Growth Hacking San Francisco

Slackline Wednesday

**Slackline Wednesday(s) in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park, at the Panhandle!** (*Oak St & Cole St, from 5:30 PM until dark.*) Meet the SF Slackers: bring a slackline, or try someone else's! Have you ever seen people balancing on lines in Golden Gate Park and thought, "*I could never do that*"? Well, we’re here to prove you wrong! Slackline Wednesday is the most beginner-friendly spot in the City. There’s no pressure to perform; just a bunch of friendly neighbors trying to stay upright. Come down to the Panhandle and take your first shaky steps—we promise you’ll be hooked! ⁂ ⁂ ⁂ Facebook Group: SFslackers Instagram: @sf_slackers

Stop Being the Bottleneck: Live Leadership Session with Dr. Al Philip-Neri

Most agents think scaling a business will eventually create freedom. Instead, many end up with more people, more pressure, and even less time. On Wednesday, May 27 at 8:00 PM EST, join us live for a conversation with Dr. Al Philip-Neri, Performance Psychologist, Realtor, and real estate operator with investments across 21 U.S. markets. This session is focused on the execution side of business growth: • Leadership • Hiring • Systems • Accountability • Operational structure Not motivational fluff. Not generic mindset talk. This is a practical conversation about what it actually takes to stop being the bottleneck in your own business and build something that can operate without you carrying every moving part yourself. In this live session, we'll discuss: ✔ Why growth does not automatically create freedom ✔ The hidden reason your business still depends on you ✔ How the wrong hires quietly slow momentum and execution ✔ What changes when the right people are in the right roles ✔ How to transition from operator to true business owner This session is ideal for: • Brokerage owners • Team leaders • Agents building toward a team • Growth-minded entrepreneurs This is a live Zoom event only. No replay will be available. Please register through Zoom after RSVP'ing on Meetup so you receive the login link.

[San Francisco, CA] - AI DevSummit 2026

Pacific Hackers is proud to announce that we’ve partnered with **DevNetwork**, the organizers of the world’s largest developer event series! From *DeveloperWeek* to *API World* and *CloudX*, DevNetwork is the epicenter of tech innovation, and we want the Pacific Hackers community right in the middle of it. **The Perk:** As part of our new partnership, we have **50 FREE Open Passes** (Value: $195) specifically for our members to attend the **AI DevSummit** in South San Francisco! * **When:** May 27-28, 2026 * **Where:** South San Francisco (In-Person) * **Topic:** The latest in AI/ML, neural networks, and automated engineering. **Register Now:** These will go fast! Use the Pacific Hackers community link to claim your spot: 👉 [https://link.devnetwork.com/6TV0pLY5](https://link.devnetwork.com/6TV0pLY5) Come represent Pacific Hackers and stay ahead of the curve in the AI revolution. See you there!

Startup Founders Masterclass

Build, fund & scale your startup with a proven roadmap. Learn to validate ideas, get users & become investor-ready. Limited seats—join now! . **\*\* [EVENTBRITE RSVP MANDATORY TO ATTEND THIS EVENT](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1988681849947)** Click Here - [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1988681849947](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1988681849947) . **This program is for you if:** **Stage 1 — Idea:** You have a startup idea but no clear path from concept to MVP. You need a validated sequence before you spend a dollar or hour in the wrong direction. . **Stage 2 — MVP:** You have built your Minimum Viable Product (MVP) and need proven strategies in Product Positioning, Sales & Marketing to get your first real traction. . **Stage 3 — Growth:** You are running a startup and want to achieve YoY growth, secure investment, and map your Exit strategies. . *This startup masterclass walks you through all of it, live and in-depth — whether you are still sitting on an idea, deep in the MVP phase, or already running a startup and stuck on growth, investment readiness, or Exit strategies.* . **\*\* [EVENTBRITE RSVP MANDATORY TO ATTEND THIS EVENT](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1988681849947)** Click Here - [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1988681849947](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1988681849947) . **THE AGENDA OF THIS EVENT:-** **1\. BUILDING A STARTUP BUSINESS** * No idea is too old — the market is always ready for it, when executed properly * How to execute your startup idea with minimal time, money, and effort * How to validate whether your startup idea will work — and what to do if it won't * The exact sequence every founder must follow before spending a single dollar **2\. MARKET RESEARCH & STATISTICS** * Why market research is non-negotiable — and how to do it for your startup * How to use Crowdsourcing to get the data you need, fast and at low cost * How to read Demographics to pinpoint exactly who will buy your product * How to build product and marketing strategies from real data, not assumptions **3\. MVP/POC \(MINIMUM VIABLE PRODUCT / PROOF OF CONCEPT / PROTOTYPE\)** * What your MVP should actually look like — and how to build it for free * How to test whether the market will accept your product before you invest heavily * How to define your Business Model, identify Early Adopters, and apply Iteration methods * How to generate your first real traction before you have a finished product **4\. PRODUCT & PRODUCT POSITIONING** * How to determine the real value customers will pay for — without hesitation * Whether your startup is B2B or B2C — or both — and what that means for your go-to-market * Whether Loss Leader Pricing applies to your model and how to use it correctly * How to build CTAs (Calls to Action) that convert interest into paying customers **5\. GO TO MARKET \(GTM\) STRATEGY** * How to let the market know what you are building — before you finish building it * How to lock in your First Mover Advantage (FMA) before competitors catch up * Whether Freemium or Gamification fits your startup model — and how to execute it * How to choose between a soft launch and a launch party — and build a Market Penetration strategy **6\. CUSTOMER ACQUISITION & RETENTION** * How to identify your ideal target audience and stop wasting budget on the wrong people * Customer Behaviour Modelling (CBM) — what it is and how to apply it to your startup * How to calculate CLV (Customer Lifetime Value) and use it to project MRR, ARR, and IRR * How CAC (Customer Acquisition Cost) interacts with CLV / LTV for sustainable recurring growth **7\. SALES & MARKETING STRATEGIES** * How to build a complete Sales & Marketing playbook — Direct, Indirect, Offline, and Digital * What actually motivates new customers to buy — and how to engineer that trigger * How to optimise SQLs and MQLs to increase conversion rates at every stage of the funnel * Why Advertorials, Growth Hacking, and PR are essential to hitting your MRR / ARR targets **8\. INVESTMENT READINESS \(STARTUP FUNDRAISING\)** * Why investors keep saying no — and the specific, fixable reasons behind it * How to Bootstrap, Crowdfund, and Equity Crowdfund your startup * Burn Rate, Cash Flow (positive and negative), Churn Rate, and IP (Copyrights, Patents, Trademarks) — explained * How to build a compelling Pitch Deck and Business Plan that earns real traction and fair Valuation. **9\. INVESTOR’S ANALYSIS OF YOUR STARTUP** * The simple questions every investor asks — and why most founders cannot answer them * How to read a Term Sheet and understand the clauses that affect you as a founder long-term * How a founder with 100 customers can raise $1 million — while another with 10,000 customers raises nothing * How to calculate and defend your pre-money and post-money Valuation **10\. ORGANISATIONAL STRUCTURE OF YOUR STARTUP** * How to build an internal organisation structure that can actually execute your strategy * KAM (Key Account Management) and KPI frameworks — how to set them up from day one * How to build Evangelists inside your team and customer base — and when and how to Pivot * How to run a proper SWOT Analysis and turn it into an action plan **11\. COMMON ISSUES WITH STARTUPS & FOUNDERS** * Why your startup is not picking up — even after months of effort and real money spent * Why customer acquisition keeps breaking down and retention never sticks * How to overcome financial, operational, and customer problems simultaneously * What to do when your startup is on the verge of collapse — and how to find a way out * **\*\* [EVENTBRITE RSVP MANDATORY TO ATTEND THIS EVENT](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1988681849947)** Click Here - [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1988681849947](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1988681849947) . **ABOUT ME:** I am LAKSHMAN SINGH (Angel Investor, Startups Mentor, Fund Management) I have over a decade of hands-on experience in the global startup ecosystem. I have delivered 1,000+ one-on-one startup consultations, worked directly with founders across 110+ cities worldwide, and actively invests in and mentors early-stage startups. I also help founders through direct consultation, business audits, mentorship, angel investment and access to my global network. . **LinkedIn**: [https://linkedin.com/in/iamlakshmansingh](https://linkedin.com/in/iamlakshmansingh) **Website**: [https://www.lakshmansingh.com/](https://www.lakshmansingh.com/) **Email**: Connect@LakshmanSingh.com **Clientele**: [https://www.lakshmansingh.com/clientele](https://www.lakshmansingh.com/clientele) **Services**: [https://www.lakshmansingh.com/services](https://www.lakshmansingh.com/services) . **\*\* [EVENTBRITE RSVP MANDATORY TO ATTEND THIS EVENT](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1988681849947)** Click Here - [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1988681849947](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1988681849947) .

[San Francisco, CA] - 20260530 - Sec Nerds: The Conference

**Pacific Hackers** is excited to announce our official partnership with **Sec Nerds** for their very first conference in the heart of San Francisco! 🌉 This isn't just another security con; it’s a community-driven deep dive into the latest in infosec, and we want the Pacific Hackers family to be front and center. *** ### 🚨 URGENT: CALL FOR PAPERS (CFP) Want to speak at the inaugural Sec Nerds event? The window is closing fast! * **Deadline:** TODAY, May 1st * **How to submit:** Email your proposals directly to **cfp@pacifichackers.org** *** ### 🎟️ REGISTRATION & DISCOUNT Registration is officially open! As part of the Pacific Hackers community, you get a special discount on your pass. * **Register Here:** [https://secnerdssf.com/thecon](https://secnerdssf.com/thecon) * **Discount Code:** `OJV0KS` *** ### 🤝 VOLUNTEERS WANTED Pacific Hackers will be leading the charge in finding great volunteers to help run the show. If you want to get behind the scenes and help make this event a success, **stay tuned.** We will be making a separate announcement shortly with details on how to apply for the volunteer crew! *** ### 📅 DATE & LOCATION * **Date:** Saturday, May 30, 2026 * **Time:** 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM PDT * **Location:** 833 Market St #400, San Francisco, CA 94103 *** ### WHAT TO EXPECT Sec Nerds: The Conference is bringing together researchers, hackers, and builders for a full day of technical talks, networking, and community building. Whether you are a seasoned pro or just starting your journey, this is the place to be. **Note:** RSVPing on Meetup does *not* count as registration. Please use the link above to secure your ticket with our discount code! **See you in San Francisco!**

FREE OPEN Passes to AI DevSummit 2026

**Register here:** [https://www.devnetwork.com/registration/?event=AI%20DevSummit%202026&utm_source=meetup&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=MU16799&discount=MU16799](https://www.devnetwork.com/registration/?event=AI%20DevSummit%202026&utm_source=meetup&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=MU16799&discount=MU16799) **You must register at the link above (and not just indicate that you are attending here on Meetup).** **[AI DevSummit 2026](https://sessionize.com/ai-devsummit-developerweek-management-2026)** (May 27-28, South San Francisco, CA) is The premier conference for engineers and data teams shipping real-world AI. AI DevSummit brings together AI/ML engineers, data scientists, and technical leads for two days of hands-on sessions, case studies, and conversations focused on production-scale systems. Learn from leaders at Microsoft, Amazon, Google, Netflix, Apple, AWS, Salesforce, IBM, Meta, LinkedIn, YouTube, and many more! **Choose from sessions across 7 Conference Tracks:** * AI Executive * AI Ops and Technology Management * AI Strategy, Case Studies, and Success Stories * Machine Learning, Models, and Architecture * Data Access, Data Management, and Operations * AI Frameworks, Tools, and Applied AI * AI Enterprise Dev The AI DevSummit team has offered our group 25 free OPEN Passes so our members can attend for free. **Register now to get your free OPEN Pass ($195 value):** [https://www.devnetwork.com/registration/?event=AI%20DevSummit%202026&utm_source=meetup&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=MU16799&discount=MU16799](https://www.devnetwork.com/registration/?event=AI%20DevSummit%202026&utm_source=meetup&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=MU16799&discount=MU16799)

Literary Devices: Writers and Hackers for Noisebridge!

San Francisco Writers Workshop collaborates with our hacker friends to raise funds for everyone's favorite local makerspace: Noisebridge! Several of our best authors will produce stories/poems/word-based constructs. Each will share their literary product with a hacker, who will respond with a device/app/gadget/doohickey inspired by the writing. On the night of the event, audience members will vote for the device that best complements the assigned writer's piece. The winning hacker will receive a prize of dubious value! Expect delicious snackies, and other fun additions: in the past we've included a fun raffle!

Free OPEN Passes to API World 2024

Bay Area Singles Relational Lab - Facilitated Connection Experience

Tired of dating apps or surface-level social events? This is different. Relational Labs is a guided connection experience for singles who want more honest, playful, emotionally intelligent interaction — without performance, pressure, or endless small talk. This is not speed dating. Not networking. Not “pitch yourself to strangers.” It’s a facilitated relational container rooted in psychology, emotional intelligence, attachment work, social dynamics, nervous system awareness, and real-world human connection — made practical enough that you can actually live it instead of reading another 50 books about it. ## What happens • A 2-hour guided online relational experience • Real-time connection exercises designed to create authentic interaction • A format that adapts in real time to whoever is present • Optional participant-led in-person continuation afterward • WhatsApp connection thread after the session ## This may be for you if: • You’re tired of shallow or repetitive social spaces • You want deeper connection without forced intimacy • You enjoy personal growth, psychology, communication, or relational work • You’re open to meeting people in a more intentional way ## Important This experience runs with whoever is present and takes its own shape each time. Sometimes expansive. Sometimes intimate. Both are the real thing. Booking happens through our website. 👉 Reserve your spot: [https://consciousconnectionsclub.com/join](https://consciousconnectionsclub.com/join) Optional in-person continuation: same day or within 48 hours depending on the city Most people come alone. People often leave surprised by how quickly strangers can feel human, warm, honest, and real. Sometimes awkwardness turns into ease. Sometimes curiosity turns into chemistry. Sometimes people simply remember what it feels like to actually connect again.

AWS Agents of Impact Summit - SF

Important note: Register on the [AICamp Event Website](https://www.aicamp.ai/event/eventdetails/W2026060110)[ ](https://www.aicamp.ai/event/eventdetails/W2025112017)is REQUIRED for admission. Agentic AI is redefining how software is designed, built, and deployed. There will soon be billions of agents in the world, working alongside humans to accelerate innovation and improve productivity across every industry. They won't just manage simple tasks. They'll orchestrate sophisticated, multi-step processes that require understanding context, making decisions, and taking actions. Agents of Impact is where you come to build them, ship them, and learn from the teams already running them in production. Join AWS and leading technology partners for a full-day event featuring keynotes on the foundations of agentic AI, architecture deep dives on production-ready patterns, and hands-on labs where every attendee builds in their own cloud environment. You'll hear real customer stories: what worked, what failed, and what the path from prototype to production actually looks like. The day closes with open Q&A and a happy hour with the engineers and builders in the room. **What you will learn?** ✔ Build agentic AI applications hands-on using Amazon Bedrock and AgentCore ✔ Learn from customers who are running AI agents in production today ✔ Explore proven architectural patterns for agent orchestration, governance, and scaling ✔ Connect with others working on similar AI challenges ✔ Accelerate your AI initiatives through the AWS AI-DLC program **Who should attend?** ✔ Technical decision makers - VPs of Engineering, Heads of Product, Technical Directors ✔ Software developers - Senior Developers, ML Engineers, AI/ML Practitioners ✔ Solutions architects - Technical Architects, DevOps Engineers, Innovation Leaders

FREE PMs for Good: Scaling Impact

**Scaling Impact: How PMs Help Nonprofits Grow Without Breaking** Hosted by PMs for Good \| PMI San Francisco Bay Area Chapter PMs for Good is back for our second in-person meetup in San Francisco—building on the momentum from our spring kickoff with a hands-on, interactive workshop focused on scaling nonprofit programs effectively. This session is designed for project managers and project-minded professionals who are working in, volunteering with, or exploring the nonprofit and social impact space. **What to Expect** Join us for a 60-minute interactive workshop where we will work through a real-world nonprofit scaling scenario. Together, we will explore what happens when programs grow, where systems break down, and how project managers can step in to support sustainable, mission-aligned expansion. **What You Will Learn** * Common challenges nonprofits face when scaling programs * How to assess readiness for growth using PM frameworks * Where operations typically break (staffing, systems, processes) * Practical first steps PMs can take to stabilize and scale impact * How to apply your PM skillset in mission-driven environments **Event Details** **Date:** Saturday, May 30, 2026 **Time:** * 1:30 PM – Arrival & networking * 2:00 PM – Workshop begins * 3:00 PM – Event concludes **Location:** Pacific Heights, San Francisco (Exact address shared after registration) **Capacity:** Limited to 75 attendees **PDUs** This event qualifies for: * **1 Business Acumen PDU** (PMI Talent Triangle) **Host** **[Sabrina Raphael, MBA, PMP](www.linkedin.com/in/brinasay)** PMI SFBAC Sustainability Committee Sabrina is a mission-driven project leader focused on education, workforce development, and expanding equitable career pathways. She brings experience across nonprofit and private sectors, with a focus on building systems that improve access, outcomes, and organizational effectiveness. **Who Should Attend** * Project Managers (PMPs and non-PMPs) * Professionals working with or interested in nonprofits * Volunteers and board members * Anyone curious about applying PM skills to social impact **About PMs for Good** PMs for Good is a growing community of project managers and leaders interested in using their skills to support nonprofits and social impact organizations. We meet every other month in San Francisco to share insights, build community, and work on real-world challenges. **Registration** Free event \| Advance registration required Registration closes May 29 at 5:00 PM

AI-Native Blueprint: Building with an Unfair Advantage?

**Pre-Registration is REQUIRED. RSVP here - [https://luma.com/omcwp6bs](https://luma.com/omcwp6bs)** ## How do you build an AI-native app with an unfair advantage? **Launch in months using free tools, open source, and the backing of seasoned operators.** Join **ODSC** **AI** and **super{set}** for an evening of tactical insights into the reality of building AI-native companies from the ground up. We’re moving past the hype to show you exactly how high-growth startups are engineered - not just advised. ## Agenda * **5:00pm – 5:45pm:** Doors Open & Networking (Drinks & Light Bites) * **5:45pm – 6:45pm:** Talk "How do you build an AI-native app with an unfair advantage?" * *Featuring Vivek Vaidya and Gal Vered* * **6:45pm – 7:15pm:** Interactive Q&A * **7:15pm – 7:30pm:** Closing Remarks & Final Networking ## The Session Most founders get stuck in the "idea maze." **[super{set} Signal](https://www.superset.com/signal)** is a 3–5 month co-creation program designed to break that cycle. It’s hands-on company building where founders and operators build product MVPs through rapid, grueling, and rewarding learning cycles. We’re pulling back the curtain on **[Checksum.ai](https://checksum.ai/)**, a super{set} portfolio company. Co-founder Gal Vered will share how he went from identifying a massive bottleneck in software quality at Google to building an autonomous testing platform that now serves over 500 users. **Vivek Vaidya** will walk through the "unfair advantages" available to Signal founders, including: * **The AI Stack:** Accessing open-source tooling like **[Majordomo](https://gomajordomo.com/)**, a dedicated control plane for AI stacks. * **Built to Scale:** Using scaffolding designed for live product adoption from Day 1. * **Inside the Forge:** A raw look at the earliest stages of company building inside the super{set} ecosystem. ## Logistics * **Date:** Thursday, May 28, 2026 * **Time:** 5:00pm – 7:30pm * **Location:** 140 New Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA ## Featured Speakers **[Vivek Vaidya](https://www.linkedin.com/in/vsvaidya/),** Founding General Partner, super{set} A seasoned operator and investor specializing in data and AI-driven company building. **[Gal Vared](https://www.linkedin.com/in/gal-vered/),** Co-founder at Checksum.ai Former Google Product Lead and startup CTO now solving continuous software testing with AI. > **Note:** Space is limited. Please RSVP to secure your spot and join the conversation on the future of AI-native development. ## Stay Connected * **Learn:** Free talks and trainings on the [Ai+ Training platform](https://aiplus.training/). * **Read:** The latest in AI research on the [ODSC Blog](https://opendatascience.com/). * **Chat:** Join the conversation in our [Slack Channel](https://www.google.com/search?q=https://odsc.com/slack). * **Community:** Review our [Code of Conduct](https://odsc.com/code-of-conduct/).