In 2014, we launched an effort to connect and grow the community of European tech in NYC and we think you've all done a fine job in making it happen. Thanks! We're nearly 500 strong and in 2015 we're going to keep the momentum with more founders, investors, and community.

We're starting the year off with a fireside chat between an experienced entrepreneur and a European investor for a candid conversation around fundraising.Dennis R. Mortensenis theCEO and Founder of x.ai, an incredible bit of artificial intelligence named Amy and Andrew, created to "fully emulate a human assistant". Fresh off the heels of raising $9.2mm, Dennis will share his tips on the fundraising process, leading an investment backed company, and why he hasn't raised capital in Europe. Joining him isJames Wise, investor at Balderton Capital, to bring the investor perspective. James is based in London and has lead rounds for a number of European startups.

About x.ai

Founded in 2014, x.ai builds and maintains an artificial intelligence powered personal assistant that schedules meetings for business customers. Backed by its founders and located in New York City.

About Balderton Capital

Balderton Capital is a leading venture investor in the EU with more than $250m+ exits in the past five years, more than any other European venture firm, including companies like LevelUp, MOG, Sunrise, Tictail & Sketchfab.