Founders Live joins forces with Connect for Idea Week 2026!
(See the Full Schedule of events for Idea Week 2026)
San Diego founders, builders, operators, and investors – Join us for an incredible evening…
Founders Live is an unforgettable networking experience and pitch competition sweeping the globe.
5 founders
99-second pitches
4 minutes of audience Q&A
YOUR VOTES decide the winner!
So bring your friends and coworkers and get to know your local entrepreneurs and vote for what you think will be the next big thing… built in SoCal.
These events sell out so get your tickets early!
Know someone who should attend? Open The Door
Starring
Rob Gaudio (Gaudio Growth Partners) as the City Leader
Co-Hosts:
Brittney Jenkins – Buzz Marketing
Jeff Severson – Primary Funding
Matt Streeter – West Pac Wealth Partners
Competing Founders and Startups
TBA
Interested in pitching at this or a future event? Apply here!
Know someone who should pitch? Open The Door
Agenda
6:00 PM – Networking
7:00 PM – Announcements, Sponsors, and Pitch Competition
8:00 PM – Networking and After Party
Important Notes:
Parking: plenty of open self-parking in parking lot (free)
Dress Code: business casual attire
Sponsored Food & Beverage: enjoy happy hour courtesy of our sponsors
Get Tickets:
https://luma.com/founderslive-san-diego-2026-10
