Founders & Funders Mixer @Private Lux-Airplane Hanger: AI Edition. Tickets $35
Welcome to Founders & Funders Mixer: AI Edition, an immersive, high-impact experience where deal flow, collaboration, and culture collide under the wings of real aircraft. This isn’t a typical networking mixer, it’s a runway for relationships, capital, and next-generation ideas.
Step into an industrial-lux hangar setting layered with futurist lighting, curated music, and an atmosphere designed for real conversations and real opportunity. Sip premium cocktails, enjoy curated lite bites, and connect with the people actually building what’s next.
Tickets are $35 available on Eventbrite. Link below
6:00PM -7:30 PM networking
7:30 PM - 8:00 PM: guest speakers
8:00pm -10:30PM networking
Guest Speakers
- Leena Mendoza, Leadership Specialist: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leenamendoza/
- Swapnil, PitchIQ: https://www.pitchiq.io/
- Brian Sparkes, Stack Ventures: https://www.stakventures.com/
- Jake Schwartz, Human Interest: https://humaninterest.com/
- Ian Harrison, Sneakar Shoes: https://www.sneakar.io/
- David Greenfield, JUUCE Portable Chargers: https://www.juuce.me/
Live Podcast during the event.
- Shawn Flynn, SVH Capital: https://svhcapital.com/
Event Details
- Parking: Plenty of parking will be available at the airport.
- Refreshments: Free oven-baked pizza (limited supply and they are delicious), drinks, and cigars will be provided.
- Food Trucks: Taco, shawarma, and dessert food trucks will be onsite for an additional fee.
- Simulated racing car will be available to all for a real life driving experience.
- PitchIQ will be available to founders to evaluate your pitch for $200.
- Wearable eyeglasses will be available through:
Even Realities. https://www.evenrealities.com/
Flow Immersive https://flowimmersive.com/
Drinks
Continental Bar & Lounge https://thecontinentalbar.com/
Old Hillside Bourbon https://www.oldhillsidebourboncompany.com/
- After hours gathering at Continental Bar downtown San Jose.
What to Expect:
• A private aircraft hangar transformed into a tech-forward social lounge
• Curated guest list of founders, investors, operators, and AI innovators
• Premium open bar + elevated lite bites
• Private 30-minute introductory flight from a CFI with breathtaking aerial views of San Jose & Silicon Valley (Available as an add-on during checkout)
• Live music trio to set the tone, followed by an elevated DJ set to close the night
• High-level, intentional networking with real decision-makers in the room
• Signature Stratus Collabs & Memberly energy, polished, elevated, and unforgettable
Dress Code: Elevated tech-lux. Think sharp blazers, clean fits, statement sneakers, sleek dresses, and aviation-inspired details.
Pro Tip: Arrive early to secure premium networking moments before the room fully heats up.
Whether you’re raising capital, looking for your next investment, building partnerships, or expanding your West Coast network, this night is built to fly you into rooms and relationships that matter.
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No refunds. Advance tickets guarantee admission.
21+ to attend.
Sponsors for the event:
Foundercast
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[email protected] www.foundercast.co
In Partnership With:
Leena Mendoza, MS, ACC
President, NAWBO Silicon Valley
Founder, Intentional Leadership
Business Development & Brand Strategy Advisor, Imperial Printing
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leenamendoza/
Partnering with CEOs to build strategic frameworks, streamline operations, and unlock sustainable, high-impact growth.
Anh Nguyen
First Tax Service
Luxury Cars of Los Gatos
Lotus
Lamborghini
Eric Argent | VR Garage LLCNorthern California, USA
Will be showcasing a real simulated car booth for a simulated racing experience.
+1-925-488-8060
Rivian
Will be offering test rides during the event.
Tesla
Will be offering test rides during the event.
Shawn Flynn of SVH Capital
Will be hosting a live podcast during the event
Old Hillside Bourbon
Continental Bar
Fluence
Veets.IO
JUUCE
Silicon Valley Customs
Toarmino Imports
Emboyz
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