Tech Weekend by Founders Village | January 2024 | San Francisco
Schedule
Thu, 23 Jan, 2025 at 09:00 am to Sat, 25 Jan, 2025 at 08:00 pm
UTC-08:00Location
San Francisco | San Francisco, CA
About this Event
What is Tech Weekend?
- A 3-day gathering of 100 Tech Founders and 40 VCs.
- Founders passionate about building solid tech companies and investors who are ready to invest in emerging tech.
- Attendees: 90% technical Founders, 10% non technical founders, scientists, engineers, and CEOs.
- Diversity: Founders from 15 US cities and 5 countries abroad. Aged 25-55
What is Founders Village
- A close-knit community of founders based in San Francisco, Bay Area.
- Built to exclusively support founders through a "give-first" culture.
- Over 3 years, we've created a vibrant community where founders regularly attend and actively contribute.
What to Expect at Tech Weekend?
- Networking: Connect with 100 technical founders from across the globe.
- Workshops: Learn about fundraising, scaling startups, and building robust tech.
- Fundraising Opportunities: Meet investors and pitch your idea during the event.
- Slack & WhatsApp Groups: Connect with attendees beforehand to foster relationships and continue networking long after the event.
Why Attend?
Tech Weekend is a curated community of like-minded entrepreneurs, providing opportunities to learn, grow, and support each other on your entrepreneurial journey. Beyond workshops and networking, you'll form lasting relationships through shared meals, collaborative activities, and even shared accommodations.
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VC Mixer: A Highlight of Tech Weekend
This exclusive 4-hour event brings together 75 technical founders and 25 actively investing VCs specializing in fields like AI, SaaS, Enterprise, Fintech, Healthtech, Climate Tech, Clean Tech, EdTech, and more.
How It Works:
- Identify VCs by their red badges, featuring their fund name and industry focus.
- Navigate easily through industry-specific sections, designed to maximize targeted networking.
What to Expect:
- Connect directly with up to 5-6 VCs investing in your field and others open to general opportunities.
- Gain access to investors offering follow-ups and even solid deal commitments on the spot.
- If you’re unsure who to approach, let us know, and we’ll match you with a VC aligned with your startup.
Pro Tip:
VCs arrive throughout the event, so stay until the end to maximize your connections. Prepare to pitch, network, and make the most of this unparalleled opportunity!
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If you have any questions, let me know—or check out the details here: TWDEC.eventbrite.com.
Exhibit at Tech Weekend – Let Your Company Shine!
Showcase your brand and boost your visibility within the tech community.
Benefits:
- Visibility & Engagement: Budget-friendly exhibitor tables designed for startups.
- Team Access: Includes 3 team passes for networking opportunities.
- Marketing Support: Social media shoutouts and access to our WhatsApp group.
- Setup: Furnished tables with electrical outlets and LED screens.
Post-Event Benefits:
- Continue connections made at the event for potential partnerships and investments.
How to Register:
Purchase an Exhibitor Table Pass in the tickets sections. For questions, contact us at [email protected].
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Present at the Pitch Competition
Format: 5-minute pitches followed by Q&A.
Winner Benefits:
- 10 investor introductions.
- 3 office hours with post-seed and Series A founders.
- Complimentary pass for the next Tech Weekend.
Deadline to Apply: 10 PM PST, Dec January 15, 2025.
Apply Here: Pitch Competition Application.
Judges: 5 VCs
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Amenities at the Venue
- Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible with inclusive restrooms (gender-neutral and gender-specific).
- Comfort: Coffee, tea, water, hot chocolate, breakfast, lunch, and snacks available at all times.
- Extras: Kitchen access and a Prayer & Wellness Room.
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Getting Here
Venue: Zo House, 300 4th St, San Francisco, CA 94107.
Nearby Transportation:
- BikeShare: Howard and 4th Street – 0.2 miles.
- Public Transit: Muni lines (6, 7, 9, 9R) at Folsom and 4th Street – 2 minutes.
- Caltrain: 4th and King Street – 10-minute walk.
- Bay Ferry: 0.7 miles.
- Highway Access: I-80/Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway – 8-minute drive.
- BART: Powell Street Station – 6 minutes via Muni.
Parking Options:
- Moscone Center Garage (255 3rd St) – 3-minute walk.
- Limited street parking (metered and non-metered).
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All-Inclusive Hospitality
- Breakfast Mixer: Light breakfast, coffee, and casual networking to start your day.
- Lunch & snacks: Pizza and Mediterrenean food.
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Connect Early
Join our WhatsApp & Slack groups to connect with attendees before the event. Build relationships, find co-founders, investors, or partners, and stay updated with real-time insights.
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Refund & Credit Policy
- Full refund available up to 10 days before the event via Eventbrite.
- Post-refund window: Credits will be issued for the next event. The ticket is also transferrable to another attendee.
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Curious About Tech Weekend?
Check out our Instagram for a glimpse into past events!
For inquiries, contact us at [email protected].
Where is it happening?
San Francisco, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 55.20 to USD 1068.91