O1 Visa Strategy & Networking

​Thinking about applying for an O-1 visa as a founder, builder, researcher, engineer, or community leader? Join us for an evening focused on understanding the O-1 pathway, building a strong profile, and connecting with others pursuing similar goals.

​Our guest speaker, Karishma Mandal, will share practical strategies for navigating the O-1 process, strengthening your application, and positioning your work for long-term success. We'll cover topics such as building evidence of impact, judging opportunities, speaking engagements, publications, community involvement, and other activities that can support an O-1 profile.

​Whether you're early in your journey or actively preparing an application, this session is designed to provide actionable insights and valuable connections.

​Agenda

​6:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Welcome & Introductions

​6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
O-1 Visa Strategy Talk with Karishma Mandal

​7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Networking, Q&A, and Open Discussion

​Who Should Attend?

• ​Startup founders and entrepreneurs

• ​Software engineers and builders

• ​AI researchers and academics

• ​Open-source contributors

• ​Hackathon organizers and judges

• ​Professionals exploring the O-1 visa pathway

​Come learn, ask questions, and meet others building exceptional careers in technology, research, and innovation.