The AI Foundry Series- San Ramon Chapter
The AI Foundry is a community-driven initiative bringing together startups, investors, government leaders, and academic institutions to collaborate on responsible AI innovation.
We are excited to host this event in our new venue in Bishop Ranch, the BR Foundry.
The AI Pitch Night
We're excited to host the AI Foundry Startup Pitch Day a unique opportunity for East Bay AI startup founders to showcase their work, gain visibility, and get real-time feedback from local investors and tech leaders.
Pitch application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfgRW2eqSIMbwBa60KUICrAM1oBVvTvpZ8ctsZCa7DafCVR3g/viewform
This is not a competition, but a curated showcase designed to highlight real-world AI innovation. Selected startups will have a chance to present their company, connect with other founders, and engage directly with local VCs and ecosystem partners.
Who Should Apply?
Startups that meet the following criteria:
🌐 Based in the East Bay Area
🤖 Actively using AI to solve a meaningful problem
🚀 Are post-product and actively selling or onboarding users
GUEST SPEAKER: Gunderson Dettmer Law Firm
Paul Sullivan and Vijeta Kanabar are start up attorneys at Gunderson Dettmer, the #1 rated law firm for ECVC by Pitchbook for 10 years in a row, where they advise startups and emerging companies through all stages of growth, from formation to venture financing and beyond. Their practice focuses on startup law and venture capital, helping founders navigate the legal and strategic challenges of building innovative businesses.
Agenda:
6:00 PM - Check-In
🔹 6:20 PM – Welcome & Updates by The AI Foundry team
🔹6:30 PM- Speaker: Vijeta Kanabar, Paul Sullivan from Gunderson Dettmer Law
🔹6:45 PM – Startup Pitches
🔹 7:30 PM – Open Networking + Drinks & Snacks
Hosted by the AI Foundry Team:
Vasudha Badri-Paul, CEO Avatara AI
Suresh Madhuvarsu, Co-Founder Product10x
Sridhar Verose, Vice Mayor, City of San Ramon
https://www.sanramon.ca.gov/our_city/city_council/vice_mayor_sridhar_verose