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AI Demo Series
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| Antler, 144 Townsend St |
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Feb 26 (Thu) , 2026 @ 05:30 PM
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Startup Grind Silicon Valley is continuing our a new monthly AI Demo Series-a high-energy showcase for the next generation of AI founders.
Each month we rotate across leading SF tech HQs, bringing together the community where it's strongest: in person.
This series is created in partnership with our new ecosystem partners: Antler & Bay Founders Club.
Apply to demo:
https://airtable.com/appQk3fM8t3nTh3WW/pag9qNb4n3LITIFn0/form
What to Expect
x10 live founder demos in a 2-minute presentation
VC panel feedback from top AI investors including Antler, Mangusta Capital, Worklife VC, BDev Ventures & more!
Partner spotlights, rapid intros, & product showcases
The best in AI: founders, VCs, angels, & ecosystem partners
Networking mixer with the Bay's most active builders - 156 attendees at Atlassian in Jan! Let's beat it for Feb!
How to Apply
Want a chance to present - complete this form & we'll be in touch
https://airtable.com/appQk3fM8t3nTh3WW/pag9qNb4n3LITIFn0/form
Can't make Feb 26 or want to be considered for March & beyond - just let us know in the form
Here is your chance to stand out as not just "another AI Startup in Silicon Valley"
Format
Each startup gets 2 minutes to present:
A product demo or live walkthrough, & a microphone.
The problem, solution, market insight, & traction
The AI edge behind the product
VCs provide feedback after each demo.
Who Should Attend
AI startups (Pre-Seed Seed+) looking for exposure, feedback, or fundraising momentum
Investors scouting early technical talent
Corporate partners exploring pilots or AI innovation
Ecosystem builders supporting the founder community
February Edition - Feb 26
Join us at Antler HQ as we open the series with a curated selection of early-stage AI companies, live insight from investors, & a community that's actively building the future.
We will be in touch in the coming weeks with the chosen presenters
Bonus Prizes
For x2 lucky founders in attendance each month, we'll be giving away a Full Access ticket to the Startup Grind Conference in April, 2026
A VC meeting will be offered to x2 lucky founders who apply (even if you're not presenting but in attendance)
x3 founders will get access to the next Founder Institute cohort
If you'd like to pitch, host a future month, or explore sponsorship, reach out - this series was designed to be built with friends.
Partners & Startup Supporters
Chargebee
Chargebee is a billing & monetization platform that helps fast-growing SaaS & AI companies automate billing, adapt pricing with agility, & scale their revenue operations seamlessly.
Antler is one of the most active early-stage investors globally. The firm leads in Day Zero' investing, an approach to venture capital focused on partnering with founders pre-launch. Antler systematically removes capital & network constraints for early-stage technology entrepreneurs by providing co-founder matching, deep business model validation, initial capital, expansion support, & follow-on funding. The firm is present in 27 cities across most leading technology ecosystems globally & has made over 1,300 investments into early-stage startups. Antler has been repeatedly recognized by Pitchbook as the world's most active angel & seed-stage investor.
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Bay Area Founders Club
The Bay Area Founders Club (BFC), founded by Dr. Paul Fang in Silicon Valley in 2022 & managed by a dedicated group of Stanford alumni & students, is a thriving community of over 100,000 members, including more than 5000 startups & over 1000 venture capital firms. With most startups in our network raising $1-10 million, & some exceeding $20 million, our mission is to empower creators who aspire to make a global impact. We provide the essential resources, support, & connections needed to transform visionary ideas into reality.
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