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Entrepreneurship permeates the culture of Silicon Valley - the innovation capital of the world.
The advent of the Digital Age has democratized innovation and entrepreneurship.
Never before has it been more possible for anyone from anywhere, with a great idea and a burning desire to succeed, to make it big, and in the process, change the world in a relatively short period of time.
HP, Intel, Apple, Microsoft, Cisco, Oracle, Yahoo, eBay, Amazon, Google, Facebook and many, many, many other iconic companies all started with just an idea.
Taking a startup from idea to IPO has taken on mythical proportions in Silicon Valley and beyond. Many dream the dream, with hopes of launching the "next big thing".
We are a community of entrepreneurs, technologists, engineers, venture capitalists, angel investors, educators, financial professionals, corporate executives, attorneys, academics, bloggers, writers, content creators, and social activists.
Our mission is to provide entrepreneurs with the knowledge, guidance, tools, and connections they need to succeed. Our goal is to build a strong, vibrant, collaborative entrepreneurial community with deep, lasting business and social relationships throughout Silicon Valley and beyond.
One of the compelling features of our organization is our packed, busy calendar of informative programs and practical activities designed to help our entrepreneurial members achieve their objectives and realize their aspirations. Taking advantage of this vast array of relevant content will make you a better entrepreneur.
We believe in working together. We share resources, exchange ideas, and actively engage with each other -- on a personal level as well as on a business level. We participate in on-line as well as off-line events.
Our events feature expert speakers, networking opportunities, collaboration, community, and fellowship.
Many events on our calendar are in held in collaboration with other like-minded Silicon Valley organizations and institutions.
Our popular business and social networking mixers are festive occasions that allow you to meet new people from many different groups. We hold many social events to help members connect on a personal level and make friends.
Our network is expansive and global. We have members throughout the U.S. and around the world. We welcome international entrepreneurs from everywhere in the world to become part of our global community.
We are inclusive, not exclusive. : - )
We believe entrepreneurial educational opportunities should be accessible to anyone with a dream and ambition.
We support:
http://www.khanacademy.org/donate
We are inspired by:
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Pitch to Investor PanelShearman & Sterling LLP, Menlo Park, CA
This event is being promoted by many groups.
There is a cover charge for this event.
A "Yes" RSVP on our meetup site does not confirm your reservation.
In order to attend, you must register and pay here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pitch-to-investor-panel-tickets-897799170487
Take advantage of early responder pricing!
Hurry! Slots are limited!
A panel of investors will discuss the latest trends in startup funding and outline what they invest in and what they are looking for in a startup.
Pre-selected entrepreneurs will then pitch to the panel, followed by questions and feedback from the panel.
The pitch format is:
Two minutes, no slides, followed by four minutes of Q & A / feedback from the panel.
Audience members (even those who are not pitching) will benefit from the insights offered by the investor panelists and will learn more about the Silicon Valley startup investment ecosystem. All attendees will have an opportunity to interact with investor panelists during the networking portions of the event before and after the program.
There will also be a lightning round consisting of one minute elevator pitches.
If you would like to pitch to the investor panel in the official pitch line up, send an email message to:
pitchanddemo@gmail.com
Put this in the subject header:
Th 5/9/24 Elevator Pitches - Pitch Applicant
Additionally, there will be startup demo tables and tables for startup service providers.
If you would like space on a startup demo table, or if you are a startup service provider and would like a sponsor table, please send an email message to:
pitchanddemo@gmail.comPut this in the subject header:
Th 5/9/24 Pitch Event - Tabler
Agenda
6:00 PM to 7:00 pm Check In, Food, Networking
7:00 pm to 8:30 pm Program
8:30 pm to 9:00 pm NetworkingAfter Party
Panelists:
(More panelists TBA)
Evangelos Simoudis, PhD, Co-founder and Managing DirectorSynapse Partners
Sree Menon, Angel Investor
Charles Wang, Principal, Good AI Capital
Richard Ayllon, Early Stage Investor, K2X
Jim DiSanto, Managing Partner, Motus Ventures
Nathan Mee, Portfolio Manager and Senior Counsel, Nimble Ventures
- Game Night / Business and Social Networking!The Hub RWC, Redwood City, CA
This event is organized by The Hub RWC.
Idea to IPO is collaborating by promoting this event.
This event is being promoted by many groups.
This event is FREE to attend!
In order to attend, please register here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/game-night-tickets-884739398357?aff=oddtdtcreator
Bring your own games or play one of the wide selection of games provided by The Hub.
It's a great way to meet new people! There are usually at least 40 to 50 gamers playing multiple games
Video Games coming soon!
Doors open at 6 (kitchen open 6-9, with The Hub's New Zealand influenced menu).
Only food or beverages purchased at The Hub may be consumed on the premises.
Must be 21+ in order to attend.