Date and Time: September 26th, 2024, 5:45 PM – 10:15 PM (Virtual)
Event Overview:
Annual Startup Summit, a virtual half-day event dedicated to early-stage startups navigating the rapidly evolving world of AI. Hosted by Startup Grind, this summit offers a unique blend of insights, strategies, and hands-on learning opportunities, designed to help startups stay ahead of the curve, secure funding, and accelerate growth.
Event Highlights:
Insightful Discussions:
- Industry leaders and venture capitalists will delve into key topics, such as integrating AI strategies, building and funding AI startups, refining AI-focused pitches, navigating competition in the GenAI era, and transforming founder-VC relationships.
Workshops:
- Participate in interactive workshops addressing the most pressing challenges for early-stage startups. Topics include AI/ML advancements, scaling, GTM strategies, and fundraising in the AI era.
LIVE Pitch Teardown:
- Experience the excitement of a live pitch session, where startups present their ideas and receive real-time feedback from venture capitalists.
Speakers:
- Drew Glover: General Partner at Fiat Ventures
- Caryn Marooney: General Partner at Coatue
- Rachel Hepworth: CMO at Notion
Agenda (Displayed in Your Timezone):
- 6:00 PM – 6:05 PM: Welcome by Derek Andersen, Founder + CEO of Startup Grind
- 6:05 PM – 6:30 PM: Reshaping the Dynamics of Founder-VC Relationships – Keynote by Drew Glover
- 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM: Keys to Scaling and GTM Strategies – Fireside Chat with Rachel Hepworth and Caryn Marooney
- 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM: Multiple Workshops (AI/ML, Fundraising, CX Revolution)
- 8:30 PM – 9:00 PM: Live: Pitchdeck Teardown – Speaker TBA
- 9:00 PM – 10:00 PM: VC Panel + AMA: Fundraising in the Era of AI – Panel Discussion with Speakers TBA
- 9:45 PM – 10:00 PM: Closing Remarks
Organized by: Startup Grind Silicon Valley
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with the global startup community and gain valuable insights to propel your startup forward in the AI landscape.