

FounderX Silicon Valley 2026: VIP Gathering of the World's Largest Startup Network
Three days in Silicon Valley. A night of curated introductions, a day of closed-door AI workshops and investor meetings, and a finale at STEP San Francisco with 50+ speakers across four stages.
Not a conference. Not a summit. A working session for the people building the agentic era.
FounderX (FounderX.com) is the exclusive VIP gathering of founders, mentors, investors, LPs, and accelerator leaders from the world's largest startup network.
This highly-curated, intimate 'un-conference' includes:
✅ Practical AI Workshops: Structured, hands-on workshops from the people building and funding the future of startups with AI.
🎉 Curated Networking Events: A welcoming party with party games, a brew hall, and a view of the San Francisco skyline. A private breakfast, lunch, and happy hour. An afterparty at at hip bar in Oakland. And that's just days 1 and 2.
🤝 AI-Assisted Matchmaking: We've partnered with Boardy, an AI Superconnector to help you meet the right people at FounderX and beyond. Plus, every attendee gets 12 months of Boardy Pro for free!
🌎 Access to STEP San Francisco: Day 3 of FounderX converges on STEP San Francisco, where you'll get special access and our own dedicated space at the premier international Silicon Valley conference. 50+ speakers, four stages, and thousands of attendees.
Previous speakers for FounderX events include Steve Jurvetson (DFJ), Esther Dyson (Angel & Philanthropist), Jason Calacanis (Author, angel, and "All-In" host), Allison Ellsworth (Co-Founder of Poppi), Evan Goldberg (Co-Founder of Netsuite), and many more.
See all the latest event details at http://FounderX.com (details will not be updated on this page.
* If you are a Local Leader, Mentor, or Alumni of the FI Network, check your email or login to your dashboard to find a special access code.
PLEASE NOTE: TICKETS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE