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Discover the secrets to success in Silicon Valley's tech scene with Techpoint Africa - How Africans Can Thrive!
Silicon Valley remains the world's most competitive & influential tech ecosystem - a place where ideas scale fast, capital moves quickly, & innovation never stops. But for many Africans, breaking into this environment can feel challenging, intimidating, or completely out of reach.
This Techpoint Africa meetup is designed to demystify the path, share real-life stories, & equip Africans - founders, professionals, students, operators, & creators - with the mindset, strategies, & networks needed to thrive in the Valley.
Join us on December 16 in San Francisco as we bring together African builders in the diaspora, Bay Area tech workers, investors, & startup operators for a deeply honest, practical, & inspiring conversation.
What You'll Learn
1. How to break into Silicon Valley without an existing network
From cold outreach & navigating meetups, to leveraging diaspora communities & using platforms like LinkedIn effectively.
2. Telling your story as an African in a world that doesn't know your background
Understanding how to position your work, experience, & resilience in a way that resonates with recruiters & investors.
3. Fundraising realities: What investors look for - & what they don't care about
Clear insights into the differences between fundraising in Africa vs. the U.S., red flags to avoid, & how to build investor trust.
4. Navigating visas, opportunities, & career pathways
Practical guidance on work visas, founder visas, & how immigrants build momentum in the Valley.
5. Leveraging your Africanness as a competitive advantage
Why your grit, adaptability, & lived experience give you an edge, & how to use it to stand out.
6. Adaptation strategies: Thriving in high-performance, high-expectation cultures
How to deal with imposter syndrome, fast-paced work environments, & the pressure to scale.
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Category: Science & Tech, High Tech
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