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Showcasing the latest technologies in billing, payments and POS systems.
The world of payments is very active and new technologies are constantly being developed (ApplePay, tokenization, EMV, etc.). This group will invite engineers to talk about the challenges they are facing and solutions they come up to.
Come if you are interested in billing and payment engineering. Feel free to contact us if you want to propose, host and/or sponsor a talk.
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Founder Real Talk featuring Dr. Willy Das - Founder Mental Health
Plug and Play Sunnyvale, 440 N. Wolfe Rd., Sunnyvale, CA, USThis event is being promoted by many groups.
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## 📣 Why this event matters
Founders don’t get a manual for what it feels like to run a startup. Pressure, isolation, burnout, and constant decision-making aren’t just “part of the job” — they quietly erode judgment, creativity, and team health.
This special edition of Founder Real Talk centers the hard but essential conversation about mental health for founders: how to recognize burnout early, how to build personal and organizational resilience, what practical supports actually work, and how the broader ecosystem (co-founders, executives, investors, and boards) can responsibly show up.
This conversation is for anyone who leads, hires, advises, or funds founders and wants concrete, evidence-based strategies to protect wellbeing while scaling responsibly.
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## 🔎 What we’ll dig into
We’ll keep it practical and short on fluff — expect tangible takeaways:
- Real signals of founder burnout and decision fatigue (what to look for, and when to act)
- Practical coping strategies founders can use immediately (schedules, boundaries, and clinical resources)
- Building a culture that normalizes care — how to support founders and teams without stigma
- Systems-level practices (investor check-ins, board governance, and mental-health friendly KPIs)
- When and how to get clinical help — therapy, coaching, and peer networks that actually move the needle
- Tools and frameworks for measuring and improving founder wellbeing over time
This is a “no-BS” conversation with actionable next steps, peer stories, and practical frameworks — plus time to connect with others who care about this problem.
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## 👥 Format
- Short, moderated conversation featuring Dr. Willy Das followed by an intimate audience Q&A and networking.
- Expect 60–75 minutes of programming + dedicated time afterward for connection.
- The room will be intentionally small to keep the conversation candid and useful.
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## 🎤 Featured speaker
Dr. Willy Das, Ph.D. — Senior Research Scientist & Curriculum Innovation Manager, Lehigh@NasdaqCenter / Lehigh University. Dr. Das researches and mentors at the intersection of entrepreneurship, wellbeing, and leadership — translating academic insights into practical support for founders and innovation communities.
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## 💡 Who should attend
- Founders and co-founders navigating growth and personal wellbeing
- Early execs and people leaders responsible for culture & retention
- Investors, advisors, and board members who want to support sustainable leadership
- Founders curious about evidence-backed approaches to resilience, stress management, and long-term performance
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Venture Capital Panel + Funded Female Founders~SPONSORED BY INSPERITY
5 Palo Alto Square, Palo Alto, CA, USThis event is organized in collaboration with many groups.
This is an in-person event.
There is a cover charge for this event.
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Venture Capital Panel + Funded Female Founders Tickets, Thu, Oct 30, 2025 at 6:00 PM | Eventbrite
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Venue:
Snell and Wilmer
5 Palo Alto Square
(Ground Floor Event Center)
3000 El Camino Real
Palo Alto, CA 94306A panel of distinguished venture capitalists and female founders will discuss funding in the Silicon Valley startup ecosystem.
Please come with your questions and comments.
(This is not a pitch event. Startups will not be pitching to the panel.)
Dinner will be provided.Agenda
6:00 pm to 7:00 pm Check In, Food, Networking, Demo Tables
7:00 pm to 8:30 pm Program
8:30 pm to 9:00 pm Networking
After PartyPanelists:
(More panelists TBA.)Lochan Alagh, Co-Founder & Managing Partner, VC Nest
Karen Sheffield, Founder & Managing Partner, Pachamama Ventures
Yvonne Lutsch, Investment Director, Lam Capital
Winnie Qiu, Co-Founder, Avinasi Labs
Aimee Gotway Bailey, Founder and CEO, Rock Rabbit
Matineh Eybpoosh, Co-Founder and CEO, PowerlineModerator:
Roger Rappoport, Partner, Snell and WilmerIf you would like a startup demo table or sponsor marketing table, send an email message to:
pitchanddemo@gmail.com
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Helping Startups Grow
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https://greeneventkit.com/1 attendeeVenture Capital Panel + Funded Female Founders~SPONSORED BY INSPERITY
5 Palo Alto Square, Palo Alto, CA, USThis event is organized in collaboration with many groups.
This is an in-person event.
There is a cover charge for this event.
A "YES" RSVP on our meetup site does not confirm your reservation.
In order to attend, please register and pay here:
Venture Capital Panel + Funded Female Founders Tickets, Thu, Oct 30, 2025 at 6:00 PM | Eventbrite
Take advantage of early responder pricing!
Hurry! Slots are limited!
Venue:
Snell and Wilmer
5 Palo Alto Square
(Ground Floor Event Center)
3000 El Camino Real
Palo Alto, CA 94306A panel of distinguished venture capitalists and female founders will discuss funding in the Silicon Valley startup ecosystem.
Please come with your questions and comments.
(This is not a pitch event. Startups will not be pitching to the panel.)
Dinner will be provided.Agenda
6:00 pm to 7:00 pm Check In, Food, Networking, Demo Tables
7:00 pm to 8:30 pm Program
8:30 pm to 9:00 pm Networking
After PartyPanelists:
(More panelists TBA.)Lochan Alagh, Co-Founder & Managing Partner, VC Nest
Karen Sheffield, Founder & Managing Partner, Pachamama Ventures
Yvonne Lutsch, Investment Director, Lam Capital
Winnie Qiu, Co-Founder, Avinasi Labs
Aimee Gotway Bailey, Founder and CEO, Rock Rabbit
Matineh Eybpoosh, Co-Founder and CEO, PowerlineModerator:
Roger Rappoport, Partner, Snell and WilmerIf you would like a startup demo table or sponsor marketing table, send an email message to:
pitchanddemo@gmail.com
Put this in the subject header:
Th 10/30/25 Tabler
Organizational Sponsors:
Insperity
“At Insperity, it’s not just HR outsourcing — it’s HR that makes a difference.™ Our comprehensive and scalable HR solutions combine personalized service with innovative technology to support business growth. We streamline processes related to payroll, benefits, talent management, and HR compliance, helping you reduce administrative burden, improve productivity, and manage risk. That way, you can stay focused on what matters most: growing your business. That’s what it means to have a true HR partner!"
Chordify, Inc
Helping Startups Grow
Need software development help for your startup?
Chordify provides Idea to MVP and fractional CTO services to ensure timely launches.
To learn how Chordify helps start-ups grow through offshore development and staff augmentation services, contact Ken Morris at:
LinkedIN: www.linkedin.com/in/kenmorris
Live events account for 10% of global carbon emissions.
Envire is a platform that automates sustainability tracking for major venues like convention centers and arenas—helping their teams co-design Net Zero Carbon Events with artists like Coldplay and conferences like RSA.
GreenEventKit.com
Make Your Event Sustainable – Reusable Cups, Plates, Silverware & More!
Hosting an event?We can help you reduce waste with our reusable dishware service.
We provide:
- Reusable cups and water dispensers
- Plates, forks, knives, and spoons
- Cloth napkins
Our service includes delivery, setup support, and post-event pickup with full washing. No hassle for you.
Perfect for private events with up to 125 guests.
Affordable. Efficient. Zero waste made easy.(Pricing negotiable)
Try our reusable plates, cups, and silverware at upcoming Idea to IPO events—and come chat with us about zero-waste catering for your own event.
Cut back on disposables. Fight climate change. Let’s make sustainability the standard.
Visit:
https://greeneventkit.com/2 attendees
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