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Entrepreneurship permeates the culture of Silicon Valley - the innovation capital of the world.
The advent of the Digital Age has democratized innovation and entrepreneurship.
Never before has it been more possible for anyone from anywhere, with a great idea and a burning desire to succeed, to make it big, and in the process, change the world in a relatively short period of time.
HP, Intel, Apple, Microsoft, Cisco, Oracle, Yahoo, eBay, Amazon, Google, Facebook and many, many, many other iconic companies all started with just an idea.
Taking a startup from idea to IPO has taken on mythical proportions in Silicon Valley and beyond. Many dream the dream, with hopes of launching the "next big thing".
We are a community of entrepreneurs, technologists, engineers, venture capitalists, angel investors, educators, financial professionals, corporate executives, attorneys, academics, bloggers, writers, content creators, and social activists.
Our mission is to provide entrepreneurs with the knowledge, guidance, tools, and connections they need to succeed. Our goal is to build a strong, vibrant, collaborative entrepreneurial community with deep, lasting business and social relationships throughout Silicon Valley and beyond.
One of the compelling features of our organization is our packed, busy calendar of informative programs and practical activities designed to help our entrepreneurial members achieve their objectives and realize their aspirations. Taking advantage of this vast array of relevant content will make you a better entrepreneur.
We believe in working together. We share resources, exchange ideas, and actively engage with each other -- on a personal level as well as on a business level. We participate in on-line as well as off-line events.
Our events feature expert speakers, networking opportunities, collaboration, community, and fellowship.
Many events on our calendar are in held in collaboration with other like-minded Silicon Valley organizations and institutions.
Our popular business and social networking mixers are festive occasions that allow you to meet new people from many different groups. We hold many social events to help members connect on a personal level and make friends.
Our network is expansive and global. We have members throughout the U.S. and around the world. We welcome international entrepreneurs from everywhere in the world to become part of our global community.
We are inclusive, not exclusive. : - )
We believe entrepreneurial educational opportunities should be accessible to anyone with a dream and ambition.
We support:
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Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Decoding the AI Funding Ecosystem: Insights for Startup EntrepreneursProcopio, Cory, Hargreaves & Savitch LLP, Palo Alto, CA
This event is organized by Access Silicon Valley.
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Don’t miss Vijay “Unleashed!”
Are you ready to delve into the world of entrepreneurship and venture capital?
Access Silicon Valley and U First Capital invite you to join us, for an EXCLUSIVE one-night only discussion with Vijay Reddy, a partner at the Mayfield Fund, one of the hottest, most innovative, and respected venture capital firms in Silicon Valley, who have recently closed on the $250 million AI start fund, focusing on early stage AI companies (investing $500K to $5 million). Mayfield has raised more than 20 U.S. funds, has more than 120 IPOs, 225 M & A exits, $3 billion under management and made more than 550 investments in startups.
In this unleashed event (we call it "unleashed" because this event will be interactive and audience driven), Vijay will delve into the dynamic landscape of entrepreneurship and venture capital and the rapidly changing world related to AI and AI investments. Vijay has a unique experience to share—he co-founded his first startup after dropping out of his PhD program, and held several senior business development and product development roles at Broadcom and Intel. He has over a decade of inception and early-stage investing experience in AI and deeptech, from Clear Ventures, Intel Capital and Mayfield. Vijay has invested across the AI stack from silicon, systems, infrastructure software, data, middleware & tools and applications.
AGENDA
6:00pm - 7:00pm Dinner, Refreshments and Networking
7:00pm - 8:00pm Conversation with Vijay
8:00 pm -8:30 pm Audience Q& A
8:30pm - 9:00pm NetworkingABOUT U FIRST CAPITAL, EKTA DANG AND SANJIT DANG
U First Capital is a prominent venture capital firm specializing in early-stage investments and dedicated to supporting innovative startups. With a rich history and a strong track record, U First Capital has been at the forefront of fostering entrepreneurship and driving technological advancements.
**Dr. Ekta Dang **Dr. Ekta Dang is the Co-Founder and CEO of U First Capital and drove venture capital investments at Intel prior to that. She has an excellent track record of achieving at least 1 Exit every year: Pensando (Acquired by AMD in 2022), Nextdoor (IPO 2021), Palantir (IPO 2020), Orb Intelligence (Acquired by Dun and Bradstreet in 2020), Pinterest (IPO 2019), Docusign (IPO 2018), etc. She has invested in category-leading companies such as SpaceX, Uniphore, Pensando, and DevRev.
Dr. Sanjit Dang has been a successful Venture Capitalist, Corporate Executive, Board Member, Speaker and Writer in Silicon Valley for almost two decades. He is currently the Co-Founder and Chairman of U First Capital.
UPCOMING ACCESS SILICON VALLEY EVENTS:
- Telling Your Story with Numbers: Building a Fundable Financial Model.
- Startup Fundamentals #3: “Understanding and Negotiating the Terms in Term Sheets https://www.eventbrite.com/e/startup-fundamentals-33-understanding-the-terms-in-term-sheets-tickets-803496779497?aff=IDEATOIPO
- Data Monetization and Valuation in the Age of AI. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/data-monetization-and-valuation-in-the-age-of-ai-tickets-840862320837?aff=Idea2IPO
- Game Night / Business and Social Networking!The Hub RWC, Redwood City, CA
This event is organized by The Hub RWC.
Idea to IPO is collaborating by promoting this event.
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This event is FREE to attend!
In order to attend, please register here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/game-night-tickets-884739398357?aff=oddtdtcreator
Bring your own games or play one of the wide selection of games provided by The Hub.
It's a great way to meet new people! There are usually at least 40 to 50 gamers playing multiple games
Video Games coming soon!
Doors open at 6 (kitchen open 6-9, with The Hub's New Zealand influenced menu).
Only food or beverages purchased at The Hub may be consumed on the premises.
Must be 21+ in order to attend.