The AI Demo Series: March (RSA) Edition
Startup Grind Silicon Valley is continuing our a new monthly AI Demo Series—a high-energy showcase for the next generation of AI founders.
Each month we rotate across leading SF tech HQs, bringing together the community where it’s strongest: in person.
Apply to demo:
https://airtable.com/appQk3fM8t3nTh3WW/pag9qNb4n3LITIFn0/form
⭐ What to Expect
x10 live founder demos in a 2-minute presentation
VC panel feedback from top AI investors
The best in AI: founders, VCs, angels, and ecosystem partners
Networking mixer with the Bay’s most active builders - 156 attendees at Atlassian in Jan and Antler in Feb
⭐ How to Apply
Want a chance to present - complete this form and we'll be in touch
https://airtable.com/appQk3fM8t3nTh3WW/pag9qNb4n3LITIFn0/form
Can't make Feb 26 or want to be considered for March and beyond - just let us know in the form
Here is your chance to stand out as not just "another AI Startup in Silicon Valley"
⭐ Format
Each startup gets 2 minutes to present:
A product demo or live walkthrough, and a microphone.
The problem, solution, market insight, and traction
The “AI edge” behind the product
VCs provide feedback after each demo.
⭐ Who Should Attend
AI startups (Pre-Seed → Seed+) looking for exposure, feedback, or fundraising momentum
Investors scouting early technical talent
Corporate partners exploring pilots or AI innovation
Ecosystem builders supporting the founder community
⭐ March Edition — Mar 24
Join us at Zendesk HQ as we open the series with a curated selection of early-stage AI companies, live insight from investors, and a community that’s actively building the future.
We will be in touch in the coming weeks with the chosen presenters
⭐ Bonus Prizes
For x2 lucky founders in attendance each month, we'll be giving away a Full Access ticket to the Startup Grind Conference in April, 2026
A VC meeting will be offered to x2 lucky founders who apply (even if you're not presenting but in attendance)
x3 founders will get access to the next Founder Institute cohort
If you’d like to pitch, host a future month, or explore sponsorship, reach out — this series was designed to be built with friends.