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Founders, Investors & Talent Networking Mixer | San Francisco
Thu, Oct 22, 2:00 AMJoin founders, investors and tech talent at this curated **startup networking event in San Francisco.** Meet ambitious builders, exchange ideas and discover new opportunities in a dynamic community environment. RSVP: [Use this link](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/startup-networking-san-francisco-founders-investors-talent-mixer-tickets-1987627020925?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true) Please note that RSVP is managed via Eventbrite to control attendee lists — don’t ignore it to avoid issues with on-site payment. **💡 Why This Event Is Different** Most networking events end with exchanged LinkedIn profiles. This one focuses on real conversations and real opportunities. We bring together founders, investors, engineers, operators and talent in a curated environment designed to create meaningful connections. Through interactive networking rounds, open conversations and pitch opportunities, participants can share challenges, exchange insights and build relationships that last beyond the event. 🤝 What to Expect * **Interactive Networking** Structured networking rounds where participants briefly introduce themselves, share current challenges and explore collaboration opportunities. * **Talent Corner** Recruiters and hiring managers can briefly share open positions, while engineers and operators can introduce their skills and interests. * **Startup Conversations** Open discussions about fundraising, product development, growth and startup challenges. **👥 Who Should Attend** • Startup founders • Investors and angels • Engineers and builders • Operators and product managers • Recruiters and HR professionals • Sales and business development professionals • Job seekers interested in startups • Newcomers to the San Francisco tech ecosystem

Small Talk Oakland: Big Conversations for Small Businesses | October 14, 2026
Wed, Oct 14, 5:00 PMJoin us for **Small Talk: Big Conversations for Small Businesses** on **Wednesday, October 14th, 2026, from 10AM to 2PM** in Oakland. Join us at **Oakstop, 2323 Broadway, Oakland, California**, for an engaging event focused on real conversations, meaningful connections, and practical ideas for small business owners. This **[FreshBooks](https://www.freshbooks.com/) event** is designed for small business owners, freelancers, and entrepreneurs to connect, exchange ideas, and tackle business challenges together. > **This event is FREE with an RSVP!** > **RSVP NOW**: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/small-talk-oakland-big-conversations-for-small-businesses-tickets-2000996924667](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/small-talk-oakland-big-conversations-for-small-businesses-tickets-2000996924667) > ***RSVP on Meetup does not guarantee admission!*** No stuffy presentations, just meaningful conversations, practical insights, and opportunities to learn from fellow business owners and industry professionals. Plus, enjoy **complimentary coffee, snacks, networking opportunities, and a professional headshot booth!** Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your network, gain fresh perspectives, discover new opportunities, and take your business to the next level—all at no cost! **What’s on the agenda:** \- 10AM – Coffee and connections \- 11AM – Fireside chat with Kati Pease of Stripe\, moderated by Jeff Imm of FreshBooks \- 11:45AM – Breakouts and peer discussions \- 12:30PM – Panel of local founders and FreshBooks customers \- 1:15PM – Lunch\, networking\, and a free headshot booth > **This event is FREE with an RSVP!** > **RSVP NOW**: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/small-talk-oakland-big-conversations-for-small-businesses-tickets-2000996924667](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/small-talk-oakland-big-conversations-for-small-businesses-tickets-2000996924667) > ***RSVP on Meetup does not guarantee admission!*** We invite entrepreneurs, small business owners, employees, and professionals to join us for this Oakland business event. Come prepared to make new connections, grow your network, and leave with ideas you can use for your business! **FreshBooks** ([https://www.freshbooks.com/](https://www.freshbooks.com/)) is a leading accounting and financial management platform designed to help small businesses, freelancers, and service-based professionals simplify the way they manage their businesses. Founded in **2003**, FreshBooks has more than **23 years of experience** helping businesses with invoicing, payments, expense tracking, time tracking, estimates, accounting, reporting, and more. By bringing these essential tools together in one easy-to-use platform, FreshBooks helps business owners save time, stay organized, get paid faster, and focus more on growing their businesses. > **This event is FREE with an RSVP!** > **RSVP NOW**: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/small-talk-oakland-big-conversations-for-small-businesses-tickets-2000996924667](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/small-talk-oakland-big-conversations-for-small-businesses-tickets-2000996924667) > ***RSVP on Meetup does not guarantee admission***

Intro to boxing for tech founders - #SFTechWeek — Reverse Network Meet
Sat, Oct 10, 4:00 PMGet your gloves on. After a long week of networking, it’s time to network through your punches. Join us for a beginner boxing class covering the basics: stance, footwork, punches, and defense. No experience needed, no contact, and all fitness levels are welcome. This event is a part of #SFTechWeek—a week of events hosted by VCs and startups to bring together the tech ecosystem. Learn more at www.tech-week.com. About Reverse Network Meets Reverse Networking events can happen anywhere, from parks and co-working spaces to bars, clubs and more. Invite the people you've connected with online and meet them all in one place in real life. Skip endless coffee meetings and connect with multiple people at once. Saturday, Oct 10 · 9:00 AM PDT Get on the host's list https://www.staaake.in/staaake Host your own reverse network get together https://www.reversenetworkmeets.com

Startup Pitch & Themed Networking San Francisco | Unlock Your Idea
Thu, Oct 22, 2:00 AMJoin founders, investors and tech talent at this curated **startup networking event in San Francisco.** Meet ambitious builders, exchange ideas and discover new opportunities in a dynamic community environment. **RSVP: [Use this link](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/startup-pitch-themed-networking-san-francisco-unlock-your-idea-tickets-1999531264839?aff=oddtdtcreator)** **Please note that RSVP is managed via Eventbrite to control attendee lists — don’t ignore it to avoid issues with on-site payment.** Most of us are in the same loop. You have an idea. You workshop it with ChatGPT, read another newsletter, tell three friends who don't quite get it. The idea stays in your head. Or worse — it never gets the kind of pushback that would have made it sharper. Research on creative work is clear: people who articulate their idea to like-minded peers begin to understand it deeper. Quality feedback isn't validation — it's the thing that changes how you see your own work. We mix the room on purpose. Different industries see the same process from different angles — that's where value compounds. We ask for your LinkedIn in registration so we can group you with the right people, not random tables. **How the evening runs (3 stages)** **Stage 1 — Themed Networking** You vote on the night's themes through the registration form (Fundraising, HR, GTM, Product, Pricing, Hiring — whichever wins the room). We group you by background. Each group's representative shares the conversation's main takeaway on stage. Featured contributors get a Featured Founder spotlight on ascentvalley.com — that's how the conversation scales across the ecosystem. **Stage 2 — Pitches** 5 curated startups present their idea for live feedback and investor introductions. After the event, we add them to our private founder database and route their application to the right investors inside the Ascent Valley network. **Stage 3 — Chill & Network** The structured part wraps. The bar stays open. The connections you started solidify here — most of our repeat attendees say this is where the real value lands. **Who's in the room** * Accelerator representatives — talent and dealflow scouts from San Francisco-based and EU-wide programs * Investors — angels, fund representatives, scouts from syndicates * Founders, Pre-seed to Series A — building across SaaS, AI, ClimateTech, FinTech, ConsumerTech * Operators — PMs, engineering leads, GTM leaders from scaling startups * Entrepreneurs across industries — fresh perspective is the point * Founders traveling through San Francisco — from Tel Aviv, Berlin, London, NYC, Lisbon nodes * Hiring leads from companies actively scaling teams **About Ascent Valley** Ascent Valley is a 3-layer ecosystem: Community, DealFlow, Events. Our mission is to break local boundaries and enable cross-region growth through real connection between founders, operators, and investors. **Philosophy: [IDEA → PROCESS → RESULT.](https://ascentvalley.com "https://ascentvalley.com")**

General Business Networking - Oakland
Thu, Oct 29, 1:00 AM**PLEASE BUY TICKETS THROUGH EVENTBRITE. RSVP THROUGH MEETUP IS NOT A TICKET PURCHASE CONFIRMATION.** Strive welcomes you to 'General Business Networking', Oakland's hottest networking event! We are set in the perfect central location for all to join. Are you interested in business? Want to elevate your career? Meet Consultants, Analysts of all types, Bankers, Software Engineers, Entrepreneurs, and more who are active in the space or are eager to get started. **\*\*This will be a multi-vertical event\*\*** **There will be professionals with backgrounds in the arts, finance, tech, real estate, healthcare, and more. Come with an open mind, and leave with connections that wouldn't be possible otherwise!** Pack some business cards and come with an open mind! Meet your future business partners, employers, coworkers, investors, and friends. You don't want to miss this opportunity to expand your network and create a brighter future. We will have a space for our event to check-in. The event will go from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM(feel free to come at any point in this timeframe). Name tags will be provided. Business casual dress code. Job fair attire. **Remember, it's not who you know, it's who you meet tomorrow!** We look forward to meeting you at the event! Sincerely, Strive Networking Team *Refund requests are permitted up to 24 hours after purchase, so long as we are not within 48 hours before the event start time. Refunds will be made in full and repaid to your method of payment. Note that we are unable to reimburse for Paypal fees.* *Disclaimer: By attending Strive Networking events you agree to photos/videos taken during the event being used to promote future events.*

AI & Tech Networking Event in San Francisco by Ascent Valley
Thu, Oct 22, 2:00 AMJoin founders, investors and tech talent at this curated **startup networking event in San Francisco.** Meet ambitious builders, exchange ideas and discover new opportunities in a dynamic community environment. **RSVP: [Use this link](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ai-tech-networking-event-in-san-francisco-by-ascent-valley-tickets-1999531248791?aff=oddtdtcreator)** **Please note that RSVP is managed via Eventbrite to control attendee lists — don’t ignore it to avoid issues with on-site payment.** **🚀 Meet investors, founders, AI experts, operators, and immigrant entrepreneurs building the next generation of global companies.** * Share your project and get feedback. * Connect with capital. * Expand your network. * This is where conversations turn into partnerships. * Use our participant mini app to keep every contact and insight from the event — nothing gets lost. 👥 Who You’ll Meet • Startup Founders • Angel Investors & VC firms • AI Experts • Entrepreneurs from Europe, Asia & the UK • Marketers, Sales leaders & Business Advisors • Builders & Game Changers Startup Pitch Session Selected founders take the stage for a focused 5-minute presentation in front of active investors and tech leaders. Each startup receives: ⚡ Professional evaluation ⚡ Investor feedback ⚡ Visibility inside our global ecosystem **Why You Can’t Miss It** • Meet Tech & Business professionals, founders, and active investors • Gain real feedback from venture capitalists and angel investors • Discover new opportunities in AI, Tech & early-stage startups • Build meaningful connections in a global entrepreneurial community If you’re serious about startups — you should be in the room. 📈 Want to Pitch? Send your deck to: 📧 events@ascentvalley.club or fill [form](https://ascentvalley.com/pitch) Limited spots. Curated selection. 🏆 The startup recognized as “Most Investment-Worthy” will be featured across our social media and included in our investor newsletter. **🌟 About Ascent Valley** [Ascent Valley ](https://ascentvalley.com/infrastructure)is a global ecosystem connecting founders, innovators, and investors. We believe great ideas shouldn’t stay hidden — they deserve to be heard, challenged, and supported by the right people. Our mission is to create environments where ambitious builders connect, collaborate, and grow together.
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