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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:
http://www.khanacademy.org/donate
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Upcoming events (4+)
See all- How to Pitch Your WOW to Investors! Bill Reichert,Partner, Pegasus Tech VenturesMenlo College, Menlo Park, CA
This event is being promoted by many groups.
This is an in-person event.
There is a cover charge for this event.
A "YES" RSVP on our meetup site does not confirm your reservation.
Space is limited. Please only RSVP "Yes" if you will be attending.
In order to attend, please register and pay here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/how-to-pitch-your-wow-to-investors-bill-reichert-pegasus-tech-ventures-tickets-1302719983539?aff=oddtdtcreator
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Bill Reichert, one of the most prominent venture capitalists in Silicon Valley, will discuss getting to WOW! when delivering an elevator pitch.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h6MS9AtJDTE
Bill will also listen to some elevator pitches and provide feedback.
A select number of participants will get a chance to pitch to Bill and get feedback.(Other attendees can observe and learn from watching.)
Even if you are not slotted to pitch, you will learn a lot from listening to Bill's presentation and hearing his feedback to presenting startups. All are welcome to attend, observe and learn from Bill!
Agenda
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM Check-in, Food, Networking
7:00 PM to 8:30 PM Program
8:30 PM to 9:00 PM Networking
After Party
About the Speaker:
Bill Reichert is a partner at Pegasus Tech Ventures, managing investments in the U.S. from the Silicon Valley headquarters. He has helped manage Pegasus investments in AI, robotics, quantum computing, neuromorphics, space, and other sectors. He is also the chief evangelist for the Startup World Cup, a platform that connects and supports startup ecosystems all over the world.
Bill started his investment career as the co-founder and managing director of Garage Technology Ventures, and has served on the boards of many startups. He also has several years of experience as a serial entrepreneur and operating executive. Prior to Garage, Bill was a co-founder or senior executive in several venture-backed technology companies, including Trademark Software, The Learning Company, and Academic Systems. Earlier in his career, Bill worked at McKinsey & Company, Brown Brothers Harriman & Co., and the World Bank. He has authored many articles and delivered many speeches on entrepreneurship, venture capital, innovation, and other topics.
If you would like to pitch to Bill, send an email message to:
pitchanddemo@gmail.com
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If you would like a startup demo table or a sponsor marketing table, send an email message to:
pitchanddemo@gmail.com
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- 25 PERCENT OFF! Global Climate Solutions SummitThe Punchline San Francisco, San Francisco, CA
This event is being promoted by many groups.
This is an in-person event.
There is a cover charge for this event.
A "YES" RSVP on our meetup site does not confirm your reservation.
Space is limited. Please only RSVP "Yes" if you will be attending.
In order to attend, please register and pay here:
Global Climate Solutions Summit - Invest in Innovation, Scale Impact · Luma
Our meetup members get 25 PERCENT OFF!
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# 🌍 Global Climate Solutions Summit (GCSS 2025)
📅 Friday, April 25, 2025 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 The Punch Line, San Francisco
🚀 A Flagship Event of SF Climate Week 2025
Join us for GCSS 2025, the premier gathering of climate investors, founders, innovators, policymakers, and corporate leaders driving bold, actionable solutions for a sustainable future 🌱
🗓 AGENDA Highlights
🔹 9:00 - 10:00 AM | Climate & AI Panel
🔹 10:15 - 11:30 AM | Investor Panel – From Pitch to Check: Climate Investor Playbook
🔹 11:30 - 12:15 PM | Designing Sustainable Events Panel
🔹 12:15 - 1:00 PM | Lunch & Networking
🔹 1:00 - 2:00 PM | Climate Thought Leadership Keynotes: Academic, Business, Philanthropic Perspectives
🔹 2:05 - 3:20 PM | Climate Venture Leaders Panel
🔹 3:30 - 3:50 PM | Keynote: From Ideas to Impact
🔹 3:50 - 4:00 PM | Book Signing & Comedian Entertainment
🔹 4:00 - 4:40 PM | Unlocking Growth: How Philanthropy Can Supercharge Business
🔹 4:40 - 5:00 PM | Climate Innovation Awards Ceremony 🎉
🗓 Esteemed SPEAKERS
🎤 MC: Comedian Extraordinaire Chloe Matonis, Creative Corporates😆😹
🔹 9:00 - 10:00 AM | Climate & AI Panel- Abhishek Sastri, CEO & Cofounder, Fluix.ai
- Kyle Saari, CEO & Co-founder, Materia Chemistries
- Hansi Singh, PhD, CEO & Cofounder, Planette.ai
- Matthew Stotts, General Partner, Cerulean Ventures
- Johanna Behm, CEO & Cofounder, Envire.ai
- Zoe Samuel, Venture Partner, Starshot Capital (Moderator)
🔹 10:15 - 11:30 AM | Investor Panel – From Pitch to Check: Climate Investor Playbook
- Amy Zhao, Investor, Clean Energy Ventures
- August Fern, Partner, Baruch Future Ventures & Climate Tech Chair, Berkeley Skydeck
- Andrew Karsh, General Partner, Bay Bridge Ventures
- Shaun Chaudhuri, Partner, The Westly Group
- Wade Bitaraf, Founder, Plug & Play Sustainability
- Ron Erd, Advisor, Unlocking Growth (Moderator)
🔹 11:30 - 12:15 PM | Designing Sustainable Events
- Meghna Varma, CEO & Founder, Dubara.co
- Johanna Behm, CEO & Cofounder, Envire.ai
- Curtis Cook, Sales Manager, Live Nation
🔹 12:15 - 1:00 PM | Lunch (by JW Catering, Foxtail) & Networking
🔹 1:00 - 2:00 PM | Climate Thought Leadership Keynotes- **Dr. Stephen Luby**, Stanford – Academic Keynote
- **Tom Chi**, Founding Partner, At One Ventures– Business Keynote
- **Fiona Ma, CPA, California State Treasurer** – Policy Keynote
🔹 2:05 - 3:20 PM | Climate Venture Leaders Panel
- Andrew Beebe, Managing Director, Obvious Ventures
- Carolin Funk, Partner, Blue Bear Capital
- Leo Banchik, Director, Voyager Ventures
- Joshua Posamentier, Managing Partner, Congruent Ventures
- Ron Erd, Advisor, Unlocking Growth (Moderator)
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🔹 3:30 - 3:50 PM | Keynote: From Ideas to Impact – How Entrepreneurs Can Tap Policy to Scale Change
- Michael Sheldrick, Cofounder, Global Citizen & Author of From Ideas to Impact
🔹 4:00 - 4:40 PM | Unlocking Growth: Use Philanthropy to Supercharge Your For-Profit Business
- Mike Hoffman, Chairman Emeritus, Changing Our World, an Omnicom Group Company
- Lou D’Addario, CRO, Foundation Source
- Wendy Chen, CEO & Cofounder, Yun Impact (Moderator)
🔹 4:40 - 5:00 PM | Climate Innovation Awards Ceremony 🎉
💡 Don’t Miss This Game-Changing Event!
Whether you're a climate entrepreneur, investor, corporate sustainability leader or policymaker, GCSS 2025 is the place to be for high-impact collaborations and groundbreaking insights. - Rodin Collection at the Cantor Arts Center and Social Networking-StanfordCantor Arts Center at Stanford University, Stanford, CA
This event is organized in collaboration with other groups.
This event is FREE to attend.
In order to attend, please register here:
This event is FREE to attend.
Agenda
10:45 AM Meet in front of the Cantor Arts Center
Look for the MEETUP sign!
Meet and greet!
Network, socialize and connect!
11:30 AM Group tour of the Rodin collection
12:30 PM Roam the exhibits or have lunch in the cafe at the Cantor Arts Center
OPTIONAL: 1:30 PM Group tour of the Stanford campus
(Attendees will purchase their own food and beverages.)
Please review this link for info on the Cantor Cantor Arts Center, directions and parking info.
https://museum.stanford.edu/visit
Please review this link for info on the Rodin collection.
https://museum.stanford.edu/exhibitions/rodin-shock-modern-body
Please register here for admission to the Cantor Arts Center.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cantor-arts-center-reservations-tickets-159897258003
(Admission is free but registration is required.)
- Meet New People! Sunday Night Networking (In-Person)Panera Bread, Santa Clara, CA
Look for the MEETUP sign!
Come out and meet new people!
Network, socialize and connect!
This event is free to attend.
Please register here:
Meet New People! Sunday Night Networking / Games! Tickets, Multiple Dates | Eventbrite
Attendees must purchase their own liquid refreshments and food.
There's no content or speaker at this event -- just business and social networking.
Build your business and social network - face to face! (in-person)
Come out and enjoy a great evening of good food, liquid refreshments, and connecting.
You may meet your next business collaborator, client, employer, employee, friend, or tennis partner!
Getting away from a screen for a few hours will do you some good!
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Meet Silicon Valley movers and shakers - Internet entrepreneurs, developers, engineers, mobile app coders, attorneys, bloggers, academics, financiers, marketing professionals, community organizers and investors.
This event is organized in collaboration with other groups!
@ideatoipo
www.idea-to-ipo.com
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjYga11avYH_CUpC0BSyDng
(videos of online events)
Look for the MEETUP sign!