2025 IGE Showcase and Investor Preview
Annual Showcase highlighting startups and partners. Awards and exciting announcements will be shared.
30 events found.
Investors & Funding
Events
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UC San Diego Atkinson Hall 9500 Gilman Dr, La Jolla, CA, United States
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Founders Live San Diego ft. Stella Foundation
The University Club Atop Symphony Towers 750 B Street Suite 3400, San Diego, CA, United StatesThe ultimate entrepreneurial experience and pitch competition in San Diego! Founders Live San Diego Special Event! Get ready for an unforgettable night of innovation, inspiration, and community! 🌟 Join us for Founders Live x Stella Foundation, where visionary entrepreneurs take the stage to pitch their businesses in just 99 seconds. You’ll hear from bold founders — […]
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Women in Entrepreneurial Spaces
The Basement 9510 Innovation Ln, La Jolla, CA, United StatesDive into an engaging panel discussion of the unique experiences of women in entrepreneurial spaces with SEN and WIB, hosted at The Basement. Women make up only about 11% of investing partners at venture capital firms, and only about 13% of venture capital money flows into female-founded startups. Come explore how these statistics are changing […]
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Navigating the IPO Governance Landscape
San Diego San Diego, California, United StatesCorporate governance is a critical factor in the success of an IPO, shaping investor confidence, regulatory compliance, and the company’s overall appeal to the public markets. This session will explore the governance practices that matter most when preparing for an IPO, including board structure, risk management, and stakeholder engagement. Participants will gain insights into how […]
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TiE SD Networking Night – Spotlighting Our Chapter’s Investment Activities
Kiln Rancho Bernardo 17190 Bernardo Center Dr Suite 200, San Diego, CA, United StatesHosted by: TiE San Diego – a chapter of the global nonprofit dedicated to fostering entrepreneurship through mentoring, networking, education, funding, and incubation. Event Description: Join TiE San Diego for an engaging evening of networking, insight, and collaboration. This event will spotlight our chapter’s recent and upcoming investment activities, providing a behind-the-scenes look at how TiE […]
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4-Hour In-Person Practical Workshop: Master Pitch Preparation, Investor Relations & Revenue Scaling
Ansir Cowork 7670 Opportunity Rd, San Diego, CA, United StatesJoin our 4-Hour In-Person Practical Workshop in (Partnership with Ansir) and benefit from the expertise of mentors who have launched over 2,000 companies, helped 200+ accelerators, and invested in hundreds of founders. How do you currently prepare for investor meetings, and what do you feel is missing? Have you pitched multiple times and never heard […]
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Neurotech Glow Walk – San Diego Bayfront Park
San Diego Bayfront Park San Diego Bayfront Park, San Diego, CA, United StatesOn Friday evening, Nov 14, 2025, the night before SfN begins, join various neurotech people for a one-hour Neurotech Glow Walk: a chance to move and make new connections in neurotech! This is next to the San Diego Convention Center at San Diego's Bayfront Park! Here’s the format: • Each participant receives a glow stick […]
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SD Founders Surf – November 21, 2025
San Elijo State Beach Highway 101 & San Elijo State Beach, Parking lot, S Coast Hwy 101 Parking, Cardiff, CA, United StatesFounders, investors, and those who support them, meet at "Pipes": San Elijo State Beach, northern-most part of the north parking lot near the benches and shower. If you see stairs or you see parking lot north of you, keep going north! The pin on the map is about 100 yards south of where we'll meet. […]
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How AI is Changing Financial Markets: Insights from Global Bond Investing
The University Club Atop Symphony Towers 750 B Street Suite 3400, San Diego, CA, United StatesJoin Luis Ceballos, PhD, Assistant Professor of Finance at the Knauss School of Business, for an engaging conversation on how artificial intelligence is transforming financial markets. Drawing from his experience as a former senior economist at the Central Bank of Chile and his research published in leading finance journals, Dr. Ceballos will explore a key […]
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AI Workshop Series: AI Startup and Investor Landscape
Nexus Theatre, University of San Diego 5998 Alcala Park Way, San Diego, CA, United StatesGiven the fast-paced AI landscape, we are bringing back the AI Workshop series this Fall! This 5-part AI Workshop Series is designed to provide an overview of AI, layout opportunities across industry sectors, functions, start-ups, and investing, and discuss the challenges and risks that we must overcome to seize the tremendous potential that AI presents […]
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Coffee + Conversation w/ Samsung Next, Radical Ventures, Dell Technologies Capital, and Mayfield
San Diego San Diego, California, United StatesDrop in for free coffee, pastries, and conversations with fellow builders and investors. Bring your laptop to get work done or just come to meet other NeurIPS attendees. About the Co-Sponsors Samsung Next invests in bold and ambitious founders, focusing on transformative innovations in AI, intelligent machines, healthtech, consumer services, and frontier technology. Radical Ventures invests in […]
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Techstars San Diego Powered by SDSU Fall 2025 Demo Day
San Diego San Diego, California, United StatesJoin us on December 4th at 5:00 pm to meet the companies graduating from the Techstars San Diego Powered by SDSU Fall 2025 Class. This Demo Day, sponsored in part by Trust & Will, Procopio, and Brex, will give investors, mentors, and the tech community an opportunity to see the incredible progress these founders have […]
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Capital & Community: Women Investors Potluck
Aquillius 10918 Technology Place, San Diego, CA, United States🌸Celebrate the power of connection and capital at our first-ever Women Investors Potluck. Join us for an evening of shared food, shared stories, and shared ambition. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just curious, this casual happy hour is your space to network, learn, and grow together. Capital & Community is a new gathering space […]
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Builders & Backers Networking Mixer – Open Bar – Carlsbad
Hera Hub Carlsbad 5938 Priestly Drive, Carlsbad, CA, United StatesJoin us for a free networking mixer with open bar at Hera Hub Carlsbad, a wonderful co-working and community space we’re excited to partner with. This indoor–outdoor venue offers the perfect environment to connect, meet great people, and wind down after the workday. You’ll hear a couple of quick 2-minute insights to kick things off: […]
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SD Founders Surf – December 19, 2025
San Elijo State Beach Highway 101 & San Elijo State Beach, Parking lot, S Coast Hwy 101 Parking, Cardiff, CA, United StatesFounders, investors, and those who support them, meet at "Pipes": San Elijo State Beach, northern-most part of the north parking lot near the benches and shower. If you see stairs or you see parking lot north of you, keep going north! The pin on the map is about 100 yards south of where we'll meet. […]
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The Wealth Game Series Part XI: Retirement Is a Number, Not an Age
Virtual💵The Wealth Game Series Part XI Join us on a topic "How to Replace Your Income Through Smart Investing"🔥You don’t have to wait until 65. In this session, you’ll learn how to build income streams that give you more options, more time, and more freedom. Whether you want to work less, travel more, or shift […]
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The Wealth Game Series Part XII: From Curious to Confident
Virtual💵The Wealth Game Series Part XII Join us on a topic "Crafting Your Personalized Investment Roadmap" 🔥This final session ties everything together. You’ll get a step-by-step process to build your investment game plan using everything you've learned. Walk away with clear next steps, a sense of direction, and the confidence to start making smart moves […]
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Founder’s Feast
8910 Troy St 8910 Troy St, Spring Valley, CA, United StatesFounders Feast is the unofficial kickoff to Winter Fancy Faire. A pre-party hosted by Relish, bringing together CPG founders, investors, and operators who actually shape what’s next in food. Expect standout BBQ from Cali BBQ, boozy bites from Boozy Jerky, surprise guests, and conversations that happen before the show floor opens. No panels, no pitches […]
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SD Founders Surf – January 16, 2026
San Elijo State Beach Highway 101 & San Elijo State Beach, Parking lot, S Coast Hwy 101 Parking, Cardiff, CA, United StatesFounders, investors, and those who support them, meet at "Pipes": San Elijo State Beach, northern-most part of the north parking lot near the benches and shower. If you see stairs or you see parking lot north of you, keep going north! The pin on the map is about 100 yards south of where we'll meet. […]
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Hussein’s North County SD Startup Mixer – Jan 2026
The Leucadian Bar 1542 N Coast Hwy 101 Building B, Encinitas, CA, United StatesAbout the event Hey, it’s Hussein event. Hussein is the founder of Eventship and the host of the North County SD Startup Mixer and is stoked to kick-off 2026 with all of you. This is the event that kicked off his Eventship journey back when it was Startup Beach. It’s grown into one of San […]
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Cleantech Forum North America
San Diego San Diego, California, United StatesCleantech Forum North America is the premier event focused solely on cleantech, connecting investors, corporates, and innovators to fuel business growth, climate solutions, and impact.
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StartR Demo Day
Rady School of Management 10065 Scholars Dr N, La Jolla, CA, United StatesJoin us in person at the Rady School of Management - Otterson Hall 2s117 (MPR2) for an exciting showcase of innovative startups and a look back at the achievements of the Sullivan Center over the past academic year. This event is a great opportunity to network with fellow entrepreneurs, investors, and industry professionals. Don't miss […]
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San Diego Founders & Investors Meetup
1057 La Mirada Court 1057 La Mirada Court, Vista, CA, United StatesJoin us on Thursday, Feb 26th for our next quarterly San Diego Founders & Investors Meetup. Connecting startup founders, creatives and investors Whether you're a startup founder looking for funding, an investor seeking new ventures, or just interested in networking with other entrepreneurs, this is the perfect event for you. Don't miss out on the […]
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Founder’s Hike North County – (Escondido)
JCPenney 290 E Via Rancho Pkwy, Escondido, CA, United StatesCome one, come all! Join fellow San Diego entrepreneurs, investors, and innovators for a networking hike at Kit Carson Park. Whether you're brainstorming your next company idea, navigating founder challenges, or simply want to connect with like minded people while enjoying beautiful scenery, this is your chance. What to expect: A relaxed 2.5 mile loop […]
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SD Founders Surf – February 27, 2026
San Elijo State Beach Highway 101 & San Elijo State Beach, Parking lot, S Coast Hwy 101 Parking, Cardiff, CA, United StatesFounders, investors, and those who support them, meet at "Pipes": San Elijo State Beach, northern-most part of the north parking lot near the benches and shower. If you see stairs or you see parking lot north of you, keep going north! The pin on the map is about 100 yards south of where we'll meet. […]
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Business – Bowling – Billiards – Happy Hour
The Gutter in Hotel LaFayette 2223 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA, United StatesBusiness - Bowling - Billiards - Happy Hour If you live in San Diego, you’ve probably heard how amazing Hotel Lafayette is. And if you haven’t, this is a perfect excuse to come check it out with a great group of people. Inside Hotel Lafayette is The Gutter — a retro-cool hangout with a two‑lane bowling alley, billiards, arcade‑style […]
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An International Women’s Day Celebration – THE GROUP CHAT IRL
JULEP Venue 1735 Hancock St, San Diego, CA, United StatesA Day of Party, Progress & Purpose Come for the vibe. Leave with momentum. Join 400 women for our Second Annual International Women’s Day Celebration in partnership with Julep venue—a high-energy, heart-forward experience where celebration meets conversation and connection turns into catalyst. This is NOT a conference. This is a CELEBRATION & ultimate girls day! This was last […]
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Investor Readiness Bootcamp
10918 Technology Pl 10918 Technology Pl, San Diego, CA, United States📢Become part of the Big Pitch with $250K in non-equity awards! What’s Inside (4-Week Program) Masterclass- Inside Track to Fundraising: Think Like an Investor Masterclass- Tips & Tricks for Navigating FDA & Clinical Trial Pathways Masterclass- Commercialization Unlocked — Lab-to-Launch Playbook Personalized Investor Scorecard Evaluation Pitch polishing with experts + live investor showcase + warm […]
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Free Open Bar Networking Mixer – Private Indoor/Outdoor Space
Arens Group Workplace 1938 Kellogg Ave, Carlsbad, CA, United StatesBuilders & Backers Networking Mixer – Carlsbad Join us for another high‑energy Builders & Backers networking mixer! San Diego always shows up, and this one is expected to fill up fast. Hosted in a beautiful indoor + outdoor space by ARENS Group, this event brings together great people, strong energy, and real conversations that turn […]
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San Diego County Startup Mixer
Harland Brewing 4112 Napier St, San Diego, CA, United States🚀 San Diego! We’re Back! 🚀 After a break for the past few months, we’re back! 🎉 Join us for the March San Diego County Startup Mixer at Harland in Bay Park on March 16th! 🔹 Who’s invited? Founders, tech folks, investors, and anyone curious about our growing SD startup scene. 🔹 Where? Harland Brewing, Bay Park 🔹 Parking? Plenty of street parking—easy in, easy out. Let’s keep building something special. See […]
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