"Quantum Computing Development" + Investor Keynote + Startup 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
Ken Morris, Managing Partner & CEO @Chodify
6:05 – 6:30 PM Keynote Speakers
Joe Jasin, Managing Partner @ DNA Partners.
Topic: "Reading between the lines to understand VC's mind"
Joe is the managing partner at DNA Partners. Sector of the interest : Infrastructure software - digital media value-chain network (end to end). Markets: USA - staple | China - sunset | Philippines - sunrise. He is also the CEO of Synthetic Communications Inc
Shuxiang Cao, Sr AI Research Scientist @ Nvidia
Topic: “Quantum Computing Development and BTC”
Shuxiang is currently an Sr AI scientist at Nvidia. He holds PHD in Physics and Quantum Computing @ Univ of Oxford. As an ex-cofounder / Lead AI Research Scientist @ Rahko, he will also share his entrepreneurship experience. He will share his personal views instead of acting as the official stance of any organization.
6:30 – 7:00 PM Panel Discussion:
Joe Jasin, Managing Partner @ DNA Partners.
Shuxiang Cao, Sr AI Research Scientist @ Nvidia
Prashant Upase, Product Lead @ Scale AI
Alan Zong, Partner @UpScalesX, incubation
Roger Rappopart, Partner @Snell & Wilmer
7:00 – 7:30 PM Pitch Session
4-8 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 April 10th
📢 Final selections announced on April 12th
👉 Apply Here: https://forms.gle/CJvsRqo2j1mMmcLd8
🎫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)
Tanka.ai
langrenusfund (focus on Web3 and AI)