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SUMMARY:Supply Chain Management in Latin America
DESCRIPTION:Latin America is an increasingly important global supply chain hub. However\, navigating this region’s diverse currencies\, complex geopolitics\, inconsistent infrastructure and economic risks poses a major challenge for managers and policymakers alike. \nTo explore these challenges and opportunities\, GPS’s Cowhey Center for Global Transformation\, in partnership with the Rady School of Management\, is hosting an in-person panel discussion on supply chain management in Latin America. \nThe panel features two of the world’s most knowledgeable and experienced experts on the topic: David Price\, the CEO of one of Latin America’s leading retailers\, PriceSmart; and Eduardo Acosta\, vice president of R.L. Jones Customhouse Brokers\, a major customs and logistics management for U.S.-Latin American import and export. This event will give students an opportunity to learn how some companies are successfully managing these challenges and what their experiences suggest for commercial opportunities in Latin America. \nThis public lecture series is organized by the Peter F. Cowhey Center on Global Transformation at the UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy (GPS) in partnership with the UC San Diego Rady School of Management. For more information\, please visit ccgt.ucsd.edu and rady.ucsd.edu. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact GPS Events Coordinator Bev Fruto.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/supply-chain-management-in-latin-america/
LOCATION:La Jolla
CATEGORIES:Economics
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SUMMARY:Little Italy San Diego Tech Coffee
DESCRIPTION:We’re bringing back Tech Coffee to the greater downtown area after a few year hiatus. What better spot for Tech Coffee than Little Italy\, the coffee capital of San Diego! \nJoin us at Portal Coffee overlooking the beautiful Waterfront Park and San Diego Harbor. \nThere’s lots of available street parking along Kettner between Fir and Beech St just 1-3 blocks from Portal Coffee. See the Parking Map attached image. We’re also one block from the MTA Trolley and 2 blocks from Amtrak and the Coaster. \nCome by for some networking\, sharing\, brainstorming\, and mentoring. And we love it when people want to share what they are working on! \nThere is no agenda\, which means you can’t be late – come when you can\, leave when you need to. Very informal. \nNew to the San Diego startup community? Or just want to be better connected? Check out the SD Tech Scene calendar – https://sdtechscene.org
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/little-italy-san-diego-tech-coffee/2026-05-04/
LOCATION:Portal Coffee\, 1495 Pacific Hwy\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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SUMMARY:From Oversight to Advantage: Building Governance That Keeps Pace with Innovation
DESCRIPTION:AI is no longer a future consideration – it is an operational reality that demands board-level attention today. As companies race to develop and deploy AI tools internally\, boards must understand the regulatory landscape most relevant to public companies\, establish clear governance frameworks\, and put processes in place to oversee how AI is built\, tested\, and used across the enterprise. \nOur AI and technology legal experts\, along with a seasoned corporate director\, will offer a practical roadmap for board members covering the regulatory landscape most relevant to public companies\, key considerations for building and deploying AI responsibly\, common pitfalls in scaling AI without adequate oversight\, and actionable tactics for establishing durable governance frameworks and tools that give the board meaningful visibility into AI risk and performance. This is a must-attend session for directors and decision makers who want to lead\, not lag\, in the AI era.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/from-oversight-to-advantage-building-governance-that-keeps-pace-with-innovation/
LOCATION:Latham & Watkins\, 12670 High Bluff Dr\, San Diego\, CA\, 92130\, United States
CATEGORIES:AI,Innovation
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260504T180000
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SUMMARY:The Future of Smart Cities & AI
DESCRIPTION:​What is the event? \n\n\n​A workshop on how smart technology\, IoT and artificial intelligence are transforming urban systems \n\n\n\n\n​Focuses on key areas such as energy\, mobility\, water\, infrastructure\, and the environment \n\n\n\n\n​Explores opportunities and challenges for sustainable and resilient cities \n\n\n​Why should you come? \n\n\n​Learn how smart technology\, IoT and AI are shaping the future of cities and urban systems \n\n\n​Understand opportunities and challenges in using AI for sustainability and resilience \n\n\n​Explore the gap between AI innovation and real-world implementation \n\n\n​Learning Objectives \n\n\n​Understand how smart technology\, IoT and AI are transforming urban systems such as energy\, mobility\, water\, infrastructure\, and environmental management. \n\n\n​Identify opportunities and challenges of using smart technology\, IoT and AI to improve sustainability\, resilience\, and efficiency in cities. \n\n\n​Learn practical approaches to integrating AI into urban planning and design
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/the-future-of-smart-cities-ai/
LOCATION:Design and Innovation Building\, 9510 Innovation Ln\, La Jolla\, CA\, 92093\, United States
CATEGORIES:AI,Workshop
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SUMMARY:StartupSD 1st Mondays Presented by Qualcomm TIPA @ ClickUp - May 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a night of networking and startup community building at StartupSD 1st Mondays – May 2026 edition! \n\n\n\n\nHow to Build Faster\, Better\, Smarter\nLeveraging AI: Lean in to get to the next level. \nClose the gap between where you are and where your product needs to be. \nToday’s most competitive builders aren’t waiting for bigger teams or bigger budgets. They’re using AI to compress prototyping cycles\, validate faster\, and reach MVP with less. The tools exist. The workflows are proven. The question is whether you’re using them. \nJoin us for a tactical conversation with founders and engineers innovating at the frontiers of AI\, hardware\, and software. Our panelists will break down the tools and workflows accelerating their development cycles\, how AI is shortening the road to go-to-market\, and the hard lessons learned when speed meets reality. \nCome ready to engage. Leave with a sharper edge. \nFeaturing: \n\nAndy Ballester\, Co-Founder & CPO at EyePop.ai\, Co-Founder of GoFundMe\nVenkat Rangan\, CEO & Founder at tinyVision.AI\nRamesh Rao\, Sr Director- Technology & Product Management\, QTL at Qualcomm\nMichael Sharp\, CEO & Co-Founder at DialStack\n\nQualcomm: The Inventor’s Patent Academy (TIPA)\nThe Inventor’s Patent Academy is a free online learning platform offering courses designed to provide students and entrepreneurs with the tools and resources needed for their innovation journey. Join thousands of other students who have enrolled in the Academy to date. Learn More: TheInventorsPatentAcademy.org \nNEW – 1:1 Mentoring for Founders (only 8 spots left!)\nReserve your spot as an add on at checkout. Meet with two domain expert mentors from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM before the event. Each mentee will be assigned two 30-minute long mentoring slots. Register as a non-member for $100 or consider upgrading to a Startup San Diego Membership for $365. FREE for Startup San Diego Members using your promo code at checkout! Explore StartupSD Membership Benefits ($1k+ value): https://startupsd.org/become-a-member/ \nWhat’s 1st Mondays?\nStartup San Diego 1st Mondays is San Diego’s premier quarterly startup networking and industry event featuring regional innovation ecosystem leaders\, resources\, and community hubs. \nWith over 250-300 participants ranging from founders\, entrepreneurs\, and talent to investors\, service providers\, and ecosystem supporters\, Startup San Diego curates an impact-driven evening of in-demand programming\, expo opportunities\, and networking. \nWhether you’re new to San Diego or seasoned in the local startup scene\, this event is for you. Stay tuned on social media to get updates on the event. Follow us on LinkedIn\, Twitter\, or Instagram. \nComplimentary light bites and refreshments will be available. Please purchase your tickets ahead of time through Eventbrite – this will be a sold out event. See you soon! \n– Startup San Diego \n#1stMondays
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/startupsd-1st-mondays-presented-by-qualcomm-tipa-clickup-may-2026/
LOCATION:ClickUp Downtown Office\, Diamond View\, 350 Tenth Ave\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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SUMMARY:Scared to speak in front a group? We'll help you!
DESCRIPTION:A fun\, supportive environment to practice your public speaking skills – for all levels of speakers! This is for YOU – who want to improve + polish their communication. This is for beginners who are looking for a comfortable place to start. And\, this is also for seasoned speakers looking to tune up for a presentation. \nThis is a recurring weekly meeting. https://www.meetup.com/palomar-airport-toastmasters/
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/scared-to-speak-in-front-a-group-well-help-you/2026-05-05/
LOCATION:6750 Paseo Del Norte\, 6750 Paseo Del Norte\, Carlsbad\, CA\, 92011\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions
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SUMMARY:LEVEL UP: Workflow in Firefly Boards: Ideation to Creation
DESCRIPTION:About this FieldTrip\n\nJoin Jack Faulkner\, a visual artist and content creator specialising in AI\, Photoshop\, and design education\, as he shows how to turn a simple idea into a full creative piece. \nIn this session\, you’ll explore the workflow from ideation to final output using Adobe Firefly Boards. Learn how to build ideas\, add motion to your artwork\, and use sound to bring your visuals to life. \nExpect practical tips\, creative inspiration\, and techniques you can apply straight away. \nPlus\, you’ll have the chance to win a free Adobe membership subscription. \nCome ready to create.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/level-up-workflow-in-firefly-boards-ideation-to-creation/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:AI
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260505T100000
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CREATED:20260505T072740Z
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SUMMARY:Coyote Coffee
DESCRIPTION:Honest truth. The individual coffee requests have been piling up\, and I love that. It means something is working. But I’m one person\, and there’s only so much one-on-one time to go around. \nSo instead of saying no\, I’m trying something else. \nWe’re holding the first Social Coyote Coffee at Communal Coffee in North Park. Show up\, grab a coffee\, and meet whoever else is there. Including me. No agenda. No pitch. Just a table with good people around it. \nThe best part? You’re not just getting time with me. You’re getting time with everyone else who shows up. And if this community is what I think it is\, that might actually be the better deal. \nCapped at 10 people. If it’s good\, we do it again in June. That’s the plan.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/coyote-coffee/
LOCATION:RSVP to see location
CATEGORIES:Community Building
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260505T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260505T100000
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CREATED:20251209T053813Z
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SUMMARY:Tuesday Team Up
DESCRIPTION:The Group is growing and we are excited to announce the launch of Tuesday Team Up at Maya Moon Collective at 3349 Adams Ave\, San Diego\, CA 92116 at 9:00 am. This new chapter is more than just a gathering. It is a chance to expand our movement of empowerment\, inspiration\, and support into the heart of San Diego. \nWhether you cannot always make it to Feel Good Fridays in Encinitas or you are ready to double down on connection by joining both\, Tuesday Team Up was created for you. It is a place where authentic conversations spark new opportunities\, where encouragement turns into action\, and where people come together to lift each other higher both personally and professionally. \nOur vision is to create spaces throughout San Diego where everyone feels they belong\, where ideas become reality\, and where community becomes the foundation for growth. Tuesday Team Up is another step toward that vision and we would love for you to be part of it.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/tuesday-team-up/2026-05-05/
LOCATION:Maya Moon Collective\, 3349 Adams Avenue\, San Diego\, CA\, 92116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Building,Conversation,Networking
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260505T101500
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CREATED:20251209T082016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T093124Z
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SUMMARY:The Group (North Park) - San Diego's Best Non-Networking Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:June An is the visionary founder of The Group\, a community born from the triumphs and trials of his own entrepreneurial journey. As a seasoned entrepreneur\, June understands the personal and professional challenges that can often feel overwhelming. His journey has taken him through moments of helplessness and hopelessness\, which fueled his passion to create a space where others don’t have to navigate these challenges alone. \n\n\nInspired by his experiences\, June founded The Group with a clear mission: to empower individuals to overcome obstacles and pursue their dreams with renewed hope and determination. The Group is more than just a community; it’s a place where dreams are nurtured\, resilience is strengthened\, and people come together to achieve their full potential—both personally and professionally. \n\nLet The Group inspire you to live your dreams with purpose and confidence.\nhttps://www.thegroupcoastal.com/
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/the-group-north-park-san-diegos-best-non-networking-networking-event/2026-05-05/
LOCATION:Maya Moon Collective\, 3349 Adams Avenue\, San Diego\, CA\, 92116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260505T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260505T110000
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CREATED:20231221T133748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240105T062136Z
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SUMMARY:San Diego Tech Coffee Online
DESCRIPTION:The San Diego Tech Coffee Online is an informal gathering of people interested in startups\, technology and/or business\, modeled after the weekly in person San Diego Tech Coffee gatherings in San Diego\, CA. This is an experiment to see if the related communities would value getting together online\, sharing projects for which they need feedback and asking questions of other members. \nJoin us online at – https://us02web.zoom.us/j/558502650?pwd=YjViRUZxNy9nV2daMDZkMlBiRW9zZz09 \nOr\, Dial in via Phone:\n253-215-8782 \nMeeting ID: 558 502 650\nPasscode: 744238 \nIn between our Tech Coffee\, check out this list of resources for startup and tech people in San Diego: \nhttp://bit.ly/2HvvF7X-SanDiegoTechCommunity \nMore Tech Coffee related information:\nwww.techcoffeeonline.com\nPast Tech Coffee Online Notes – https://docs.google.com/document/d/1OckcmzWaXvGtW5YYe-lxFf5QBD2i8skGlbHi8LvscUM/edit#\nTech Coffee On Discord (Virtual Coffee Shop for Networking\, Jobs\, Events) – https://discord.gg/PnRR5wC\nTech Coffee on Slack (Discussion) – https://sandiegotechcoffee.slack.com/\nTech Coffee on Telegram (Earn Crypto!) – https://t.me/techcoffeeonline
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/online-downtown-sd-tech-coffee-online/2026-05-05/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurs,Networking,Specialty Tech,Startups & Founders,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260505T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260505T110000
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CREATED:20240104T042320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240105T051522Z
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SUMMARY:San Diego Tech Coffee - Lestat's-Normal Heights
DESCRIPTION:The San Diego Tech Coffee is coming up on its 13th year of being the largest weekly gathering of entrepreneurs in San Diego. \nThere’s no pitching\, only networking\, sharing\, brainstorming\, mentoring\, etc. And we love it when people want to share what they are working on! \nThere is no agenda\, which means you can’t be late – come when you can\, leave when you need to. Very informal. \nNew to the San Diego startup community? Or just want to be better connected? Check out the Startup San Diego Startup Ecosystem Resources List – https://startupsd.org/resources/
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/san-diego-tech-coffee-lestats-normal-heights/2026-05-05/
LOCATION:Lestat’s\, 3343 Adams Ave\, San Diego\, CA\, 92116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurs,Networking,Startups & Founders
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260505T110000
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CREATED:20260316T063458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T073941Z
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SUMMARY:Open Source FPGA Projects Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:Zoom call hosted by Open Research Institute (ORI). IEEE members and guests are welcome. This is a technical roundtable of FPGA projects from the Open Source hardware community. Participants report what they’ve done over the past week\, what they have planned for the next week\, if they have any roadblocks\, and if they need any resources. The roundtable is sometimes followed by open office hours if anyone has additional questions or discussions.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/open-source-fpga-projects-roundtable/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Discussions,Roundtable,Virtual
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260505T114500
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CREATED:20260505T074810Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual | How AI Discovery Is Shaping Event Strategy: Stand Out at BIO and Beyond
DESCRIPTION:Making the most of your event investment requires more than just showing up—it demands a strategic approach to storytelling. As AI transforms how content is discovered\, attendee behavior is shifting\, along with how brands are seen and engaged with before\, during\, and after the show. \nJoin PR Newswire for a session designed for life sciences communicators looking to maximize visibility around events like BIO while staying ahead of the AI-driven discovery shift. We’ll connect foundational press release best practices with emerging trends to help you extend the reach and impact of your event communications. \nIn this webinar\, we’ll cover: \n\nKey trends shaping the trade show landscape and what AI-driven discovery means for your event content strategy\nPractical tips to make your news more visible and actionable\nHow to maintain momentum and visibility long after the show ends\n\nFrom pre-show planning to post-event amplification\, we’ll explore how to make every moment of your event strategy work harder for your brand.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/virtual-how-ai-discovery-is-shaping-event-strategy-stand-out-at-bio-and-beyond/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:AI,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260505T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260505T140000
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CREATED:20251007T064229Z
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SUMMARY:North County Health + Wellness Networking
DESCRIPTION:Our FREE monthly networking meetup is the perfect opportunity to: \n\nBuild strong professional relationships: Connect with other industry leaders and potential collaborators.\nExpand your client base: Discover new referral sources and strategic partnerships.\nGain valuable insights: Learn from the experiences of guest speakers and other successful practitioners.\nBoost your visibility: Increase your brand awareness within the local community.\n\nWho should attend: \n\nFunctional medicine doctors\nNaturopathic and homeopathic doctors\nPsychotherapists and counselors\nReiki / energy healers\nPersonal trainers\nNutritionists\nPhysical therapists\nYoga and fitness instructors\nMassage therapists\nAcupuncturists\nTarot / human design readers and astrologers\nChiropractors\nHealth\, wellness + spiritual coaches\n\n—\nEVENT DETAILS\nDate: First Tuesday of the Month \n\n12:00-12:30pm Meditation (optional) – led by Seaside Center for Spiritual Living\n12:30-1:00pm Wellness Marketing Insights + Discussion – led by Locally Well San Diego\n1:00-2:00pm Networking\n\nCost: Free\nLocation:\nSeaside Center for Spiritual Living\n1613 Lake Dr\, Encinitas\, CA \n** Please enter the doors on the north side of the parking lot for our event (Seaside Center Family Room). Parking is free. \nDon’t miss this incredible opportunity to grow your business and expand your network!\nRSVP to save your spot!
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/north-county-health-wellness-networking/2026-05-05/
LOCATION:Seaside Center for Spiritual Living\, 1613 Lake Dr\, Encinitas\, CA\, 92024\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260505T140000
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CREATED:20260505T080059Z
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SUMMARY:From Emojis to QR Codes: Japan’s Innovation Secrets
DESCRIPTION:What do emojis\, QR codes\, hybrid vehicles\, anime and video games have in common? They are all products of Japan’s unique approach to creativity and innovation. \nWhile Japan is often recognized for refining existing technologies\, it has also produced many groundbreaking ideas of its own that have gone on to redefine entire industries. What enables this kind of innovation — and can it be replicated elsewhere? \nIn this talk\, Hiroaki Niihara — who played a key role in the national government to develop Japan’s modern approaches to economics — shares insights from decades of experience in government and industry. Through examples of pioneering technologies produced in Japan will highlight how the country’s trends in organizational structure\, talent development and creative thinking drive innovation. But beyond stating what has worked in Japan\, Niihara will share what global audiences can learn from it. \nWith a career spanning over 40 years\, including leadership roles at the Ministry of International Trade and Industry\, Hiro Niihara played a leading role in formulating Japan’s growth and distribution policies—including “Abenomics” and “New Capitalism”—under the Abe and Kishida administrations. \nThis public lecture series is organized by the Peter F. Cowhey Center on Global Transformation at the UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy (GPS). For more information on center activities\, please visit ccgt.ucsd.edu. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact GPS Events Coordinator April Hickman.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/from-emojis-to-qr-codes-japans-innovation-secrets/
LOCATION:Malamud Conference Room\, 9899 International Ln\, La Jolla\, CA\, 92093\, United States
CATEGORIES:Innovation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260505T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260505T200000
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CREATED:20260505T080604Z
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SUMMARY:Cinco De Bio
DESCRIPTION:​Salsa your way into Cince de Bio at New English Brewing for a fun mixer featuring tacos\, open taps\, and conversations with 8 industry partners in one fun location. Taco ’bout a good time! Join AlidaBio\, Complete Genomics\, Eurofins Discovery\, Epigenome Technologies\, Latch Bio\, Novogene\, YamayBio\, Sampled\, Fujifilm Biosciences\, and EXREprotein for margaritas\, cold cervezas\, and Tacos to celebrate Cinco de Mayo and The San Diego Biotech community!
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/cinco-de-bio/
LOCATION:New English Brewing – San Diego Brewery\, 11545 Sorrento Valley Rd #305\, San Diego\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Biotech & Life Sciences,Community Building,Conversation
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260505T193000
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SUMMARY:CREATIVES WHO RIDE THE ALGORITHM WIN
DESCRIPTION:CREATIVES WHO RIDE THE ALGORITHM WIN.\nCreative AI Panel Event in San Diego. \nOn one side\, there are Creatives who treat AI like a threat to their craft\, their taste\, their job. \nAnd on the other\, we find Creatives who figured out how to ride it\, and are doing the best work of their careers. \nThe difference is not talent. It is knowing how. \nThis is a panel for San Diego creatives ready to cross that line. Agency leaders\, brand directors\, designers\, and AI practitioners. One room. One honest conversation about how to stop watching AI happen to you and start making it work for you. \nWhat you will leave with:\nHow real creative teams are using AI without losing their voice. What skills actually matter now\, and what you can stop stressing about. How to stay the creative lead in a room full of AI tools. Where the unfair advantage is for humans who know their craft. \nOn the panel: a Chief Creative Officer\, a Brand Marketing Director\, a Head of Design\, and an AI strategist. People who are not theorizing about this\, but living it every day.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/creatives-who-ride-the-algorithm-win/
LOCATION:Brain Corp HQ\, 10182 Telesis Ct\, San Diego\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:AI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260505T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260505T200000
DTSTAMP:20260525T173853
CREATED:20240604T071323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250914T190414Z
UID:10007635-1778004000-1778011200@sdtechscene.org
SUMMARY:San Diego's NFT\, Digital Art and Cocktails Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Join Botanica’s NFT Meetup Group for an evening of digital art and cocktails. Discover the fascinating world of NFTs and how they are revolutionizing the arts and entertainment industry. Connect with fellow enthusiasts\, artists\, and collectors as we explore new frontiers in creativity and technology\, while enjoying cocktails and bites. \nDuring this event\, we will have a showcase of stunning digital artwork created by talented artists in the NFT space as well as a meet & greet with a local NFT expert. Let’s engage in lively discussions about the impact of NFTs on the art world and exchange ideas on how to navigate this emerging market & the opportunities around it. \nAs you mingle with like-minded individuals\, enjoy a variety of specially crafted cocktails inspired by the wonders of digital art. Our mixologists have carefully curated a menu that embodies the spirit and vibrancy of this exciting movement. \nWhether you are an artist\, collector\, or simply curious about NFTs\, this meetup is the perfect opportunity to delve into the world of digital art and meet other local folks that care about the same things!
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/san-diegos-nft-digital-art-and-cocktails-meetup/2026-05-05/
LOCATION:Botanica Art & Cocktail Bar\, 3139 University Ave\, San Diego\, CA\, 92104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Digital Art,Networking,Specialty Tech
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260505T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260505T200000
DTSTAMP:20260525T173853
CREATED:20260203T094138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T094138Z
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SUMMARY:North County Coders In Person
DESCRIPTION:A very informal meetup to socialize with fellow coders. You can bring your laptop and share stuff or ask questions. We are meeting at Belching Beaver Brewery Oceanside for the foreseeable future. \n** Agenda\n6:00P – Arrive\n6:15P – Start round table introductions (What is your name\, your background\, what do you want to take away?)\n7:00P – Free form conversations: ask questions\, break into groups\, socialize\, exchange numbers
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/north-county-coders-in-person-2/2026-05-05/
LOCATION:Belching Beaver Brewery Oceanside\, 1334 Rocky Point Dr\, San Diego\, CA\, 92056\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coding,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260505T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260505T203000
DTSTAMP:20260525T173853
CREATED:20260505T082657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T082657Z
UID:10018379-1778004000-1778013000@sdtechscene.org
SUMMARY:San Diego AI Showcase #4 (North County) May 2026
DESCRIPTION:Note: we are charging $10 just to help with food and drinks\, we already have an awesome space. If you don’t feel like paying\, please choose the INVITEE ticket (free). Thanks! \nSan Diego AI Showcase (North County)\nA Homebrew-style night for AI experiments and demos. Safe space. No recordings! Just sharing and learning. \n​This is a monthly\, in-person gathering for San Diego founders who are actively building with AI\, and who are willing to show their work before it’s perfect. \n​Inspired by the original Homebrew Computer Club\, where builders like Steve Wozniak casually shared what they were experimenting with\, this is a space for real demos\, early prototypes\, bold ideas\, and honest lessons. No polished pitch decks. No sales. No pressure. \n​This is about learning in public\, helping each other think sharper\, and accelerating progress through thoughtful feedback. \n​The San Diego AI Showcase is designed to grow a tight\, curious\, builder-driven founder community in the region. \nWhat you’ll see \n• ​Early AI products\, tools\, agents\, workflows\, and experiments \n• ​Things that are half-working\, just launched\, or still a little rough \n​• Lessons from what didn’t work (often the most valuable part) \n​• Live demos\, screen shares\, short walkthroughs \n​Format \n• ​5–10 founders present for ~10 minutes each \n​• 3-minute Q&A and group discussion after every presentation \n​• Hang out\, meet other builders\, and keep the conversation going \n​Who this is for \n​• Founders actively building with AI (pre-seed to growth) \n​• Engineers\, designers\, and product leaders experimenting hands-on \n​• People who value curiosity\, humility\, and substance over hype \n​What this is not \n• ​Not a pitch night \n​• Not an investor demo day \n​• Not a sales event \n​Just builders helping builders.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/san-diego-ai-showcase-4-north-county-may-2026/
LOCATION:LVLUP USA Academy & Training Facility\, 1410 Vantage Ct\, Vista\, CA\, 92081\, United States
CATEGORIES:AI,Demo
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260505T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260505T203000
DTSTAMP:20260525T173853
CREATED:20260505T084055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T084055Z
UID:10018381-1778005800-1778013000@sdtechscene.org
SUMMARY:The Role of RF-to-THz Technologies for Communication and Sensing Advancements: Challenges\, Opportunities and Technology Directions
DESCRIPTION:Future of communication and sensing network is being transformed with the advancement in next generations of wireless with Beyond-5G\, beyond-WiFi-8\, ICAS\, NTN\, VR/XR/Metaverse\, Digital-Twin and other emerging applications. Higher quality of experiences for connected future with ubiquitous lowest latency and superhigh data rate connectivity services will require innovative wireless technologies and communication hardware combined with AI/ML. Mobile platform integrated RF systems with antenna front ends are common factor for most of the wireless applications. Emerging usage scenarios will need intelligent mobile platforms with ultra-small form-factor\, requiring co-design and heterogeneous integration of dis-similar semiconductor device\, circuit and antenna technologies\, in order to satisfy the desired application-specific performance criteria for the evolving use cases. \nThis presentation will present the emerging technology trends and will focus on the antenna-integrated RF to mm-wave/THz array integrated frontend opportunities and challenges demanding new technology\, design\, development and integration. Example architectures to enable multifunction microsystem platform will be discussed.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/the-role-of-rf-to-thz-technologies-for-communication-and-sensing-advancements-challenges-opportunities-and-technology-directions/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Communication System,Engineering & Developers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260506T074500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260506T084500
DTSTAMP:20260525T173853
CREATED:20260116T045557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T045959Z
UID:10015570-1778053500-1778057100@sdtechscene.org
SUMMARY:VibeCraft Power Hour
DESCRIPTION:VibeCraft is a recurring\, collaborative working session where ideas turn into experiments and experiments turn into real builds. Each session is shaped by the group. We review what is emerging\, explore new directions\, and decide together what is worth building next. \nThis is not a presentation or a passive meetup. It is an active\, hands-on environment where members contribute ideas\, react to each other’s work\, and influence the direction of future sessions. Expect open discussion\, live demos\, shared whiteboards\, and practical exploration. \nSessions may include live walkthroughs of tools\, automations\, and AI agents\, discussions around product and company design\, rapid demos from members\, and breakdowns of different approaches to building with modern AI systems. Topics evolve over time\, but the focus remains the same: learning by doing\, building in public\, and exploring a high-tech\, high-touch future grounded in curiosity\, collaboration\, and thoughtful design. \nCome ready to participate\, share what you are building\, and help shape what we explore next as a VibeCraft community.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/vibecraft-power-hour/2026-05-06/
LOCATION:Ansir Innovation Center\, 7670 Opportunity Rd #255\, San Diego\, CA\, 92111\, United States
CATEGORIES:AI,Collaboration,Demo,Discussions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260506T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260506T100000
DTSTAMP:20260525T173853
CREATED:20250718T060418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T060440Z
UID:10011411-1778058000-1778061600@sdtechscene.org
SUMMARY:1 Million Cups
DESCRIPTION:1 Million Cups is a weekly event for entrepreneurs\, by entrepreneurs — built on the belief that conversations over coffee can accelerate innovation. Each week\, two founders take the stage to pitch their business for six minutes\, followed by 20 minutes of honest\, constructive feedback from a room full of fellow entrepreneurs\, business professionals\, students\, and curious minds.\nThis isn’t a pitch competition — it’s a collaborative environment where ideas are refined\, challenges are unpacked\, and next steps become clearer. Attendees are encouraged to ask thoughtful questions\, offer insights\, and share resources that help presenters grow. \nWhether you’re launching your first startup\, scaling your next venture\, or just looking to get plugged into your local entrepreneurial ecosystem\, 1 Million Cups is where you’ll find the energy\, perspective\, and community you need to move forward. \nCome for the coffee. Stay for the conversation. Leave with a better business.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/1-million-cups-3/2026-05-06/
LOCATION:Ansir Innovation Center\, 7670 Opportunity Rd #255\, San Diego\, CA\, 92111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accelerator,Business & Professionals,Collaboration,Entrepreneurs,Innovation,Innovators,Professionals,Startups & Founders
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260506T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260506T110000
DTSTAMP:20260525T173853
CREATED:20231222T032031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T044912Z
UID:10006556-1778058000-1778065200@sdtechscene.org
SUMMARY:San Diego Tech Coffee Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Del Mar Highlands Sky Deck \nThe San Diego Tech Coffee is in its 14th year of being the largest weekly gathering of entrepreneurs and tech people in San Diego. \nStop by for networking\, sharing\, brainstorming\, mentoring\, etc. And we love it when people want to share what they are working on! \nThere is no agenda\, which means you can’t be late – come when you can\, leave when you need to. Very informal. \nNew to the San Diego startup community? Or just want to be better connected? Check out the Startup San Diego “Startup Ecosystem Resource List” at https://startupsd.org/resources/.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/san-diego-tech-coffee-meetup/2026-05-06/
LOCATION:Parfait Paris\, 12841 El Camino Real suite 208\, San Diego\, CA\, 92130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurs,Networking,Specialty Tech
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260506T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260506T110000
DTSTAMP:20260525T173853
CREATED:20260506T073650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T073650Z
UID:10018385-1778061600-1778065200@sdtechscene.org
SUMMARY:May 6 - Building Composable Computer Vision Workflows in FiftyOne
DESCRIPTION:This workshop explores the FiftyOne plugin framework to build custom computer vision applications. You’ll learn to extend the open source FiftyOne App with Python based panels and server side operators\, as well as integrate external tools for labeling\, vector search\, and model inference into your dataset views. \nDate\, Time and Location \nMay 6\, 2026\n10 AM – 11 AM PST\nOnline. Register for the Zoom! \nWhat You’ll Learn \n\nBuild Python plugins. Define plugin manifests and directory structures to register custom functionality within the FiftyOne ecosystem.\nDevelop server side operators. Write functions to execute model inference\, data cleaning\, or metadata updates from the App interface.\nBuild interactive panels. Create custom UI dashboards using to visualize model metrics or specialized dataset distributions.\nManage operator execution contexts. Pass data between the App front end and your backend to build dynamic user workflows.\nImplement delegated execution. Configure background workers to handle long running data processing tasks without blocking the user interface.\nBuild labeling integrations. Streamline the flow of data between FiftyOne and annotation platforms through custom triggers and ingestion scripts.\nExtend vector database support. Program custom connectors for external vector stores to enable semantic search across large sample datasets.\nPackage and share plugins. Distribute your extensions internally and externally
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/may-6-building-composable-computer-vision-workflows-in-fiftyone/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260506T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260506T120000
DTSTAMP:20260525T173853
CREATED:20260506T071505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T071505Z
UID:10018383-1778061600-1778068800@sdtechscene.org
SUMMARY:The vCon Foundation San Diego Roadshow
DESCRIPTION:Our mission is simple: empower individuals and organizations to unlock the immense potential of vCon technologies. \n\n\n\n\nJeff Pulver is hosting this meeting at the Crexendo Office in San Diego\, CA.\nAbout this event\nOn May 6th in San Diego\, we’re bringing together a group of people thinking seriously about how AI is changing communication. \nThis event will be hosted by Jeff Pulver. \nOne idea has started to stand out. \nA vCon\, or virtualized conversation\, is a structured\, portable record of a conversation. Not just a transcript or a recording\, but something systems can actually use. \nThat matters more than most people realize. \nSince the launch of ChatGPT in 2022\, how we ask questions\, how we get answers\, and how business operates has already shifted. But the way we handle conversations themselves has not kept up. \nMost conversations still disappear. \nOr get reduced to notes\, summaries\, or memory. \nThis session is about what happens when that changes. \nWho should attend\nThis is for people who are: \n\nBuilding AI or communication products\nRunning customer-facing organizations\nThinking about compliance\, data\, and trust\nCurious about where this is heading next\n\nYou don’t need to be an expert in vCon. \nYou do need to care about how communication is evolving. \nWhat to expect\nThis will be a working session. \nYou’ll meet people who are: \n\nBuilding with vCon\nExploring how to apply it\nTrying to understand what it means for their business\n\nThe goal is simple: \nTo leave with a clearer understanding of what’s changing—and what to do about it.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/the-vcon-foundation-san-diego-roadshow/
LOCATION:Crexendo Office\, 8910 University Center Lane\, San Diego\, CA\, 92122\, United States
CATEGORIES:AI,Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260506T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260506T111500
DTSTAMP:20260525T173853
CREATED:20260415T080013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T080131Z
UID:10017942-1778062500-1778066100@sdtechscene.org
SUMMARY:Startup Quarters Curated Conversations
DESCRIPTION:Startup Quarters is a weekly gathering held every Wednesday\, discussing in breakout groups\, Curated Conversations where founders and builders share ideas and work through challenges in real time. Designed to create momentum through consistent connection\, it brings together multiple startup-focused interactions in one place\, fostering ongoing mentorship\, collaboration\, and meaningful conversations that build week over week.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/startup-quarters-curated-conversations/2026-05-06/
LOCATION:Ansir Innovation Center\, 7670 Opportunity Rd #255\, San Diego\, CA\, 92111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Building
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260506T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260506T120000
DTSTAMP:20260525T173853
CREATED:20260506T071742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T071742Z
UID:10018384-1778065200-1778068800@sdtechscene.org
SUMMARY:TILOS-HDSI Seminar: Machine learning for discrete optimization: Theoretical foundations
DESCRIPTION:Abstract: Many of the most important optimization problems in practice are massive in scale\, mathematically complex\, and involve numerous unknown parameters. Machine learning offers a powerful way to address these challenges by uncovering hidden structure across problem instances\, but integrating predictions into algorithms raises fundamental questions: which architectures align with combinatorial structure\, and how can we ensure robustness to error? This talk presents two case studies. First\, we show how graph neural networks can approximate the optimal dynamic program for online matching\, yielding algorithms that generalize across graph sizes and achieve strong empirical performance. Second\, we investigate calibration as a principled interface between machine learning and decision-making\, demonstrating through rent-or-buy and job scheduling problems that calibrated predictions yield both theoretical guarantees and practical improvements. This is joint work with Alexandre Hayderi\, Amin Saberi\, Anders Wikum\, and Judy Hanwen Shen.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/tilos-hdsi-seminar-machine-learning-for-discrete-optimization-theoretical-foundations/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260506T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260506T163000
DTSTAMP:20260525T173853
CREATED:20260311T083806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T083806Z
UID:10016465-1778074200-1778085000@sdtechscene.org
SUMMARY:Let's Cowork in PB!
DESCRIPTION:Tired of working from your actual home\, and want a change of scenery? New to San Diego and want to meet new people? Come join us at our weekly coworking session. \nIt’s a pretty casual affair with new people every week\, some regulars\, and some just passing through. We take over a few tables at Second Nature in Pacific Beach and do a bit of work and a bit of getting to know each other. Come and go as you please\, but do remember to bring your laptop (charged as plugs are few). \nIt’s free to join\, but ideally grab some coffee or lunch & tip the servers. \nA note about RSVPs: \nThis group aims to help people meet in a small group. The max amount of people for this event is 12 people. We close the RSVP list on Mondays if there is a waitlist\, and if you can’t make it we do kindly ask that you change your status as soon as you know to give someone else a chance to attend. Those on the waitlist will receive a note on the day of the meetup letting them know if there is space or not. \nIf you sign up\, but do not attend\, you will be marked as a No Show. People with 5 No Shows will be removed from the group.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/lets-cowork-in-pb-2-2/2026-05-06/
LOCATION:Second Nature\, 5040 Cass St\, San Diego\, CA\, 92109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coworking,Networking
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