
What we’re about
Silicon Valley Entrepreneurs (SVE) is the largest grassroots movements of startup founders in the Silicon valley Bay Area since 2008. This community organization provides opportunities for startups to pitch, demo their startup and share their passions with other members broader startup ecosystem.
SVE Pitch and Demo is the largest and oldest community startup pitching meetup in Silicon Valley.
Now with 30,000+ members, we have events every week! So join us be a part of our pitch events, co-founder matching nights, panel discussions and even our fun mixers!
Watch us on youtube:
youtube.com/c/founderworld
Recap video of Startup Founder Bootcamp
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KdXre1yRCGs
Blog: [SVE.io](http://sve.io)
Apply for Showcase:
https://founderworld.org/demo/apply/
Our regular activities
• SVE Startup Founder Showcase and Demo
• SVE Startup Mixer
• Founder Hiking
Join us online
Telegram: https://t.me/joinchat/IEtC6BTPEyax8kzbo1IS8g
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/1812781/
Follow us on: https://www.linkedin.com/company/3532521/
Twitter: @SVEntrepreneur
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sventrepreneurs
Sponsor our event:
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Nominate a judge/speaker: https://goo.gl/forms/GtKz2YlinTRLJU5W2
Volunteer for the event:https://goo.gl/forms/fTuHREP37hHSsyNv1
SVE.io Community Media:
sve.io
Apply to be interviewed at SVE.io: sve.io/interview-request
Follow the founder David Cao: http://linkedin.com/in/davidcao01
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- AI at Real Estate and Manufacturing - Silicon Valley Entrepreneurs MeetupSnell & Wilmer Palo Alto Office, Palo Alto, CA
Join us for an exciting evening of innovation, insight, and networking at the "AI in Real Estate and Manufacturing – Silicon Valley Entrepreneurs Meetup." This event brings together leading minds from Silicon Valley’s real estate, PropTech, and manufacturing sectors to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming these industries.
Whether you’re a founder, investor, technologist, or industry professional, this meetup offers a unique opportunity to learn about cutting-edge AI applications and connect with forward-thinking entrepreneurs.
What to Expect:
🔹 Featured Presentations – Deep dives into real-world AI use cases in Real Estate, PropTech, and Manufacturing.
🔹 Expert Panel – Insights and discussion from industry leaders, investors, and technologists.
🔹 Showcase Presentations – Startup demos and product spotlights highlighting innovative AI solutions.
🔹 Networking – Connect with fellow entrepreneurs, founders, and professionals passionate about AI-driven transformation.
Who Should Attend:
Startups, real estate professionals, AI engineers, manufacturing executives, investors, product managers, and anyone curious about how AI is shaping the future of physical industries.
Please submit your startup's showcase application.Speaker or sponsorship i@sve.io
- Manufacturing Forum Silicon Valley 2025San Francisco, San Francisco, CA
Join us for the Manufacturing Innovation Forum, an exclusive gathering of global innovators, industry disruptors, and manufacturing leaders from across North America. This high-impact event brings together top-tier delegations from Mexico’s rapidly advancing manufacturing ecosystem.
Co-Hosted By:
F50 Nexus
Bay Area Council Economic Institute
INCMty
Supported By:Silicon Valley Entrepreneurs
RSVP now with 30% off using discount code SVE-MEMBER### Why Attend?
Silicon Valley is renowned for pushing the boundaries of technology. Now, it's time to align that innovation with the manufacturing muscle of America and Mexico. This forum is your opportunity to unlock strategic collaborations, de-risk your global supply chains, and scale hardware innovation faster through nearshoring and cross-border synergy.
Whether you're building the leading robotics automation, or scaling EV infrastructure—this forum will connect you with decision-makers who can help you build smarter, faster, and closer to home.
Delegations include from following organizations- INCTty
- Mosaic Capital
- Real International
- F50
- More..
### What You’ll Gain:
- Insights from north america manufacturing already driving results.
- Partnerships with key stakeholders across tech, capital, and industrial policy.
- Visionary Panels & Roundtables featuring leaders in AI infrastructure, robotics, energy tech, and hardware design.
- Access to exclusive delegation from Mexico’s top industrial hubs.
### Key Topics:
- USMCA 2.0: Future-proofing with USMCA 2.0 and trilateral cooperation
- Redesigning Supply Chains after Tariff War: Resilience through regionalization
- Nearshoring in Action:
- AI Infrastructure at Scale: Building and supplying next-gen data centers
- Industrial Real Estate: Factory and Warehouse set up
- Intelligent Manufacturing: Automation, robotics, and machine vision
- Hardware Startup Acceleration: From prototyping to mass production
- Nearshoring in Action: Case studies from Silicon Valley firms
- Cross-Border Innovation: Leveraging Mexico’s talent, logistics, and cost advantages
### Featured Past Speakers Include:
- Alejandra Bologna, Consul General of Mexico in San José
- Rogelio Santos, Managing Partner, Dalus Capital
- Sean Randolph, SVP, Bay Area Council Economic Institute
- David Cao, Managing Partner, F50 Nexus
- Thomas Michael Hogg, CEO, INCMty
- Saeed Amidi, CEO, Plug and Play
- Rebecca Fannin, Founder, Silicon Dragon / Silicon Global
- Leyla Katukhina, SVP, Silicon Valley Bank
- Eugenio Marín, CEO, FUMEC
- Mario Juárez, CEO, Chihuahua Global EDC
- Ed Shaffer, Chief Commercial Officer, ITJ
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The Future of Hardware is Regional in North America. The Time to Act is Now.
RSVP today
Be part of a select group shaping the next era of North American innovation and manufacturing.

#### About cohosts
F50 Nexus is a Austin - Silicon Valley based education and consulting firm empowering manufacturing in North America.
incMTY is an innovation platform that promotes entrepreneurship and economic development in Mexico. It supports startups through various programs, events, and resources, fostering a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem.
About Bay Area Council Economic Institute :The Economic Institute is the leading think tank focused on the most critical economic and policy issues facing the nine-county Bay Area region.
Silicon Global: Founded by journalist, author and speaker Rebecca A. Fannin, Silicon Global is a media and events organization that covers venture capital and startup investment in emerging innovation hubs.#### Introduction to Nuevo León
Nuevo León, a thriving state in northeastern Mexico, is renowned for its robust industrial base, vibrant economy, and commitment to innovation. The state capital, Monterrey, is a major industrial and business hub, often referred to as the "Industrial Capital of Mexico." Known for its entrepreneurial spirit, Nuevo León boasts a diverse economy with key sectors including manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, IT, and healthcare.
Nuevo León's strategic location, advanced infrastructure, and skilled workforce make it a vital player in the global economy. The region is home to prestigious educational institutions like the Monterrey Institute of Technology and Higher Education (ITESM), which nurtures a strong talent pool and drives research and development.
Agend
Are you a visionary leader in manufacturing, AI, trade, or cross-border investment? We’re seeking dynamic speakers for the F50 Nexus Manufacturing Forum - Silicon Valley 2025, where 200+ in-person and 100+ virtual attendees will explore the future of North American innovation. Share your insights on USMCA, AI-driven hardware, the Texas-Nuevo León economic corridor, or investment opportunities in Texas and Mexico.
Submit your proposal at https://f50.io/summit/speaker-nomination/