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San Francisco AI & ML Professionals, Investors and Start-Ups Networking
Wed, Oct 14, 2:00 AM🔔 **Please Note:** RSVP on Meetup **does not guarantee entry**. To attend, you **must register through the official ticket link** here: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sf-ai-tech-startups-investors-innovators-networking-mixer-tickets-1999847903915](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sf-ai-tech-startups-investors-innovators-networking-mixer-tickets-1999847903915) Step into the vibrant world of artificial intelligence and machine learning at our exclusive San Francisco AI & Machine Learnig Network Mixer. This event caters to innovators, thinkers, and investors in the AI and ML spheres, providing a unique opportunity to connect with industry leaders, discover cutting-edge projects, and explore potential collaborations. **Event Highlights:** **One-Minute Presentations:** A rapid-fire session where AI and ML startups can pitch their innovations and business ideas directly to a curated audience of peers and potential investors. Each presentation is limited to one minute, emphasizing clarity and impact. **Structured Networking Opportunities:** Engage in meaningful discussions with fellow innovators and industry leaders. This event is designed to foster connections that lead to collaboration, investment, and growth. **Investment & Business Growth Opportunities** – Discover potential deals, secure funding, and connect with professionals offering valuable expertise. **Who Should Attend:** * **Emerging AI and ML Startups:** Showcase your innovations and seek partnerships or funding in a focused setting. * **Investors:** Find pioneering startups within the AI and ML domains that align with your investment criteria. * **AI and ML Professionals:** Network with peers, discuss advancements and industry challenges, and potentially find your next career move. * **Students and Academics:** Immerse yourself in the industry environment, gain insights, and connect with potential mentors and collaborators. **Why This Event is a Must:** * **Effective Networking:** Tailored specifically for the AI and ML communities, this mixer facilitates targeted networking, helping you build meaningful connections that can lead to collaborative projects or ventures. * **Opportunity for Exposure:** Startups can gain visibility by presenting their projects during one-minute pitches, directly communicating their value to an audience that includes potential investors and collaborators. * **Insight into Industry Trends:** Keep up-to-date with the latest research and commercial opportunities in AI and ML through conversations with industry insiders and thought leaders. * **Career Opportunities:** Professionals looking to advance in the AI and ML fields can discover new opportunities and expand their networks in a dynamic, supportive environment. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with the forefront of AI and ML innovation. Whether you’re looking to invest, collaborate, or just learn about the next big thing in tech, our San Francisco AI & ML Network Mixer is the place to be. Secure your spot today and be part of shaping the future of technology! **Why attend:** **1-Minute Elevator Pitches:** Every attendee will have the chance to do a **short, 1-minute pitch** to the room — introduce yourself, share what you’re building or working on, and let others know what kind of co-founder, partner, or expertise you’re looking for. **Networking**: Experience an evening of dynamic networking in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Meet IT professionals from diverse backgrounds, including software development, cybersecurity, data science, cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and more. **Career Advancement Opportunities**: Explore potential career opportunities by interacting with representatives from leading tech companies and startups. Discover the latest job openings and internships in the IT and Technology sectors. The event will be held in a sophisticated and vibrant venue, adorned with modern decor and equipped with state-of-the-art facilities to ensure your comfort and convenience throughout the day. **Register now - space is limited to 50 attendees only!** **P.S. Click Follow for future event alerts!**
San Francisco Tech Connect: Startups, Investors, Professionals Networking
Wed, Oct 21, 2:00 AM**✨ To join this event, please make sure to book your ticket here 👉[https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sf-tech-startups-investors-experts-networking-pitch-event-tickets-2000577575382](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sf-tech-startups-investors-experts-networking-pitch-event-tickets-2000577575382)** **Spaces are limited, and only registered guests with a ticket will be able to attend. Don’t miss out!** Join us in the heart of San Francisco for an evening of **tech innovation, networking, and new opportunities**. This event brings together **startup founders, entrepreneurs, investors, and professionals** from across the tech ecosystem to connect, collaborate, and exchange ideas. Whether you’re looking to **meet potential co-founders, pitch your startup, explore partnerships, or simply expand your professional circle**, San Francisco Tech Connect is the place to be. **Event highlights:** * **Co-Founder Matching** – Meet others with the skills, mindset, and ambition to help shape your venture * **Strategic Partnerships** – Connect with marketers, product leads, tech experts, ops minds, and more * **1-Minute Elevator Pitch** – Every attendee gets a moment to share who they are and what they're looking for * **Peer Networking** – Engage with fellow founders and builders navigating similar challenges * **Idea Sharing & Collaboration** – Discover opportunities to team up, support each other, or simply swap insights **Who should attend?** IT and Technology Professionals Networking Event welcomes all IT and Technology professionals who are passionate about advancing their careers, expanding their networks, and staying at the forefront of the ever-evolving digital landscape. This event is ideal for: * **Startup Founders**: Looking to pitch ideas, find partners, or secure funding. * **Investors & VCs**: Seeking new, disruptive technologies and promising startups to invest in. * **Innovators & Tech Enthusiasts**: Exploring emerging trends and sharing breakthrough ideas. * **Software Developers & Engineers**: Building innovative solutions or seeking collaboration in new projects. * **Cybersecurity Specialists**: Interested in protecting tech innovations and networking with startups. * **Data Scientists & Analysts**: Exploring data-driven technologies and connecting with tech leaders. * **IT Managers & Team Leads**: Looking to scale their teams, streamline operations, or discover new tools. * **Cloud Computing Experts**: Engaging with startups utilizing cloud infrastructure for growth. * **AI & Machine Learning Professionals**: Exploring the latest AI trends and networking with innovators. * **Industry Professionals**: From tech, finance, or legal sectors offering expertise in scaling businesses. * **Business Developers**: Focused on partnerships, collaborations, or market expansion. * **Mentors & Advisors**: Offering guidance on business strategy, scaling, or product development. **Why attend:** **1-Minute Elevator Pitches:** Every attendee will have the chance to do a **short, 1-minute pitch** to the room — introduce yourself, share what you’re building or working on, and let others know what kind of co-founder, partner, or expertise you’re looking for. **Networking**: Experience an evening of dynamic networking in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Meet IT professionals from diverse backgrounds, including software development, cybersecurity, data science, cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and more. **Career Advancement Opportunities**: Explore potential career opportunities by interacting with representatives from leading tech companies and startups. Discover the latest job openings and internships in the IT and Technology sectors. The event will be held in a sophisticated and vibrant venue, adorned with modern decor and equipped with state-of-the-art facilities to ensure your comfort and convenience throughout the day. Register now for Tech Startups, Investors, Innovators & Professionals Networking Event: Empowering Connections in the Digital Age, and take the first step towards fostering meaningful connections that will propel your career to new heights.
Find a Cofounder, Help or Join a Startup
Sat, Oct 17, 1:00 AM**Welcome to Startup Oasis!** If you are a startup founder, investor, developer, marketer, or anyone else in the tech ecosystem looking to start, join, or help a tech startup, this event is for you! Founders pitch their startups to the attendees; then, you can join a breakout room/area (that we curate) to talk to the founders, ask questions, and give feedback. People have been able to start a business as a result of this process. You are welcome to just watch as well. If you would like to pitch, RSVP here, and you can sign up on the day of the event. This event is **free** to attend. You can also support us with a donation. We are visiting **SF for TechCrunch Disrupt** and will host this special event for the 4th year running! The official registration page is [here](https://luma.com/zuss1w4n). (Stay in the Startup Oasis by joining the [newsletter](https://mailchi.mp/startupoasis/meetup)!) 🤝 **Who should attend:** * Startup founders * Engineers & builders * Designers & marketers * Investors & operators **Schedule:** 6:00 PM PDT - Doors Open for networking. Sign up at the check-in table if you want to pitch your startup. 6:45 - Founders are chosen to pitch. 7:00 - Startup Oasis Begins, Founders Pitch. 7:30 to 9:00 PM - Founders break off into break-out groups, and attendees can move around and help one another for the remainder of the time 9:00 - Head to happy hour offsite **Startup Oasis was created to pierce the illusion of accessibility of startups and tech by creating a grassroots forum for early-stage founders to pitch to those in the tech ecosystem to get real-time feedback for their idea or business.** Use this [link](https://www.startupoasis.org/contact-10 "https://www.startupoasis.org/contact-10") to: * Follow us on LinkedIn * Join our community * Donate to our cause * Visit our website * Sign up for our newsletter **Nearby Transit:** * BART: Powell Street Station is a 4-minute walk away * Bus & Street Car: Get off at the Market & Taylor stop * Car Parking: secure decks available nearby **FAQ:** **Is this event free to attend?** Yes - Startup Oasis will always be free for anyone to attend. If you would like to donate, you can buy a VIP ticket, and it will be appreciated! You can also talk to us about volunteer and sponsorship opportunities. **How do I get inside the venue?** Look for the front entrance on Market Street. **Am I eligible to pitch?** You must be the founder or on the leadership team of a technology-based startup to be eligible to pitch. You can be early stage (pre-funding, pre-revenue, or pre-MVP) up to series A. Consultants, firms, and agencies cannot pitch their services - please join a breakout to speak with the founders. **How do I sign up to pitch?** RSVP here and sign up on the list at the check-in desk on the day of the event. That will also determine the order. You can also buy a VIP ticket to support our cause and guarantee you a spot to pitch. **What happens after the pitches?** The breakout groups form for the remainder of the event. Each founder gets a breakout room and you can talk with them more there about their business and needs. **Can I take photos or videos?** Yes, please be respectful when doing so. You can tag Startup Oasis on LinkedIn. If you have a video or YouTube show, you are welcome to interview founders and attendees.
Women in Business, Startups, Professionals Social Networking Event SF
Tue, Oct 20, 2:00 AM🔔 **Please Note:** RSVP on Meetup **does not guarantee entry**. To attend, you **must register through the official ticket link** here: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/women-in-business-startups-professionals-social-networking-event-palo-alto-tickets-2000151821942](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/women-in-business-startups-professionals-social-networking-event-palo-alto-tickets-2000151821942) Join us for an empowering and insightful networking event designed for professionals in the dynamic fields of Women in Business, Startups Founders, Professionals and Entrepreneurs. **Event Overview:** * **Women in Tech:** An exclusive platform for women in technology to share their experiences, challenges, and triumphs. This segment focuses on empowering female professionals and entrepreneurs in the tech industry, offering a space to connect, learn, and inspire. * **Fintech:** Dive into the world of financial technology with experts and innovators. Explore the latest trends, discuss challenges and opportunities, and connect with peers who are shaping the future of fintech. * **AI:** Engage with professionals at the forefront of Artificial Intelligence. Whether you’re a developer, a strategist, or simply an AI enthusiast, this segment offers a deep dive into emerging technologies, ethical considerations, and groundbreaking applications. * **Startups:** A space for startup founders and entrepreneurs to network, share stories, and gain insights. This segment is perfect for those looking to scale their startups, seeking mentorship, or wanting to learn from successful entrepreneurial journeys. * **Entrepreneurs:** Connect with fellow entrepreneurs across various industries. Discuss strategies, share experiences, and explore potential collaborations. This is an ideal platform for both seasoned and aspiring entrepreneurs. **Why Attend?** * **Networking Opportunities:** Meet and connect with professionals across diverse yet interconnected fields. * **1-Minute Elevator Pitch** – Introduce yourself, share your expertise, and highlight collaboration or investment opportunities in a structured yet informal setting. * **Knowledge Sharing:** Learn from leaders and peers, and gain valuable insights that can propel your career or business forward. * **Collaboration and Growth:** Discover potential collaborations, partnerships, and ways to expand your professional network. * **Inspiration:** Get inspired by success stories and innovative ideas that are driving these industries. **Who should attend?** **Aspiring Women Entrepreneurs:** If you're considering venturing into entrepreneurship or have recently started your own business, this event can provide you with valuable insights, mentorship, and connections to help you kickstart your journey. **Established Women Entrepreneurs:** If you already have a successful business, attending this event can help you expand your network, explore potential collaborations, and share your expertise with others. It's a great platform for giving back and contributing to the entrepreneurial community. **Startup Founders:** Whether you're in the early stages of your startup or looking to scale your business, this event can connect you with investors, mentors, and fellow entrepreneurs who can provide guidance, resources, and funding opportunities. **Small Business Owners:** If you run a small business, attending the event can offer you the chance to connect with peers facing similar challenges and opportunities. You can learn from others' experiences and gather insights to help your business grow. **Innovators and Creators:** If you're working on a unique product or service, attending the event can help you showcase your innovations, gather feedback, and potentially find partners or collaborators who can help bring your ideas to life. **Corporate Professionals Considering Entrepreneurship**: If you're currently working in a corporate setting but considering transitioning into entrepreneurship, this event can provide you with insights into what it takes to start your own business and connect you with successful women entrepreneurs who have made similar transitions. **Investors and Angel Fund Representatives**: Investors looking to support and invest in women-led businesses can find promising opportunities and connect with entrepreneurs who are seeking funding for their ventures. **Service Providers**: Professionals who offer services relevant to entrepreneurs, such as legal, marketing, finance, and technology services, can attend to connect with potential clients and share their expertise. **Advocates and Supporters of Women in Business**: Even if you're not an entrepreneur yourself, attending as an advocate or supporter shows your commitment to gender diversity in business and can provide you with a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities women entrepreneurs face. **Students and Educators:** Students interested in entrepreneurship and educators looking to enhance their understanding of the entrepreneurial landscape can gain valuable insights and connections by attending. **Guest Guidelines:** * Guests must be **21+ years old** * Please arrive **well-presented** * Purchase **one drink at the bar** (alcohol-free options included) **You will be able to join the dedicated Whatsapp group for the event and start networking before the actual event.** Don't miss this incredible opportunity to connect with influential women, gain valuable insights, and elevate your professional journey. Join us at the Women in Business Networking Event and embark on a path towards success and fulfilment. Reserve your spot now and be part of a thriving community of women empowering women. Join us to connect, share, and grow in an environment that celebrates innovation and entrepreneurship. **Register now - space is limited to 50 attendees only!** **P.S. Click Follow for future event alerts!**
San Francisco Startup Networking: Real Problems, Real Answers, After Work
Sat, Oct 10, 2:00 AMJoin founders, investors and tech talent at this curated **startup networking event in San Francisco.** Meet ambitious builders, exchange ideas and discover new opportunities in a dynamic community environment. **RSVP: [Use this link](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/san-francisco-startup-networking-real-problems-real-answers-after-work-tickets-1997948335254?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true)** **Please note that RSVP is managed via Eventbrite to control attendee lists — don’t ignore it to avoid issues with on-site payment.** You don't need permission to enter the startup world. You need one working session. The way into a founding team isn't an application — it's being visibly useful to someone who's stuck. This evening is built exactly for that: founders bring the problems they can't crack, and the room works on them together, five people at a time. **🎯 WHAT YOU GET OUT OF IT** Pricing, first hires, distribution, retention, churn — the things you've already solved at your job are exactly what's on the board tonight. Being the person who unlocks that conversation is how operators end up as co-founders, advisors and first hires. And you bring your own problem too: everyone here is both client and consultant. Yours can be "should I leave my job for a startup" — that's a real problem and the room has opinions worth hearing. **⚙️ HOW THE EVENING RUNS** Everyone submits one problem before the event, so the board is full when you arrive. The room votes, tables form — five people, one problem at a time. Two minutes to explain it, three minutes of questions only, eight minutes while the table works on it out loud and the author takes notes without defending. Halfway through, a second vote: the problems that didn't make the first round get their turn. **⏰ BUILT AROUND A WORKDAY** Doors at 7, structured part done by 9:10, bar open after. Home when you want. **🎤 NOBODY LEAVES WITH NOTHING** Near the end the host asks who still has no answer, and the room finds them a contact — by name, out loud. **🤝 MUTUAL MATCHES ONLY** You mark who you'd work with, we connect when it's mutual, within 48 hours. No cold lists, no awkward follow-ups. **📋 ONE THING IS REQUIRED BEFORE YOU COME** After booking you'll get a three-minute form in our [Mini App:](https://ascentvalley.com/community "https://ascentvalley.com/community") your problem in one line, some context, how long it's been unresolved. Only submitted problems make the board. **👥 WHO'S IN THE ROOM** Product, engineering, GTM and sales operators · solo founders looking for a commercial or product partner · builders exploring their next move · founders with teams who came to solve something specific. Hosted by **Andrew Krylow.** He greets every guest at the door, seats you at the right table, and makes the introductions. WHAT'S GUARANTEED: a curated room, two working sessions, mutual matches within 48 hours. WHAT WE DON'T PROMISE: a room full of investors. Some evenings have angels and scouts, some don't — better you know before you buy. Three rules said out loud: what's said here stays here · we share experience, not advice · switching tables mid-session is normal. Registration required. Contacts saved through the Ascent Valley Mini App inside Telegram — no new account. Ascent Valley — a founder and investor ecosystem across 20+ cities. [IDEA → PROCESS → RESULT.](https://ascentvalley.com "https://ascentvalley.com")
San Francisco Co-Founder Matching: Find a Partner by Solving Real Problems
Sat, Oct 10, 2:00 AMJoin founders, investors and tech talent at this curated **startup networking event in San Francisco.** Meet ambitious builders, exchange ideas and discover new opportunities in a dynamic community environment. **RSVP: [Use this link](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/san-francisco-co-founder-matching-find-a-partner-by-solving-real-problems-tickets-1997948333248?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true)** **Please note that RSVP is managed via Eventbrite to control attendee lists — don’t ignore it to avoid issues with on-site payment.** You don't find a co-founder by reading a profile. You find one by working. Two hours next to someone shows you how they think, argue and cut scope. A profile shows you nothing. So we don't do matching — we do work, and the partnership question answers itself. 🧩 YOUR PROBLEM IS ON THE BOARD BEFORE YOU WALK IN After you book, you send us one line: the problem you're bringing. By the time you arrive it's already on the board with everyone else's. The room votes, the top problems get the tables — five people, twenty-five minutes each, one problem at a time. Two minutes to explain it. Three minutes of questions only. Eight minutes while the table works on it out loud and you turn your chair around and take notes — you don't defend, you don't explain, you write. Two minutes for what you're taking away. Halfway through there's a second vote, so the problems that didn't make the first round get their turn. By the end you've worked shoulder-to-shoulder with eight to ten people. That's a filter no profile gives you. 🎯 NOBODY LEAVES WITH NOTHING Before we scatter, the host asks one question out loud: who still doesn't have an answer? Every hand gets the room's attention — and someone in it has the contact you need. 🤝 MUTUAL MATCHES ONLY You mark the people you'd build something with. We connect you only when both sides say yes, within 48 hours. No cold intros, no lists, no awkward follow-ups to people who weren't interested. 📋 ONE THING IS REQUIRED BEFORE YOU COME A three-minute form in our [Mini App](https://ascentvalley.com/community "https://ascentvalley.com/community"): your problem in one line, some context, how long it's been unresolved. Only submitted problems make the board and the vote. 👥 WHO'S IN THE ROOM Solo founders looking for a technical or commercial partner · engineers and builders who want to co-found, not take a job · product and GTM operators ready for zero-to-one · founders with a team who came to unstick something. Hosted by Andrey Krylow. He greets every guest at the door, seats you at the right table, and makes the introductions — nobody stands alone at this event. WHAT'S GUARANTEED: a curated room, two working sessions, mutual matches within 48 hours. WHAT WE DON'T PROMISE: a co-founder by the end of the evening, or a room full of investors. What we promise is the working session that tells you who's worth a second conversation. Three rules, said out loud in sixty seconds: what's said here stays here · we share experience, not advice · moving to another table mid-session is normal. Registration required. Check-in through the Ascent Valley Mini App inside Telegram: everyone you meet stays saved, matched and reachable after tonight. Ascent Valley — a founder and investor ecosystem across 21 cities. [IDEA → PROCESS → RESULT.](https://ascentvalley.com "https://ascentvalley.com")
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