Inside Silicon Valley's Top Funds: How They Invest, and How Angels Can Co-Invest

​What sets leading Silicon Valley investors apart? How top funds source opportunities, evaluate founders and markets, and decide which companies to back - and how angel investors can participate alongside them?

​Join SIC in Palo Alto for an evening of candid conversations with experienced angel and institutional investors on how investing really works in Silicon Valley. Through real portfolio examples and practical frameworks, speakers will share how investment decisions are made, what makes a company investable, and how angels can build productive relationships with funds.

​We’ll also explore how SIC connects members with fund relationships, co-investment opportunities, and Taiwan’s growing AI and semiconductor ecosystem.

​Whether you’re an experienced angel or looking to become more active in the venture ecosystem, you’ll leave with practical insights and meaningful connections across the Silicon Valley investment community.

​You’ll walk away with:

• ​How Silicon Valley funds source, evaluate, and select investments.

• ​A practical overview of the venture landscape: from YC-focused funds and university accelerators to cross-border investment vehicles.

• ​How angels can develop relationships with institutional investors and participate in co-investment opportunities.

• ​Real portfolio examples and the decision-making frameworks behind them.

• ​How SIC members access fund relationships, deal flow, and co-investment opportunities through the SIC network

​Agenda

​17:00-17:30 Registration & opening remarks

​17:30-18:00 How Angels Co-Invest with Institutional Funds

​18:00-18:40 Learn from the Best: Inside How Silicon Valley Funds Invest

​18:40–19:30 Networking

​Who should attend: Angel investors, family office representatives, and professionals interested in becoming more active in the venture ecosystem. SIC members and guests who are curious about joining are welcome.