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Founders Village Tech Weekend Gary Event

With Maria Pienaar (Unicorn Growth Capital), Alex Real (Artis Ventures), Wilson Lin (DCG), Varun Turlapati (MaxNX), Matthildur Arnadottir (Montage VC), Alejandra Vergara (Bee Partners), Amir Kabir (Overlook VC), Amrut Rajkarne (Nexus VC), David Le (Autotech VC), Juan Naveira (Plug & Play Tech Center).

	Venue, 300 4th St, San Francisco
	Mar 20 (Thu) , 2025 @ 05:00 PM
	$150

DETAILS

4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

VC Mixer: Dine with VCs: A Night of Networking & Deals

Tech Weekend VC Mixer brings 25-40 VCs who are actively investing in fields like AI, SaaS, Enterprise, Fintech, Healthtech, Climate Tech, Clean Tech, EdTech, & more. Upgrade: Instead of a traditional networking session, this time we're bringing everyone together for a fancy dinner experience. How It Works: Identify VCs by their badges, featuring their fund name & industry focus. Navigate easily through industry-specific tables, designed to maximize targeted networking. What to Expect: Connect directly with up to 5-6 VCs investing in your field & others open to general opportunities. Almost every founder walks away with a follow-up meeting, some even solid deal commitments on the spot. If you're unsure who to approach, let us know, & we'll match you with a VC aligned with your startup on the spot. Pro Tip: VCs arrive throughout the event, so stay until the end to maximize your connections. Prepare to pitch, network, & make the most of this opportunity.
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About this event
Event lasts 2 days 3 hours
What is Tech Weekend?
A 3-day gathering of 100 Tech Founders & 40 VCs.
Founders passionate about building solid tech companies & investors who are ready to invest in emerging tech.
Attendees: 90% technical Founders, 10% non technical founders, scientists, engineers, & CEOs.
Diversity: Founders from 15 US cities & 5 countries abroad. Aged 25-5

Event Highlights:
VC Mixer: This exclusive 4-hour event brings together 75 technical founders & 25 actively investing VCs specializing in fields like AI, SaaS, Enterprise, Fintech, Healthtech, Climate Tech, Clean Tech, EdTech, & more.

How It Works:

Identify VCs by their red badges, featuring their fund name & industry focus.
Navigate easily through industry-specific sections, designed to maximize targeted networking.
What to Expect:

Connect directly with up to 5-6 VCs investing in your field & others open to general opportunities.
Gain access to investors offering follow-ups & even solid deal commitments on the spot.
If you're unsure who to approach, let us know, & we'll match you with a VC aligned with your startup.
Pro Tip:
VCs arrive throughout the event, so stay until the end to maximize your connections. Prepare to pitch, network, & make the most of this unparalleled opportunity!

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VC Office hours:

In this activity, founders will have the chance to meet with VCs in 20-minute one-on-one sessions. Here's how it works:

Sign-Up: Founders sign up in advance, specifying their industry & focus, which helps us match them with VCs who are aligned with their business.

Meeting Times: Each VC will be available for 2 hours, hosting a series of 20-minute meetings with selected founders.

What to Expect: Founders pitch their companies, ask for advice, or get feedback on specific challenges.

Additional Opportunities: After their scheduled time, founders can approach other VCs for informal conversations if there's time.

Preparation is Key: Founders should come with a clear pitch & questions to make the most of their 20 minutes.

Sneak Peek: VCs Joining Our Office Hours (Full List Coming Soon)

1- Juan Naveira, VC at Plug & Play Tech Centre [Linkedin]

2- Wilson Lin, VC at DCG [Linkedin]

3- Varun Turlapati, Venture Partner at MaxNX & with Aquillius Ventures. [Linkedin]

4- Matthildur Arnadottir, Associate at Montage Ventures [Linkedin]

5- Maria Pienaar, Operating Parter at Unicorn Growth Capital [Linkedin]

6- Alex Real, Principal at Artis Ventures [Linkedin]

7- Alejandra Vergara, Principal at Bee Partners [Linkedin]

8- Amir Kabir, Founder & Managing Partner at Overlook VC [Linkedin]

9- Amrut Rajkarne, Vice President at Nexus Venture Partners [Linkedin]

10- David Le, Operating Partner at Autotech Ventures [Linkedin]

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VC Panel (Group Chat Format): Theme: Ask me Anything.
Our Ask Me Anything (AMA) panels are designed to be audience-driven & interactive, allowing you to get direct answers from the experts!

Audience-Driven: For 45 minutes, the audience takes the lead, asking the VCs any questions they have. Instead of listening to pre-set questions, you'll get to ask what's most relevant to you.
Focused on Your Needs: Whether you're a founder seeking advice on fundraising, investment strategies, or specific challenges in your startup journey, this panel is the perfect opportunity to get the answers you need.
Two Panels: The six VCs will be split into two smaller groups, each tackling different topics or industries, so you can join the one that aligns with your interests or stage of your business.
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Pitch Competition: Present in front of the VCs
Format: 5-minute pitches followed by Q&A.

Winner Benefits:

10 investor introductions.
3 office hours with post-seed & Series A founders.
Complimentary pass for the next Tech Weekend.
Deadline to Apply: 10 PM PST, Dec January 15, 2025.
Apply Here: Pitch Competition Application.

Judges: 5 VCs

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Book an Exhibitor Table at Tech Weekend.

Showcase your brand & boost your visibility within the tech community.

Benefits:

Visibility & Engagement: Budget-friendly exhibitor tables designed for startups.
Team Access: Includes 3 team passes for networking opportunities.
Marketing Support: Social media shoutouts & access to our WhatsApp group.
Setup: Furnished tables with electrical outlets & LED screens.
Post-Event Benefits:

Continue connections made at the event for potential partnerships & investments.
How to Register:
Purchase an Exhibitor Table Pass in the tickets sections. For questions, contact us at events@foundersvillage.co.

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Promote Your Brand at Tech Weekend via:

Tech Weekend Email Campaign:

Reach: Our email campaign reaches thousands of founders & investors within our network, specifically targeting those attending Tech Weekend in January 2025.
Event Page Exposure:

Reach: The Tech Weekend event page receives 4,000-5,000 visits from a targeted audience of tech professionals, founders, & investors. Featuring your listing here will increase interest from your target audience.
Timing: Your offer will remain visible on the event page from the time of posting until the event concludes, ensuring maximum visibility & interaction.
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Amenities at the Venue

Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible with inclusive restrooms (gender-neutral & gender-specific).
Comfort: Coffee, tea, water, hot chocolate, breakfast, lunch, & snacks available at all times.
Extras: Kitchen access & a Prayer & Wellness Room.
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Getting Here
Venue: Zo House, 300 4th St, San Francisco, CA 94107.

Nearby Transportation:

BikeShare: Howard & 4th Street - 0.2 miles.
Public Transit: Muni lines (6, 7, 9, 9R) at Folsom & 4th Street - 2 minutes.
Caltrain: 4th & King Street - 10-minute walk.
Bay Ferry: 0.7 miles.
Highway Access: I-80/Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway - 8-minute drive.
BART: Powell Street Station - 6 minutes via Muni.
Parking Options:

Moscone Center Garage (255 3rd St) - 3-minute walk.
Limited street parking (metered & non-metered).
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All-Inclusive Hospitality
Breakfast Mixer: Light breakfast, coffee, & casual networking to start your day.
Lunch & snacks: Pizza & Mediterrenean food.
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Connect Early
Join our WhatsApp & Slack groups to connect with attendees before the event. Build relationships, find co-founders, investors, or partners, & stay updated with real-time insights.

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Refund & Credit Policy
Full refund available up to 10 days before the event via Eventbrite.
Post-refund window: Credits will be issued for the next event. The ticket is also transferrable to another attendee.
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Curious About Tech Weekend?
Check out our Instagram for a glimpse into past events!
For inquiries, contact us at events@foundersvillage.co.

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