SF Tech Connect 2026 – Startup & Professional Networking Mixer

Meet cool startups and pros, swap ideas, and grow your network at the ultimate SF tech mixer!
About this Event

SF Tech Connect 2026 – Startup & Professional Networking Mixer

Join us at Toy Soldier on September 2, 2026 at 6:00 PM (Pacific Time) for the SF Tech Connect 2026 – Startup & Professional Networking Mixer. This in-person event offers a valuable opportunity to connect with fellow entrepreneurs, professionals, and innovators in the tech community.
SF Tech Connect 2026 brings together founders, entrepreneurs, engineers, product professionals, marketers, investors, job seekers and other people working across the Bay Area tech ecosystem.

Whether you're looking for your next client, exploring a career move, building a startup or simply hoping to meet more people in tech, this is an easygoing environment to start new conversations.

No presentations.

No long panels.

No awkward networking exercises.

Just three hours of conversations, drinks and new connections.

Come to:

• Meet founders and startup professionals
• Connect with people working across the Bay Area tech ecosystem
• Discover potential clients and collaborators
• Meet people exploring new projects and opportunities
• Expand your professional network
• Make new friends in tech
  

Who You'll Meet

This event is designed for:

• Startup Founders & Co-Founders
• Software Engineers & Developers
• Product Managers
• Designers & Creatives
• AI & Technology Professionals
• Marketing & Growth Professionals
• Consultants & Freelancers
• Investors & Startup Advisors
• Job Seekers & Career Changers
• Entrepreneurs & Small Business Owners
  

You don't need to own a startup or work for a major technology company to attend.

If you're interested in technology, startups or entrepreneurship, you're welcome.

Coming alone? That's completely normal. Many attendees arrive solo.

Event Experience

Expect a relaxed after-work atmosphere rather than a traditional business conference.

Grab a drink, introduce yourself and meet people naturally throughout the evening.

Our event host will be available to welcome attendees and help make introductions, especially for anyone attending alone.

Please support our venue by purchasing a drink or food during the evening. Non-alcoholic options will be available.

Agenda

🕑: 06:00 PM
Doors Open & Check-In

Info: Pick up your name badge, grab a drink and start meeting other attendees.

🕑: 06:15 PM
Welcome

Info: A quick introduction from the host and a few tips for making the most of the evening.

🕑: 06:25 PM
Tech & Startup Networking

Info: Meet founders, professionals, entrepreneurs and other members of the Bay Area tech community.

🕑: 07:30 PM
Community Introductions

Info: A short optional introduction round for attendees looking for a co-founder, talent, clients, opportunities or collaborators.

🕑: 07:45 PM
Open Networking

Info: Continue conversations, exchange contacts and make new connections.