📢Calling all MedTech and Biotech founders, startup leaders, and investors! Startup Spark: Bridging Innovation & Investment This high-impact event brings together founders, investors, and industry experts to share real-world strategies for navigating today’s startup landscape.. 🤝 Co-hosted by Advanced Test Equipment Corp. (ATEC) & Dr. Neda Pelar, this event is designed to help you: […]
At WWDC 2025 one of the big announcements for developers was the Foundation Models Framework, which gives us access to an on device LLM for local processing. In this meetup we'll talk about what it is exactly, and where it may be useful. --- It will take place in the Seminar Room at the La […]
Founders, investors, and those who support them. Meet at "Pipes": northern area of San Elijo State Beach at the northern-most part of the north parking lot shower near the top of the ramp (not stairs). If you see stairs or you see parking lot north of you, keep going north! The pin on the map […]
Investors review three key financial documents when considering an investment in a startup: Cap table Financial statements Financial model A signficant deficiency in any of these three documents is enough to stall or stop an investor from moving forward. As an investor with Band of Angels, without a doubt, the financial model is always the weakest of […]
The Wealth Game Series Part II Join us on a topic "From Paychecks to Portfolios: How to Start Investing Without Getting Overwhelmed" Ready to make your money work for you but not sure where to begin? This session is your crash course in understanding investment options. We’ll break down stocks, bonds, real estate, and […]
📢📢Building your investor IQ starts with understanding the basics. Whether you are new to investing or want a refresher, our Foundations of investing presentation will help you learn about: • The importance of developing a strategy • The impact of asset allocation • Ideas for focusing on what you can control with your finances 🌿🌿We […]
Less than 1% of pitch decks lead to startup fundraising rounds. Many founders know the fundraising odds are stacked against them, but they don't know how to create a pitch deck that maximizes their startup's chances for fundraising success. On August 21 at 11AM Pacific, you'll join Sam Wong to understand why the average founder's […]
💵The Wealth Game Series Part III Join us on a topic "Strategies You Were Never Meant to Know" 🔥The ultra-wealthy operate by a different set of rules. In this session, we pull back the curtain on the strategies they use to grow and protect their wealth. Learn the moves they don't teach in school or at […]
About the event Venture investors usually don't make any money from their startup investment until the company gets acquired or exits in an IPO. Most startup pitches make empty claims about exits that fail to inspire investors. Smart founders know that showing a plausible exit story by listing similar companies that successfully exited will help […]
Dear San Diego, it's that time of year again. Join Techstars San Diego Powered by SDSU as we celebrate the Fall 2025 founders. We'd love to see our San Diego tech community out in full force! Mentors, investors, Techstars alumni, founders, entrepreneurs, tech enthusiasts...all are welcome! Parking paid for courtesy of SDSU. Plus guides escorting […]
Interested in the San Diego/Irvine startup communities? Explore EvoNexus in person for an informative presentation, Q&A, and facility tour! Whether you're a potential applicant, sponsor, mentor, investor, or interested in the San Diego and Irvine startup communities, come join us!
Curious about connecting your iOS app to real-world hardware? In this talk we’ll look at how to use Swift and CoreBluetooth to discover, connect, and communicate with Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) devices. We’ll keep it practical, cover the basics, and share some tips to avoid common pitfalls when working with BLE on iOS. This will […]
Use Code: SANDIEGO September 11–14, 2025 • Oceanside, CA Valio Con returns for its sixth year, bringing together designers, developers, founders, investors, and creative thinkers for four days of inspiring talks, beachside networking, and hands-on learning. Set at the Seabird Resort in Oceanside, this event blends world-class speakers with a relaxed, coastal atmosphere. Expect engaging […]
💵The Wealth Game Series Part IV Join us on a topic "What It Is and Why It’s Not Just for Billionaires" 🔥If terms like VC, PE, and term sheets feel intimidating, this session is for you. We’ll explain what it really means to invest in startups or private funds and why more everyday investors are […]
WHY ATTEND? FOR STARTUPS Network with top tier investors. Develop corporate partnerships and hear from top industry experts. WHY ATTEND? FOR CORPORATIONS Meet innovative startups from around the world. Originate business development opportunities. Network with other corporate representatives and investors. WHY ATTEND? FOR INVESTORS Meet top global startup founders. Expand your deal pipeline and […]
Founders, investors, and those who support them. Meet at "Pipes": northern area of San Elijo State Beach at the northern-most part of the north parking lot shower near the top of the ramp (not stairs). If you see stairs or you see parking lot north of you, keep going north! The pin on the map […]
Join us on Friday 9/19 9:30-11:00am PDT for our next in-person event of the series that honor innovations of life sciences and health technologies. Attendees will have the opportunities to enjoy networking with some of the best inventors, entrepreneurs and experts locally available. Please be sure to save the date for this unique experience of […]
Stella’s annual Women’s Venture Summit is a transformative event that empowers bold connections between female founders and investors (including aspiring investors!). Now in its 12th year, we’re continuing the charge by accelerating female founders’ access to capital and exponentially growing our community of female and male investors who back female-led startups. Women’s Venture Summit has […]
Event Description: Join us at the UC San Diego Entrepreneurship Center’s Horizon Accelerator for an afternoon of connection and collaboration. This meet & greet, hosted on the 4th floor of the Design & Innovation Building, brings together founders, investors, service providers, and campus operators for an engaging look at the growing innovation ecosystem. Select Horizon […]
💵The Wealth Game Series Part V Join us on a topic "How to Grow Your Wealth While Improving Lives" 🔥Discover how the future of healthcare is creating some of the most exciting investment opportunities today. In this session, we’ll explore where medical technology is headed, why it’s gaining attention from serious investors, and how you […]
Welcome to the 23rd Annual San Diego BioPharma Conference, hosted by SABPA! This cornerstone event brings together over 500 researchers, industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and investors from across the life sciences community for a day of unparalleled learning, collaboration, and innovation. As the biopharma landscape continues to evolve, this conference provides a unique platform to stay ahead of cutting-edge research, […]
Kick Off MedTech Week 2025 with an Exclusive Investor Networking Brunch! Begin your MedTech Week experience with an exceptional networking opportunity designed to connect medtech and healthcare investors with leading medtech innovators. Why Attend? Engage with top-tier investors and influential industry leaders in an intimate, high-value setting. Discover innovative companies driving breakthroughs in medical technology. […]
Happening October 6 – 10, 2025. Join us for San Diego Startup Week – Innovation Rooted Locally, Impacting Globally! Take part in a full week of programming where thousands of Founders, Entrepreneurs, Designers, Investors, Students, and Startup Leaders will come together. Be part of the innovation happening in the San Diego – Baja startup community!
Getting investor dollars isn’t just about the term sheet. Founders also need their legal structure and financial records to inspire confidence. In this fast, practical session, Hastings PC and Lodestar Financials team up to show you how to get “deal-ready” without the stress. What you’ll learn: From the legal side (Tyler Hastings, Hastings PC): Clean […]
IRVINEi will host a panel discussion that brings together leaders in AI, IoT, and security, alongside forward-thinking investors. The panel will explore the question: What happens when homes stop being smart and start being intelligent? Panelists include: • Moderator: Cheryl Goodman, Vice Chairman Startup San Diego, Mind the Machine Podcast Host • Vishal Shah, CEO, […]
💵The Wealth Game Series Part VI Join us on a topic "Clear the Hidden Blocks Holding You Back From Wealth" 🔥Wealth starts with mindset. In this honest and eye-opening session, we’ll explore the beliefs, habits, and emotional patterns that silently hold people back from financial success. Learn how to identify and shift your money stories […]
Larger Than Life Science is an event series open to everyone interested in building a strong support network for biotech & the life sciences Roadmap to Investor Readiness Practical strategies to align your financial plan with your science and investors How do you design a financial roadmap that keeps your science moving forward while also […]
Founders, 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. […]
Connect invites you to Connect Forward—a public gathering to meet our new CEO, James Zanewicz, and hear firsthand about the bold direction ahead. Enjoy live music, appetizers, and a curated showcase of exciting innovation companies from the Connect community, plus meaningful networking with San Diego’s innovation leaders, investors, and entrepreneurs. Join us as we look toward […]
💵The Wealth Game Series Part VII Join us on a topic "Investing with Power, Purpose, and a Plan" 🔥Only 2 percent of venture capital goes to women-led businesses. That number doesn’t reflect talent. It reflects access. This session is a rallying point for women ready to step into their role as investors, leaders, and wealth creators. […]
