Synthesis Virtual Coffee with Michael Marks: Where Science, Technology & Ventures Meet

​Synthesis Coffee Presentation Sessions Where Science, Technology, and Venture Meet

​Join Michael Marks, Founding Managing Partner of Celesta Capital, for a 60-minute virtual coffee presentation and conversation exploring the intersection of science, technology, and venture. Bring your coffee and your questions.

​Thursday, November 5, 2026 10:00–11:00 AM Pacific Standard Time / 7:00–8:00 PM CET Free and open to the community.

​About Michael Marks Michael Marks has more than 40 years of experience building and transforming technology companies. He spent 13 years as CEO and then chairman of Flextronics, helping grow revenue from $150 million to more than $25 billion. He also served as interim CEO of Tesla, was a founding partner of Riverwood Capital, and held partner and senior advisor roles at KKR. He taught as an adjunct professor at Stanford Graduate School of Business from 2008 to 2017. His investment interests include AI, robotics, semiconductors, and life sciences.

​About Synthesis Synthesis is a professional and social community connecting executives, entrepreneurs, researchers, investors, and innovators in Silicon Valley and around the world. It brings people together to share ideas, understand emerging technology, continue learning, and discover opportunities for collaboration and venture creation. Its activities include guest coffee presentations, AI discussions, cross-world ventures, and small-group dinners. Participation in the community is free.

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