risk, and nerve. ​Why Show Up? ​Because you’ll learn more about someone’s true game in two hours here than in twenty pitch meetings. Because this is AngelList + the Spice King — two brands that don’t exactly do “casual.” And because in this room, even a losing hand might win you your next deal. ----------- ​The Ground Rules ----------- ​No sneaking in: This is badged-in, ID-checked, guest-list-only. If you’re not approved, you’re not crossing that lobby. ​Respect the seat: Take a spot, then ghost? You’ll be exiled from the Spice King’s future events. No second chances. ​Special guests: Each night will feature surprise players — the kind who don’t just play the game, they change it. ​Seats are scarce. The vibe is sharp. The room is swank. ​— Spice King of Zanzibar https://lu.ma/spicekingofzanzibar ——— RSVP TO OTHER POKER NIGHTS DURING TECHWEEK! ——— ——— RSVP TO OTHER POKER NIGHTS DURING TECHWEEK! ——— Mon Oct 6 - https://partiful.com/e/2s9AgbnP19mlXLQ4zi3C Wed Oct 8 - https://partiful.com/e/4lctWXCytcey9e4RyVtM Thu Oct 9 - https://partiful.com/e/4ZomYSAK9jE18kGcZez6 Fri Oct 10 - https://partiful.com/e/GDPbUkJbQoOg06yzEaKR Sat Oct 11 - https://partiful.com/e/qXfdoYoNqdhuEGvouM64 ----------- 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.

With the drop of Sora 2 this week, we decided to put together an event to celebrate the people that AI hopes to imitate - and discuss the future of media. Varun Rana (100K+ IG/TT), Safi Qadir (Powell St, Claybird YC F25), and Neal Patel (Tech Comedian) are coming together this tech week to host the first event where human creativity is put before AI and technology. If you're a: - Content Creator - Creative (designer, artist, filmmaker, etc.) - Founder ... then this event is for you. Our goal is to bring together SF’s most creative individuals and the hottest startup founders that are looking to connect, collaborate, and even make their next hire. Oh, and more importantly, have fun. We firmly believe that in the age of AI, taste and creativity will become the difference between the average and the exceptional. So, here's to the creatives 🥂 Deets - Date: Wednesday, October 8th @ 6pm. Loc: SF - Lower Haight (exact location upon approval) There will be a DJ 🪩 and light snacks provided 🍿 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.

In the heart of the world’s most ambitious startup scene, women founders are still being told the playing field is “better than ever.” The numbers disagree. In 2025, women-led startups in the U.S. pulled just over 2% of all VC dollars — in SF, that means the game is still mostly played without you on the roster. Even for seasoned founders, the warm-intro culture of Sand Hill Road keeps capital locked behind closed doors. Investors still pitch men on “market domination” and women on “risk mitigation.” AI, deep tech, and SaaS get the headlines, but the bar for women to raise in those sectors sits higher — and often comes with double the scrutiny. In a city obsessed with the “next big thing,” women founders are forced to prove their staying power before they’ve even gotten a fair shot at scale. 🎯 Why You Should Attend Because the SF hustle isn’t slowing down, and neither are the expectations. You’ll hear from founders who’ve raised in the most cut-throat funding climate in years, navigated the old biases wearing new disguises, and built companies that punch through without losing themselves in the process. If you’re building in tech — whether it’s AI, enterprise, consumer apps, or the next category-breaker — this is where you’ll learn how to navigate the maze, spot the landmines, and find your people. 🙋 Who You’ll Meet Women tech founders from pre-seed to Series B . Investors and ecosystem builders with deep roots in SF’s venture scene. Operators, mentors, and allies who’ve seen the game from the inside and want it to change. 🎤 Who’s on the Panel Mehak Aggarwal - Co-Founder of Sybill Founder and head of AI at a silicon valley startup Sybill that’s raised $15M+. She’s also an engineering nerd. Sybill is AI sales assistant who can answer deal questions, create sales assets, and automate grunt work like meeting prep, email follow-ups, and CRM updates. Haruka Takamori - Co-Founder & CEO of Syval Haruka Takamori is the founder of Syval, a money journaling app that helps people quit impulse buying and understand the emotions behind their spending. She grew up in Taiwan in a single-parent household and later worked at ByteDance, in investment banking, and in venture capital. After overcoming her own shopping addiction, Haruka moved to San Francisco to build Syval. Inspired by personal experiences with financial instability, she is committed to making financial wellness accessible to all. Beyond startups, Haruka is trilingual and an active advocate for founder wellness and mindfulness practices. 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. Moderator: Jenny Chen - CEO of WalktheChat Jenny runs a performance marketing and data analytics agency that used AI to drive strategic insights for global luxury brands such as Louis Vuitton, Armani, and Chaumet. A recognized leader in social media and e-commerce within the fashion space, she spent 12 years in Beijing before moving to the U.S., where she lived in five cities across both coasts over 6 months before finally settling in San Francisco. 💬 What We’ll Talk About Why SF’s “open network” is still a closed loop without the right intros — and how to break in. The new face of bias in venture: same double standard, now dressed in AI hype and “metrics discipline.” Surviving the hyper-competitive pitch circuit without burning out. What’s working right now for women raising in SaaS, AI, and other high-growth sectors. Building companies that scale on your terms, not just your investors’. 🤝 Co-hosted With Global Entrepreneurs Hub - Silicon Valley’s $1M+ ARR+ Founder Community. GREY Journal – Media partner spotlighting modern entrepreneurs (featured on Apple News + Google News). 🤝 Venue Partner Persona - An online identity verification platform that helps businesses, from any size and industry to collect, verify, and manage user identities throughout a customer lifecycle. Available in over 200 countries. Starting at $0. ⭐ 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 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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Join us for Founders & Investors: AI GTM 5-Minute Showdown, a rapid-fire pitch event spotlighting lean AI startup teams and the investors seeking the next wave of GTM innovation. Selected founders will each have five minutes to demo how they’re using AI to transform their go-to-market, with live votes from an audience of investors and fellow founders determining the winners. Expect quick, high-impact pitches, energetic networking, and a lively happy hour with great food and drinks. This is your chance to connect directly with visionary founders, active investors, and the startup operators building the future of AI-driven GTM. If you’re ready to showcase your edge, uncover new opportunities, or simply mingle with top talent in the AI startup community, don’t miss this event! 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.

Foreign-born founders are behind many of the most promising U.S. startups, yet immigration hurdles, compliance, and funding risks can stall even the best ideas. For international entrepreneurs and the VCs who back them, navigating visas, investment structures, and regulatory rules is critical to building scalable companies. This session brings together cross-border investors, immigrant founders, and immigration attorneys to share insights and real-world stories. The discussion will cover founder-friendly visa pathways, best practices for equity and governance, and strategies for VCs to responsibly support foreign talent—highlighting both challenges and opportunities at the intersection of immigration strategy and venture growth. From H-1Bs and O-1s to E-2s and EB-1s, the panel will demystify how immigration law, startup formation, and venture funding intersect—so founders and investors can move forward with confidence. Panelists: - Eugene Malobrodsky (Managing Partner, One Way Ventures) - Ihar Mahaniok (Managing Partner, Geek Ventures) - Michael Serotte (Founder, Serotte Law, Immigration Counsel for Stanford's StartX and Graduate School of Business) - Mariana Antcheva (General Counsel and Chief Administrative Officer, Pilot) - Bolun Li (Founder, Zogo) - Vinit Bhansali (General Partner, Takshil Venture Partners) - Moderator: Christina Chen (Head of Business Development, GoElite) 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.

🗓️ Event Details When: 10/7 at 6pm | poker starts at 6:30 Who: B2B SaaS investors & operators Host: PixieBrix & SKY VC Venue will be released soon. Step away from the noise of Tech Week for a relaxed evening of dinner, drinks, and friendly competition. Connect with fellow B2B SaaS leaders, trade stories, and maybe even win the last hand of the night. Curated guest list of SaaS investors & operators Great food + casual networking Optional poker tournament (Texas Hold’em) $20 buy-in, rebuys/add-ons available Beginners welcome - cards, chips, and plenty of laughs provided. 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.

CFO and Controller dinner Hosted by Rillet & a16z during SF Tech Week We are bringing together a small group of finance leaders for a tactics-driven discussion on how AI is transforming the finance function. The aim is for everyone to leave with useful frameworks and valuable new connections.  What to Expect: - Firsthand accounts from leading CFOs and controllers who have transformed their financial processes with AI - Opportunity to share how you are implementing AI within your own organization - Meaningful connections with peers on similar AI journeys Seating will be intentionally limited for quality conversations and genuine connections. 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.

🚀 Venture University SF Info Session – Learn the Business of Venture Capital Join us during New York Tech Week for an evening with J. Skyler Fernandes, General Partner at VU Venture Partners and Founder of Venture University, the world’s #1 investor accelerator. Skyler, ranked among the Top 100 Powerlist VCs, will share insights into VU’s distinctive approach to venture education and deal execution. He’ll also dive into the firm’s top 2% performance track record, with 100+ portfolio companies and 25+ unicorns and multi-billion-dollar exits across the team. Expect real-world case studies on companies like SpaceX, OpenAI, Figure AI, Neuralink, Anduril, Wayflyer, and Flyr Labs, and learn how VU trains the next generation of investors to source, evaluate, and win top-tier deals. ​Interested in becoming a VC? Launching your own fund? Or leveling up as an angel investor? ​Venture University has helped 750+ professionals break into the world of venture capital, private equity, and startup investing – from analysts and associates to fund managers and family offices. ​In this 60-minute session, you’ll learn about: ​✅ How VU’s Investor Accelerator works: ​Real investments, real deal flow, real apprenticeship ​Up to 7 investments per quarter, with a profit-sharing model ​Options to join in-person, virtually, or via on-demand content ​✅ The difference between pure education and “learning by doing” – and why it matters for building a track record. ​✅ What top-tier VC training really looks like: ​VU’s leadership has invested over $9B across VC & PE, backed 20+ unicorns, and achieved top decile returns (4x+ DPI). ​✅ How alumni are getting hired, launching funds, and co-investing in the world’s top startups. ​💬 After the presentation, stick around to connect with VU alumni, hear their experiences, and ask questions in a casual mixer setting. ​Whether you’re actively pursuing a VC career or simply curious about the inner workings of the industry, this is a rare opportunity to dive in. ​Presentation to start at 7:00 pm ​🎓 Learn more about the program in advance at venture.university 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.

Join some of the greatest minds in fintech for An Agentic Commerce Evening during SF Tech Week at Ozumo on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, starting at 6:30 p.m. Your dinner hosts will be: Chuck Yu, CEO at VGS Angela Strange, General Partner at a16z Wade Arnold, Founder and CEO of Moov This dinner is a chance for fintech and payments leaders to discuss agentic commerce, the opportunities, challenges, and risks around the latest innovations, all the players involved, and ideas about how to make AI-driven payments successful for all. Unbiased, open conversations are encouraged...this is not a sales dinner. Secure your seat - and some great swag - at this Agentic Commerce Evening during SF Tech Week! ______________ 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.

Imagine turning light into logic. A billionth of a second per operation. No heat. No resistance. Just pure information at the speed of physics itself. Meet the scientists and founders from PsiQuantum, Hartley Ultrafast, and others building machines that think with light. 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.

Consumer AI = The New Golden Rush! 🍸 We’re taking over Downtown SF to throw the consumer party of the week, where AI founders and investors drop the pitch decks, grab a drink, and hit the dance floor 🎶 ⚡️ What’s Happening: Kick off with a bold panel on the future of Conversational AI — real-time voice, long-context conversations, inference cost hacks, and scaling quality at speed. 🎤 Speakers: Colton Gyulay, COO at Speak.com James Groeneveld, CIO at Character.ai Marvin, CEO & Co-founder at Poke.com Moderated by Kylan Gibbs, CEO & Co-founder at Inworld.ai Then we turn it up with: 🍸 Free cocktails & surprise gifts 🎶 DJ sets & dance floor grooves 💫 200+ founders, VCs, and creators of the next AI wave 📍 Secret Downtown SF location (you’ll love this one 😉) Hosts. ​◾ Inworld - AI products for growing AI applications. Backed by Lightspeed, Microsoft’s M12, Intel Capital, Founders Fund, Kleiner Perkins, BITKRAFT Ventures, Samsung Next, LG Technology Ventures, Stanford University, First Spark Ventures, and others. More about our TTS and Runtime: https://inworld.ai/ ​◾TRMNL4 – a global startup consumer ecosystem; connector for startups, investors, and big tech players. With a network of 8,000+ startups across 112+ countries, TRMNL4 has backed 213 founders, partnered with Snapchat and Meta on acceleration programs. More: https://trmnl4.com/ Sponsored: Pilot is an accounting firm that specializes in providing expert bookkeeping, tax preparation, CFO and COO services specifically designed for startups and small businesses. Headquartered in SF and Nashville, Pilot brings together U.S.-based finance experts and cutting-edge technology to deliver trustworthy financials and actionable insights. https://pilot.com/ Note: By registering, attendees agree that their contacts will be shared with hosts and co-sponsors. 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

Join the very best SF Consumer founders and investors for an exclusive dinner at a top restaurant. Drink, eat and mingle with consumer founders from seed to Series D working on everything from AI mental health startups to the hottest new dating app. To apply, answer the questions and we will finalize the guest list by Sept 20th. Presented by Helium (tryhelium.com) + [REDACTED VENTURES]. 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.

You're Invited to a TechTable hosted during San Francisco 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 #SFTechWeek—a week of events hosted by VCs and startups to bring together the tech ecosystem. Learn more at www.tech-week.com.

Join us for our Social Impact SF: Tech Week Mixer — an evening bringing together mission-driven founders, nonprofit leaders, changemakers in tech, and social impact professionals in one inspiring space. ​Connect with people who are deeply committed to making a difference, discover opportunities to advance your mission-driven projects, and explore collaborations that can amplify impact across the Bay Area. ​Enjoy free food, happy hour pricing at the bar, and a free art gallery open to the public. ​Tickets are free: proceeds go to supporting Social Impact SF's events throughout the year. There is a capacity limit, so we'll review all registrants to prioritize the Social Impact SF community and social impact professionals. Want to demo your product or share more about your organization? Grab a table! Tables are limited, so don't hesitate to grab one. ​Reach out to remotelygood@substack.com to reserve a table. This event is hosted by Remotely Good, Nice Industries, Broadway Creative Studios, Value Economy, Bloom.pm, Startup Universe/AI for Good Institute, and e.e.r.s.. Remotely Good is an AI-powered remote and hybrid job platform connecting mission-driven talent to great organizations to do good from anywhere. Employers can get 14 days free on their first featured job listing. Learn more at remotelygood.us Nice Industries is fundamentally reshaping the nonprofit funding landscape by helping impact organizations develop new revenue streams. By embedding charitable giving into diverse commercial and entertainment transactions, Nice gets nonprofits to access funding sources far beyond traditional donations and grants. Learn more at nice.industries (Sponsorship is available. Reach out to remotelygood@substack.com for our sponsorship kit.) 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.

🗓️ Event Details Date: November TBD Where: Venue TBD Who: Women founders, investors & operators ready to master their game This page will only be used for Poker Night updates. Step into a night where poker meets entrepreneurship. This isn’t just a game. It’s a masterclass in decision making, risk taking, and thinking in probabilities. Inspired by Annie Duke’s Thinking in Bets, this poker night is designed for women founders, investors, and operators who want to sharpen their instincts at the table and in business. No poker experience? No problem. You’ll learn the basics, play in themed tables that mirror real startup and investing challenges, and leave with both a stronger network and a new toolkit for making smarter bets in life and business. Expect big laughs, bold plays, and the kind of conversations you only get when women founders and investors sit down to play to win. PRICE: $20 per person to guarantee a seat at the table. (Payment methods will be updated via text blast for this event pre approval) 🎉 What’s Going Down Crash Course in Poker: Quick, fun intro (no experience needed). Thinking in Bets IRL: Apply Annie Duke’s winning principles to startup and investing decisions. Themed Tables: Risk & Reward, Information Gaps, Reading the Room - each hand doubles as a business lesson. High Stakes Networking: Meet women who bet big, build big, and invest big. Prizes & Surprises: luxury poker sets and bragging rights. 🃏 Why Join Poker is entrepreneurship in disguise: imperfect info, tough calls, and playing the long game. You’ll walk away with: A poker mindset toolkit you can use in business & life Fresh perspective on risk and decision making Powerful connections with women who play to win ✨ Seats are limited (tables cap at 9). Secure your spot before the deck is shuffled. PRICE: $20 per person to guarantee a seat at the table. (Payment methods will be updated via text blast for this event pre approval) 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 celebrating big product launches and milestones—but not in the usual way. Think less “conference room,” more “late-night lab.” Join us for an invite-only evening where we’ll pull back the curtain on what’s next for Perplexity. Expect surprise demos, behind-the-scenes drops, and the chance to connect with builders, dreamers, and a few partners in crime. Agenda: 7:00pm – 7:15pm — Opening Remarks with Denis Yarats, Co‑Founder & CTO 7:15pm – 7:30pm — Vision & Welcome from Aravind Srinivas, Co‑Founder & CEO 7:30pm – 8:00pm — Unveiling Perplexity’s Search API, James Liounis (API Lead) 8:00pm – 8:15pm — Live Demo: Search API in Action (+ Exclusive API Beta Preview!) 8:15pm – 8:30pm — Refresh & Connect: Coffee Break 8:30pm – 8:45pm — Spotlight: Introducing Comet with Ali Shobeiri 8:45pm – 9:45pm — Networking & Community Connection Drinks, bites, and good energy provided. The rest—well, you’ll have to be there to find out. 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.

Virio Dinner for GTM leaders. Join an exclusive, invitation-only dinner bringing together marketing executives at top growth stage B2B SaaS companies. This intimate gathering will allow CMOs, VPs of Marketing to connect and share insights on real strategies and lessons for marketing in the AI era. Feel free to check out virio.ai or linkedin.com/in/ericlay-virio/ to learn more! 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.

Join the Low Latency Club, hosted by Telnyx and Rime.ai for another hands-on Voice AI meetup. We’ll dive into building real-time conversational AI agents using the Telnyx and Rime AI stack—covering live demos, best practices, and community discussion. Whether you’re a developer, founder, or AI enthusiast, this is your chance to: - Experiment with our Voice AI Agent Builder. - Connect with peers pushing the boundaries of real-time AI. - Learn how low latency infrastructure powers next-gen voice experiences. Snacks and drinks provided. This is a hands-on event, so please bring your laptop if you’d like to follow along with the demo. 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.

Join us for Frontiers of Personalized Biomarkers, an exclusive event bringing together three visionary founders at the forefront of biotechnology to discuss the future of personal medicine. Come hear from the founders of ImYoo, Kepler AI, and Aevitas on their work in advancing personalized medicine. This session will feature a live analysis of single-cell RNA sequencing (scRNA-seq) data from one of our speakers’ own samples. Using cutting-edge AI and bioinformatics, we’ll demonstrate how next-generation computational tools can extract insights from personal cellular data, bridging the gap between advanced research and real-world applications. Our speakers will share their perspectives on: - How multi-omics and AI are reshaping the landscape of healthcare. - What the future holds for data-driven personal bioenhancement. - Ways to bring your personal health monitoring to the next level. # About Kepler AI Kepler AI is the leading provider of enterprise-grade AI agents and AI-native data interfaces for the life sciences. Kepler allows for secure automation of end-to-end bioinformatics and data-heavy research workflows, unlocking a step change in research efficiency and quality. Based in San Francisco, Kepler was founded by a team of scientists and engineers who built foundational scientific infrastructure at GRAIL, Databricks, Foresite Labs, and Xaira Therapeutics. # About Aevitas Aevitas is an incubator for researchers and companies radically expanding our understanding of biology. Our technical community encompasses projects at the frontiers of anti-aging, bioenhancement, and synthetic biology. Supported by Longevity Biotech Fellowship and The Vitalism Foundation. # About ImYoo ImYoo is a public benefit corporation enabling people to participate in cutting-edge biomarker research by giving them the tools to collect and biobank their own samples from home. This research paves the way for our AI-native future by capturing the full spectrum of incredibly high-dimensional molecular data that is now available on how our bodies are changing over time. 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

Join Unify for a morning of fun, friendly competition, and community at Bay Padel in San Francisco during Tech Week. We’re bringing together top GTM leaders for open court games, breakfast, and a chance to connect. Whether you’re here to play, cheer, or just hang out, you’ll have the chance to win some unique and cool prizes throughout the morning. 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.

Join us for a ride over the Golden Gate Bridge and up Hawk Hill. Enjoy the vistas of San Francisco on one of the world's most beautiful climbs. Enjoy all of this with fellow founders and riders. Afterwards, we'll have croissants and coffee courtesy of Pebl and GetProven. Great exercise, networking and afterwards the best croissants in the world, in Arsicault. 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.

Casual ball run @ USF indoor courts. Open to all skill levels - whether you played in college or haven't hooped since middle school PE. Running 5 on 5 full court if we have the numbers (and the cardio). Watch your ankles! 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.

Get ready for the fourth annual Enterprise Digital Asset Summit (EDAS), the premier event for enterprise finance leaders building at the intersection of digital assets, AI, and financial transformation. EDAS is a curated, one-day experience designed for CFOs, financial operators, auditors, accountants, and other enterprise leaders driving the future of finance. With a focus on real-world adoption and a compliance-first strategy, EDAS 2025 is your front-row seat to the next wave of financial innovation. For the first time ever, EDAS is heading to San Francisco to be hosted at the exclusive St. Francis Yacht Club, with incredible panoramic views of the Bay. NOTE: EDAS is a ticketed event. Waitlisted attendees will receive a link with instructions on completing ticket purchase. Attendees must have a ticket to attend EDAS 2025. For more, visit edas.live. 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.

Get away from the keynotes and into the waves! As part of SF Tech Week, J.P. Morgan Startup Banking, Dell Technologies Capital, Plug and Play Tech Center, and Interlude Capital are hosting a community surf session at a beautiful, beginner friendly beach—just 20 minutes south of San Francisco. Whether you’re a first-time surfer or a seasoned rider, come connect with fellow innovators, founders, VCs, and tech enthusiasts in a laid-back, beachside setting. If you need to rent a board or wetsuit, we’ve got you covered! Plus there’s plenty of space to just hang out and get a cup of coffee or a bite at Soul Grind Coffee Roasters. 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.

Investor Breakfast Event is a private gathering designed exclusively for those shaping the future of innovation; angel investors, venture capitalists, LPs, and family offices. Over coffee and breakfast, we’ll create space for candid, off-the-record conversations about where capital is flowing, what’s changing in the market, and how different investors are thinking about opportunities ahead. This is not a pitch event, it’s a chance to connect peer-to-peer, exchange perspectives, and build stronger relationships within the investing community. Whether you’re focused on early-stage bets, growth opportunities, or long-term capital allocation, this breakfast is meant to bring the right people into the same room to learn from each other and spark meaningful connections. 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.

Kick off your morning at San Francisco Tech Week with coffee, breakfast, and energizing conversation. Suffolk Technologies is bringing together founders who are reimagining the built world—the industries that shape our physical environment, including construction, infrastructure, design, and real estate. Join founders reimagining the physical world through AI, robotics, new materials, and more. Expect fresh perspectives, candid conversations, and meaningful connections with people who know the grit and ambition it takes to transform how we live, work, and move through the world. Space is limited to keep the discussion energizing and valuable - come hungry, leave 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.

Join Inkeep for a casual Tuesday evening mixer for those who make CX actually work: Support leaders, Product managers, Platform/AI engineers, and Technical Docs/Knowledge teams. No panels, no pitches—just casual networking with great people in customer experience, good drinks. Hosted by Inkeep, the CX platform used Anthropic, Midjourney, Pinecone, and PostHog to build AI Assistants for CX. Check us out at: https://inkeep.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.

Join us for a breakfast morning as part of San Francisco Tech Week to meet with the AI Venture Forge cohort. Over coffee and a hearty breakfast, you’ll meet 9 pioneering AI startups from Ireland’s Venture Forge Accelerator - a new wave of founders shaping the future of artificial intelligence. Hosted by the team at PorterShed and supported by Enterprise Ireland. Thank you to the team at VHI for sponsoring this breakfast We’ll also be joined by a special guest who’s shaping the future of AI right here in the Bay Area… stay tuned! Connect directly with founders building cutting-edge AI solutions. Discover fresh opportunities for collaboration, investment, and partnerships. Celebrate Ireland’s thriving startup ecosystem as it bridges into the global AI community. Whether you’re an investor scouting the next big AI play, a founder looking to exchange insights, or simply someone who loves all things Ireland and innovation, this breakfast gathering promises great conversations, new connections, and a front-row seat to the future of AI. AI Venture Forge is made possible through funding received from the NDRC Realisation Fund. The NDRC is Ireland's startup accelerator programme, operated by a consortium of innovation hubs, that supports early-stage, globally ambitious tech startups with funding, mentorship, and networking opportunities to help them build and scale their businesses. 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.

Join us during SF Tech Week for an invite-only breakfast hosted by Phase Capital. We’re bringing together LPs, investors, and founders to explore the future being built at the intersection of biology, technology, and capital. The morning will feature networking and rapid-fire founder spotlights from Nashville, San Francisco, and beyond, plus space for high-value conversations and new connections. 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 perfect for first time founders, specifically those going from a senior executive role or corporate job into the life of an entrepreneur. As a growth advisor at Mucker Capital, Chris Sheng has worked with 500+ founders from various backgrounds and pedigree. Going from 0 to 1 is an entirely different beast and experience that many are ill prepared for. He'll share the various stories and real-life experiences of various founders and what you need to be on the look out for on your journey to startup entrepreneur. 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.

Join us for a forward-looking discussion on the next generation of platforms designed for today’s finance leaders. Hosted by J.P. Morgan and moderated by Dean Quiambao from Armanino, this panel brings together the founders of Rillet, Concourse, Sphere, Metronome and Ivan Makarov and Seema Amble, partners at Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) to explore how technology is reshaping the CFO’s office and finance organizations at large. We’ll dive into the tools and systems defining modern financial operations, from automation to real-time insights, and what this means for scaling companies in an increasingly complex business environment. 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.

​Partner2Partner VC Host Spotlight: 8VC 8VC is an early-stage venture capital firm based in Austin, TX and San Francisco, CA. We partner with entrepreneurs to build technology platforms that create long-term economic and societal value. 8VC is a team of entrepreneurs, engineers, investors and philosophers who value operating experience and action, as well as new ideas and creative theories. The partners have a proven track-record as founders of successful companies including Palantir, Addepar, Affinity and OpenGov, among others. For more information, please visit https://8vc.com. ​About Alpha's VC Partner Breakfast Series: ​​The VC Partner2Partner Breakfast Series, a partner-only networking event without agenda or commercial sponsor, lets VC partners connect with each other without distraction. About Runway Growth Capital: Runway Growth Capital is a leading provider of flexible financing solutions for late- and growth-stage companies across the technology, healthcare, and consumer sectors. The firm structures loans ranging from $10 million to $150 million, tailored to support businesses with strong fundamentals and clear growth trajectories. 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.

The world’s fastest-growing companies aren’t stopping at the U.S. — they’re building global from day one. Join us for an exclusive C-suite roundtable breakfast hosted by Frontline Ventures, Assembled, Taylor Wessing, and London & Partners. This high-level gathering brings together top investors, operators, and advisors to share first-hand insights on how to successfully expand and win in the UK & EMEA markets. We’ll cover the realities of market entry: GTM strategy, structuring, hiring, tax, and visas — plus a candid founder case study. Walk away with the playbook, connections, and confidence to scale internationally. Who should attend: Founders and C-suite leaders of high-growth Series A, B & C companies considering expansion to Europe and beyond. Speakers: Ryan Wang, CEO, Assembled Brennan O'Donnell, Partner, Frontline Ventures Penny Harwood, SVP Business Development, London & Partners David Bates, Partner, Taylor Wessing Agenda 08:30 | Arrival & Networking Breakfast 08:45 | Welcome Remarks 09:00 | Founder Case Study 09:20 | Expert Insights 09:50 | Q&A 10:00 | Wrap-Up + Networking Kindly hosted by CBRE Assembled is redefining the future of customer support. Its platform combines modern workforce management with AI-powered issue resolution, empowering teams to deliver world-class support at scale. Trusted by industry leaders like Etsy, Robinhood, and Stripe, Assembled helps the fastest-growing companies turn support into a true competitive advantage. ​London & Partners is the business growth & destination agency for London, dedicated to helping companies successfully scale and expand internationally. As a not-for-profit business organization, we provide free, bespoke, and confidential services to guide businesses through the complexities of international growth. ​Frontline is the venture firm for globally ambitious B2B companies on both sides of the Atlantic. Frontline is the only VC fund focused exclusively on helping high growth startups with European expansion. Their portfolio includes category leaders such as Vanta, Lattice, Navan, Attentive and MosaicML. Taylor Wessing is an international law firm with expertise in the UK market that has helped numerous tech companies with expansion to the EMEA market. 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 multi-sensory journey where humans, AI, and XR merge into one. As part of a16z SF Tech Week, we're transforming Pebblebed's warehouse space in Mission into a living canvas. From sunset to late night, step into a James Turrell–inspired light environment where technology, art, and human connection dissolve into pure experience. Engage all five senses: SIGHT: Projection-mapped walls & generative AI art by Gene Kogan, Refik Anadol SOUND: Live DJ sets, immersive soundscapes & sound healing meditation TOUCH: Interactive Tech Logo Cubes you stack to reshape the space in real-time PRESENCE: XR/MR experiences that respond to your movement and energy COLLECTIVE: Co-create with artists, technologists & creators as the space evolves with the crowd You won't just watch—you'll become part of the art. The walls respond to collective energy. The soundscapes react to presence. Every interaction ripples through the space, blurring the lines between physical/digital, human/AI, observer/creator. This is a community-driven experiment in the future of creativity—where XR installations, AI performances, and human imagination converge. Oct 9th | 8-11pm | Pebblebed Mission Come sense the future. 🌐✨ About Pebblebed Pebblebed is a technical early stage VC founded by Pam Vagata (cofounder of OpenAI, ran AI for Stripe, inventor of FBLearner Flow); Keith Adams (founded Facebook AI Research, was chief architect at Slack, 20th engineer at VMWare); Luke Byrne (former partner at Tapestry) and Tammie Siew (former Sequoia Southeast Asia investor, former Sequoia & GGV backed founder). 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.

​Who doesn’t love brunch during SF Tech Week? 🥞 Bennie, Deel, and Thatch are hosting Pancakes & People — a casual gathering where tech leaders, founders, and operators can connect over good food, hot coffee, and great vibes. ​Save your spot, bring your appetite, and let’s make some connections that matter. 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 tactical invite-only workshop for GTM teams looking to drive real results with creator-led growth - co-hosted by Passionfroot and Tasker AI. Creator marketing isn’t just for DTC brands anymore - it’s becoming one of the most efficient and scalable ways for B2B and SaaS startups to drive awareness, trust, and demand. But most early-stage teams don’t know where to start: → Which creators actually move the needle? → How much should we pay? → What’s the right brief, CTA, or platform? → How do we track ROI? This tactical workshop breaks it down - from campaign planning to platform mix to real-world startup examples. Who’s this for? ​- Founders at early-stage startups - Heads of Growth or CMOs - Marketing and Demand Generation Leaders ​Space is limited - we’re keeping this one intentional and highly curated. Please RSVP to guarantee your spot. This event is hosted by Passionfroot. Passionfroot is the leading B2B Creator Platform helping global companies such as Replit, Rippling and Hubspot scale their GTM with creators. Learn more at www.passionfroot.me Tasker is your own personal AI assistant for everyday to-dos between your work and personal life. Let Tasker handle your routine tasks and watch your productivity soar. 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. Can't make it to SF? Join us in NY for our September 18th breakfast on Growing your B2B Brand on Linkedin: https://luma.com/hk0b3mb3

Join an exclusive tea ceremony experience in the middle of noisy SF Tech Week. Guided by a tea master, this gathering slows the pace and creates space for conversations that are thoughtful, present, and lasting. With only 20 seats for seed and Series A founders alongside partner-level VCs, this is networking designed for depth, trust, and lasting relationships. Brought to you by A-Players, One Way Ventures, Escalon, and Rho. 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.

The rules of investing are changing. In a world where passive strategies no longer guarantee performance, investors are turning automation, adaptability, and smarter execution. Join us for an exclusive Tech Week session hosted by MachineTrader, where we’ll explore how low-code algorithmic systems are opening the door to institutional-grade trading, without the need for engineering teams or complex infrastructure. This is not another pitch deck. It’s a live look at how we are building, testing, and deploying adaptive trading strategies in real time, leveraging the power of automation to gain an edge in today’s markets. Whether you're managing your own capital, overseeing a fund, or advising clients, this event is designed to showcase what’s possible. Build strategies that adapt. No Python required. Capacity is limited - RSVP now to confirm your spot. ***Please bring a fully charged laptop for this event.*** 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.

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! --- 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.

ProductCon is structured around the hottest topics in Product, takes place four times per year in New York, San Francisco, London, and Online, and gathers over 45,000 product professionals from all over the world. You’ll learn from inspirational CPOs, CEOs and VPs from global tech giants. You’ll learn best practices behind the most successful products, network with the best people in product, and have the opportunity to interact with all our sponsor companies. Get ready to level up your product skills, network with a global community of fellow product leaders, and have a ball! ProductCon is powered by Product School - the leader in Digital Transformation, Product Training, and Coaching. They work with individuals and organizations around the world to accelerate growth. 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.