AI Demo Series: August Edition - Startup Grind

​Startup Grind Silicon Valley is continuing our a new monthly AI Demo Series—a high-energy showcase for the next generation of AI founders.

​Strictly not a pitch event. Demo only.

​This is scrappy. Things break. The energy is electric.

​But you get to show what you're actually building.

​Want to demo?

​Apply for August and beyond.

​https://airtable.com/appQk3fM8t3nTh3WW/pag9qNb4n3LITIFn0/form

​Future months are set as:

• ​September 17

• ​October 7

• ​November 18

• ​December 10 - Grand Final

​Each month we rotate across leading SF tech HQs, bringing together the community where it’s strongest: in person.

​⭐ What to Expect

• ​x15 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

​Apply to demo at the August event:

​https://airtable.com/appQk3fM8t3nTh3WW/pag9qNb4n3LITIFn0/form

​⭐ 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 this month or want to be considered for a future month - 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

​⭐ August Edition — August 25

• ​Join us at the Bright Data offices in SF 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

​⭐ Prize

• ​Featured Startup of the Month

• ​Dedicated LinkedIn spotlight

• ​Featured in Startup Grind SV newsletter

• ​Priority slot for future events / SGC fast-track consideration

• ​Optional sponsor perk

​⭐ Bonus Prizes

• ​One startup to be featured in Silicon Valley newsletter for Startup Grind

​If you’d like to pitch, host a future month, or explore sponsorship, reach out — this series was designed to be built with friends.

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​Partners & Startup Supporters