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Startup & Business Networking in San Francisco
Thu, Nov 19, 3:00 AMJoin founders, investors and tech talent at this curated **startup networking event in San Francisco.** Meet ambitious builders, exchange ideas and discover new opportunities in a dynamic community environment. **RSVP: [Use this link](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/startup-business-networking-in-san-francisco-tickets-1999536049149?aff=oddtdtcreator)** **Please note that RSVP is managed via Eventbrite to control attendee lists — don’t ignore it to avoid issues with on-site payment.** Join our event at Guildhouse for startup and business networking in San Francisco. Meet people building companies, products and teams across the South Bay, and introduce what you are working on. **Bring a business question:** how to reach your first customers, make a product decision or build a team. You are welcome whether you run a business, work at a startup or are exploring an idea. **Who this evening is for** Founders and business owners, developers and designers, and people working in product, sales, marketing and operations. Come to share experience, ask questions and see whose work connects with yours. **What to expect** Start with small-group conversations around topics chosen by the community. Hear five founders give five-minute pitches, followed by questions from the room. Continue the conversations during open networking after the pitches. **Want to pitch?** [Apply in advance through Ascent Valley.](https://ascentvalley.com/pitch) Applications are reviewed and speaking slots are confirmed separately. A general admission ticket does not confirm a pitch slot. You can also attend simply to listen, ask questions and meet people. **Join us in San Francisco** See the date, location and ticket options on this event page. Register for the evening and bring one question you would like to discuss.
RSVP for Best of the Bay Business Referral Exchange!
Wed, Nov 25, 3:45 PMWe meet almost every Wednesday of the year; if we are "dark" for any reason (usually limited to Christmas and New Year's Day weeks, the Wednesday before Thanksgiving, and sometimes the 4th of July week), you will be told as a response to your RSVP. We recently started meeting in person the 1st Wednesday of each month in downtown Oakland at an "Oakstop" location at 1721 Broadway #201 (street level; doors face sidewalk on Broadway). Metered on street parking (you can pre-pay before 8am, which is when charging for time actually begins; most close-by metered spaces are limited to 60 minutes though it might be possible to extend time via a parking app). There are also parking lots in the area. On all other Wednesdays each month we meet online via Zoom. When you RSVP for a meeting after your request to meet with us has been approved, or at the time of your initial request, please include a short description of your business and also include your contact information in case we need to reach you before the meeting. You can attend our chapter twice as a visitor (this Meetup group seeks to find visitors to our group as a first step toward formally joining Best of the Bay) before submitting a formal application to join. Please also let us know how many guests you want to bring and tell us something about what is/are their professions.
Bootstrappers Breakfast for San Francisco Startups
Fri, Nov 13, 5:00 PMCome Meet Entrepreneurs Who Eat Problems For Breakfast At a Bootstrappers Breakfast® we have serious conversations about growing a business based on internal cash flow and organic profit: this is for founders who are actively bootstrapping a startup. The other attendees will all be in startups. It will be a chance to compare notes on operational, development, and business issues with peers. NOTE: We start with round-the-table introductions, so be on-time so you don't miss that! For more information about the group - visit bootstrappersbreakfast.com (http://www.bootstrappersbreakfast.com/)
An Authentic, Trusting & Powerful Men's Circle
Wed, Nov 18, 3:00 AMMany of us arrive at MDI looking for something. At this point in our lives we have had several challenges. Some that have made us better, some that have rocked the foundation of everything we know and experience in our daily lives. We have felt isolated, alone, burdened, broken even. I was unsure that anything outside of me could hold solutions, or that it was possible for me to learn new ways of being that would connect me with other men-that I could find a place where I could develop into mature masculinity to be able to not only solve some of my problems, but learn how to lead teams of men. This begs a question: How is the world better off with Mature Masculine Leadership, and what is in it for me? Here are a few answers. If your interest is peaked, consider reaching out to us, claim your future... The world is significantly better off with **Mature Masculine Leaders** because such leadership brings a balanced, grounded, and principled approach to power, responsibility, and service. Here's how this benefits society: Mature masculine leaders typically embody **emotional regulation, self-mastery, and integrity**. This creates more stable governments, organizations, and families. These leaders don’t react impulsively or let ego drive decisions—they respond with clarity, long-term thinking, and accountability. *They become anchors in chaos.* The benefit to the world is **transformational**. Mature masculine leaders don't just govern—they **mentor, stabilize, and serve**. Their presence often leads to safer societies, stronger institutions, healthier families, and more cohesive communities. When men lead from maturity, not insecurity or domination, **everyone—regardless of gender—thrives.** Mentor Discover Inspire (MDI) is an international men's organization. You can also [visit our website ](https://www.mentordiscoverinspire.org/) to find out more about us. There is a form there which can help find an MDI Team in your area. If you fill out the form we will get back to you about starting the process of joining an MDI Team.
Tech & Business Networking in San Francisco
Thu, Nov 26, 3:00 AM📍 **Registration is on Luma — Meetup is not our RSVP platform.** Please register here to secure your spot: https://luma.com/vv2aepg6 🚀 **Join our event in San Francisco!** We design Pitch and Networking nights to help founders sharpen their thinking through direct, candid feedback and to give strong investors access to serious teams. 🎤 On stage this time: seven founders, seven pitches, an underwater inspection robot, an AI dining agent and a backend code generator among them; six products are already live, two are already earning revenue, two are running pilots and between them they are raising rounds of $450k to $10M. A few pitch slots are still open. **Our pitch night is complemented by a structured networking session before and after the pitch session.** 🎤 Who is pitching - Whitebox AI — Architecture certification and boundary testing for autonomous AI systems. Granted US patent, PhD in AI, pre-seed. - Mefferdi — Autonomous underwater robots inspecting subsea assets without a support vessel. Repeat founder. - Nettle — Software turning fragmented enterprise data into usable context for AI deployments. Product live, raising now. - DealFrame — A sales platform putting strategy, skills, and execution into one workspace. Post-revenue, raising now. - Bitewise — An AI dining agent building discounted meal bundles for hungry diners. Live in Barcelona, signed restaurants, raising now. - Glassly — An open operating system running proactive AI features across smart glasses. Pre-seed. - Mindbricks — Software turning business intent into production-ready backends for enterprise engineering teams. Post-revenue, raising a seed round. Want to pitch? Get a Pitch ticket and apply by filling out the Pitch Application Form. ▶ **See how our pitch nights look:** https://vimeo.com/877496618 **💡 What to expect:** - **Startups pitch live and receive focused feedback** from angels and VC partners - **Structured networking session** before and after the pitches - Entrepreneurs, startup founders, and operators are joining to network, exchange ideas, and build strong connections - Active investors and venture scouts joining to discover the best startups early **🤝 Who you will meet at the event:** - Founders - Investors, VC partners, Venture Scouts - Marketers, Salespeople, Business Advisors - Industry Disruptors - AI Experts - Entrepreneurs from Europe, Asia, and the United Kingdom **💼 We Welcome New Investors:** We invite investors to our event to expand their network, get acquainted with new startups, evaluate them, share feedback, and participate in discussions with early-stage and serial founders. We offer **complimentary tickets to institutional investors, angels, and venture scouts** with a proven track record. Please [apply via Luma](https://luma.com/vv2aepg6) or send us an email so we can issue the ticket. If you'd like to **access our database of promising startups** or **provide mentorship support to our best startups**, please fill out this short [Investor Application Form](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdn1s8f5_R3iaqYoJ4aU2q1IxcFXIZIQElD6cEcv8YkRQhaUA/viewform), and our team will contact you. **🎤 Want to Pitch?** A limited number of founders will have the opportunity to pitch their startup or business **to a panel of investors and experts.** 4-6 selected founders will pitch their startup, followed by a short Q&A where participants can ask questions and share feedback. Apply by filling out the [Pitch Application Form](https://forms.gle/CuscVQibyXBbi1Fv7) and sending us your pitch deck. Spots are limited, and we select founders in advance. To maintain high-quality pitches, you are required to present with a pitch deck. We will share our **pitching guide** and, if you'd like, **coach you** so you're fully prepared for pitch night. 🏆 **The best startups will be featured** across our social media and included in our **investor newsletter.** **Requirements for attendees:** - Dress code: smart casual. Bring good energy. **🎟 Join our event and secure your ticket today!** **About us:** [Startup Valley](https://startupvalley.club/) is a global event organizer hosting pitch nights in 25 cities since 2023. Since then, **we have hosted 850 events for 40,000 attendees**. Over these years, we connected countless outstanding early-stage startups to serious investors, and we are not planning to stop. We maintain strategic partnerships with VC funds in the US, Europe, and Asia to support our community. **See every upcoming event in San Francisco, with dates and venues:** [San Francisco startup events](https://startupvalley.club/cities/san-francisco) Do you have a **question, a partnership proposal, or want to clarify something**? Reach us at hello@startupvalley.club **Agenda** - 19:00–19:30 — **Registration**: Guests register, receive badges, and event programs. This is an opportunity for casual networking, making first connections, and preparing for the event. - 19:30–20:00 — **Event Kickoff & Interactive Networking**: Official welcome from the organizers with a brief overview of the event goals and schedule. Interactive networking session to connect with key contacts. - 20:00–20:50 — **🚀 Startup Pitch Session**: 7 live pitches with investor Q&A: Whitebox AI · Mefferdi · Nettle · DealFrame · Bitewise · Glassly · Mindbricks - 20:50–22:00 — **Second Networking Session**: Participants enjoy casual conversations with investors and experts, discuss collaboration opportunities, and exchange ideas. **FAQ** **Can I pitch?** Yes! To pitch, please purchase a Pitch Ticket and fill out the Pitch Application Form. We will contact you to discuss and approve your pitch. The pitch duration is 5 minutes. You will also have some time to answer questions from the audience. **How does the pitch go?** Selected founders present on stage to the audience and the investors in the room. You get 5 minutes to pitch your idea, business model, target market, and investment ask, followed by a short Q&A. The best startups are featured across our social media channels and in the investor newsletter. **Who will I meet?** Founders, angel investors, VC partners, venture scouts, AI experts, engineers, operators, marketing and sales experts, and international entrepreneurs from across Europe, Asia, and the US. **Do investors get free tickets?** Yes! Email hello@startupvalley.club or apply via Luma (the link is in the event description), and we will issue a complimentary ticket for you and your team. **Can I request a refund?** Yes. Refunds are available if requested at least 1 day before the event start time. Please submit the refund request on the platform where you purchased your ticket, or email us at hello@startupvalley.club
JOIN US IN PERSON OR ON ZOOM TO BUILD YOUR COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Wed, Nov 18, 3:15 PMWe have a hybrid meeting each and every Wednesday morning starting at 7:15am. Join us for an action-packed hour of fun and learning. If you want to attend via Zoom, please contact the meeting Organizer, Janice for the link At a typical meeting, we have 2-3 prepared speeches from members. Speakers get candid, constructive feedback and suggestions for improvement. We will also practice answering impromptu questions during the Table Topics section of our meeting. Ever been tongue-tied when your boss asked you a question in a meeting? Table topics is a great way to practice the skills of thinking and speaking on the fly. Great conversations happen after the meeting too! Join members for breakfast after the meeting, if you have the time.
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