“AI Infra and Robotics” VC Insights• Founder Pitches
🚀 Event Overview
We invite you to an evening of curated connection at the intersection of science and venture. Explore the frontier of modern technology through brilliant pitches and candid fundraising insights alongside the industry’s leading minds.
🌟 What to Expect
Venture & Vision: Expert keynotes on investment trends and the latest scientific milestones.
Startup Showcases: Curated pitches featuring the next wave of advanced technology.
Live Feedback Loop: Direct insights from the judging panel and the announcement of winners.
Networking & Dinner: Meaningful dialogue and collaboration between the ecosystem's key players.
🕒 Event Agenda
5:30 – 6:00 PM
Check-in, Dinner and Networking
6:00 – 6:05 PM
WeShine Welcome & Opening Remarks
6:05 – 6:30 PM Keynote Speakers
Ryan Wang, General Partner @ Solaris Venture Partners
Topic: Global mindset in venture
Ryan Wang is General Partner at Solaris Venture Partners and Co-founder of Outpost Capital, a cross-border early-stage fund focused on frontier technologies across the U.S. and Asia. He invests in AI, robotics, and emerging technologies, and is known for bridging global innovation ecosystems. His background includes investment banking at Citigroup and leadership roles in blockchain and AI ventures.
Sebastian Spitzer, Venture Partner @ Omni Ventures
VC & Startup AdvisorTopic:
Sebastian Spitzer is a Venture Partner at Omni Ventures and leads Partnerships at BforeAI. He is an operator-turned-investor who has worked with startups across Europe and the U.S., spanning AI, blockchain, and corporate venture. He has founded and exited startups and supported companies to $100M+ valuations.
6:30 – 7:00 PM Panel Discussion:
Ryan Wang, General Partner @ Solaris Venture Partners
Sebastian Spitzer, Venture Partner @ Omni Ventures
Roger Rappopart, Partner @Snell & Wilmer
7:00 – 7:30 PM Pitch Session
3-5 Startup Pitches
7:30 – 8:30 PM
Social Networking
💡 Startups – Apply to Pitch!
Want to get on stage and pitch in front of real investors and an engaged audience?
📥 Submit your pitch deck by May 8th
📢 Final selections announced on May 10th
👉 Apply Here: https://forms.gle/BCPxC7oXKQ2Pfxrs7
🎫WeShine Advisor/Judge Pass:
Investors, CEOs, Scientists, Journalists & large community partners are welcome to join WeShine Advisor Group to support early-stage founders. Benefits include:
✔️ Early access to top-tier pitch decks
✔️ Invited as the Guest Speakers or to private events
✔️ Complimentary pass to WeShine events, and receive community Impact Award from WeShine
👉 Interested? Please let us know. https://forms.gle/X5WdMbLphs1NgvHNA
🌟 Organizers
WeShine Entrepreneurship Organization
Bay Area–based nonprofit bringing together top entrepreneurs, investors, scientists, and business leaders. We facilitate investment opportunities, help businesses expand globally, and provide expert coaching. With 100+ pitch events & founder meetups hosted, our community truly lives by “We Shine Together.” WeShine Linkedin
Langrenus Fund: The Langrenus Fund was established by professionals with backgrounds at Google, Uber, and OKX, targeting investments in early-stage projects, incubation, and value-added services. With a focus on Web3 and AI, the team boasts global coverage and a track record of over 20 showcases, supporting founders from inception to launch and beyond. Connect with Langrenus.
🌟Cohosts
Snell & Wilmer (Law Firm)
langrenusfund (focus on Web3 and AI)