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ELC Annual 2026: 2-Day Conference for Eng Leaders to Reconnect in San Francisco

ELC Annual 2026: 2-Day Conference for Eng Leaders to Reconnect in San Francisco

Tue, Oct 13, 3:00 PM
From San Francisco Engineering Leadership Community (SFELC)
4.9

The ***[ELC Annual](https://elc.community/public/events/elc-annual-2026)*** is built around a simple belief: the most valuable learning happens in conversation - with peers who are navigating the same pressures, making the same hard calls, and building through the same uncertainty. This year, we're going deeper on the questions that don't have easy answers. What does it mean to lead well when the ground keeps shifting? How do you build teams that are resilient, high-trust, and genuinely high-performing, not just on paper? What does great engineering leadership look like beyond the technical, in the moments that require judgment, integrity, and clarity of purpose? Across roundtable discussions, intimate speaking sessions, and 1:1 conversations, you'll engage with engineering leaders who are thinking seriously about these questions — and willing to share what they've actually learned. — What you'll explore * Leadership & Strategy Leading through uncertainty and volatile decision-making environments. The evolving CTO/VP role — from roadmap owner to visionary strategist. Ethical decision-making, leadership integrity, and purpose-driven organizations. Storytelling and influence: communicating complex ideas to executives and boards. * Teams & Culture Building high-trust teams and psychological safety at scale. Navigating culture shifts in growing organizations. Scaling hybrid and remote work — the practices and rituals that actually stick. Building inclusive engineering cultures and diverse talent pipelines. * Talent & People Development Developing next-generation leaders through mentoring and succession planning. Continuous performance management and feedback systems. Retention, engagement, and creating environments where people genuinely thrive. Hiring for potential: assessing soft skills and growth mindset. * Cross-Functional Collaboration Aligning engineering, product, and design around shared outcomes. Breaking down silos with tools and practices that work. Customer-centric engineering: building products users truly love. Cross-functional OKRs and collaborative planning across roadmaps and backlogs. * AI in Practice Building AI-enabled teams — what it looks like beyond the theory. AI in software development: coding assistants, prompt engineering, and human-AI collaboration. Translating AI trends into actionable engineering strategy. Architecting AI systems that make it to production and stay there. * Engineering Excellence Measuring developer productivity, satisfaction, and team health. Observability and incident response in AI-enabled systems. Balancing innovation with operational priorities. Coaching teams through change without losing momentum. — What to expect **Roundtable Discussions** Small-group sessions facilitated by experienced practitioners — designed for active participation, not passive listening. These are the conversations where people say what they actually think. **Speaking Sessions** Close-up conversations with engineering leaders who are actively shaping what the role looks like today. Past speakers have included leaders from OpenAI, Stripe, Google, Dropbox, Atlassian, and Slack, as well as Reid Hoffman, Max Levchin, and Adam Grant. **1:1 Meetings** Structured time to connect directly with peers, mentors, and industry veterans. Some of the most valuable relationships in ELC have started here. — Leave with a clearer sense of what kind of leader you want to be - and a network of people who are working toward the same thing. Register ***[here](https://elc.community/public/events/elc-annual-2026)***.

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Coworking Session @ Haraz Coffee House (Union Square)

Coworking Session @ Haraz Coffee House (Union Square)

Fri, Sep 4, 5:00 PM
From Cowork N Chill - SF Bay Area (remote/hybrid professionals)

**Coworking session at Haraz Coffee House in Union Square!** We connect all remote/wfh + hybrid workers from various industries by exploring different cafes in the city to work from. We're a community that blends **productivity with social energy** — the kind of space where people are connecting, vibing, and making the work experience feel less isolating. ⏰ **SCHEDULE** **9:30 - 10:30:** Arrival and informal introductions, start your work **10:30am - 1pm:** Social coworking **1pm - 2pm:** Communal lunch **2pm - 5pm:** Social coworking Arrive at anytime & leave at anytime. After the work day finishes, a few of us will go to a happy hour nearby to start our weekend. Our community members consist of founders, freelancers, corporate, creatives, academics, funemployed, and more. *CoworkNChill is a remote coworking community that started in New York City & now making its way to San Francisco.* Check us out on [Instagram](https://instagram.com/coworknchill) & follow for more updates on the community! Contact Tae +1.702.306.5757 via text or WhatsApp for more information!

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An Authentic, Trusting & Powerful Men's Circle

An Authentic, Trusting & Powerful Men's Circle

Wed, Aug 26, 2:00 AM
From Men's Fire Circle - SF East Bay
4.9

Many of us arrive at MDI looking for something. At this point in our lives we have had several challenges. Some that have made us better, some that have rocked the foundation of everything we know and experience in our daily lives. We have felt isolated, alone, burdened, broken even. I was unsure that anything outside of me could hold solutions, or that it was possible for me to learn new ways of being that would connect me with other men-that I could find a place where I could develop into mature masculinity to be able to not only solve some of my problems, but learn how to lead teams of men. This begs a question: How is the world better off with Mature Masculine Leadership, and what is in it for me? Here are a few answers. If your interest is peaked, consider reaching out to us, claim your future... The world is significantly better off with **Mature Masculine Leaders** because such leadership brings a balanced, grounded, and principled approach to power, responsibility, and service. Here's how this benefits society: Mature masculine leaders typically embody **emotional regulation, self-mastery, and integrity**. This creates more stable governments, organizations, and families. These leaders don’t react impulsively or let ego drive decisions—they respond with clarity, long-term thinking, and accountability. *They become anchors in chaos.* The benefit to the world is **transformational**. Mature masculine leaders don't just govern—they **mentor, stabilize, and serve**. Their presence often leads to safer societies, stronger institutions, healthier families, and more cohesive communities. When men lead from maturity, not insecurity or domination, **everyone—regardless of gender—thrives.** Mentor Discover Inspire (MDI) is an international men's organization. You can also [visit our website ](https://www.mentordiscoverinspire.org/) to find out more about us. There is a form there which can help find an MDI Team in your area. If you fill out the form we will get back to you about starting the process of joining an MDI Team.

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FREE: Happy Hour - San Francisco

FREE: Happy Hour - San Francisco

Fri, Aug 28, 12:00 AM
From PMI San Francisco Bay Area Chapter
4.7

## **PMI SF Bay Area Student Club \| Networking Social** ### 🤝 Expand Your Network, Meet Fellow Project Professionals. Looking to connect with other project professionals in a relaxed, welcoming setting? Join the **PMI San Francisco Bay Area Student Club** for an evening of networking, conversation, and community. Whether you're a student, early-career professional, experienced project manager, or exploring a career in project management, this social event is a great opportunity to meet like-minded people and grow your professional network. No presentations. No formal agenda. Just great conversations over food and drinks. *** ### 🌟 Why Attend This networking social is a chance to: * Meet students and project professionals from a variety of industries * Expand your professional network in a casual environment * Learn more about the PMI SF Bay Area Student Club * Connect with peers, mentors, and future collaborators * Enjoy an evening of food, drinks, and conversation *** ### 🎓 About the PMI SF Bay Area Student Club The PMI SF Bay Area Student Club is officially chartered through PMI Global and serves as the home for students across **all schools and all stages of their academic journey**. Led by students, the club represents the student voice within the chapter by creating events, supporting academic outreach, and building connections between students and industry professionals. Did you know? * The chapter has **120+ student members** * Approximately **one-third are PMI certified** * Nearly half are experienced professionals working in technology, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, construction, and other industries Whether you're an undergraduate student, graduate student, career changer, or working professional, you'll find a welcoming community here. *** ### 🎯 Who Should Attend Everyone is welcome, including: * Undergraduate and graduate students * Early-career professionals * Experienced project managers * Career changers * PMI Members and non-members * Anyone interested in networking within the project management community ### 🚗 Transportation & Parking The venue is conveniently located within walking distance of: * BART (Montgomery Station) * AC Transit (Salesforce Center) Nearby public parking garages are also available. *** ### 📝 Registration **FREE for all attendees.** Walk-ins are welcome, but we encourage registering in advance to help our event leaders plan accordingly. *** ### 💵 Cost There is **no event registration fee**. Attendees are responsible only for purchasing their own food and beverages from the venue (separate checks). Please drink responsibly. *** ### 🌐 Why PMI San Francisco Bay Area PMI San Francisco Bay Area is one of the world's largest PMI chapters, bringing together thousands of project professionals through networking events, educational programs, mentorship, and volunteer opportunities. The Student Club provides an inclusive space for students and professionals to build meaningful connections and support one another throughout their careers. *** ### 👥 Event Host **PMI SF Bay Area Student Club** This event is hosted by the PMI SF Bay Area Student Club, a student-led community dedicated to connecting students and professionals through networking, learning, and career development opportunities. *** ### 💬 What to Expect This networking social is designed to be: * Casual and welcoming * Great for meeting new people * Open to all experience levels * Focused on building genuine professional connections Bring your curiosity, your business cards (if you have them), and enjoy an evening with the PMI SF Bay Area community. *** **Questions?** 📧 **studentclub@pmisfbac.org** ###

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FounderX Silicon Valley: VIP Gathering of Global Founders/ Investors

FounderX Silicon Valley: VIP Gathering of Global Founders/ Investors

Wed, Aug 26, 12:00 AM
From Los Angeles Startup Founder 101
4.4

​Three days in Silicon Valley. A night of **curated introductions,** a day of closed-door AI workshops and investor meetings, and a finale at STEP San Francisco with 50+ speakers across four stages. ​Not a conference. Not a summit. A working session for the people building the **agentic** era. ​FounderX (FounderX.com) is the exclusive VIP gathering of founders, mentors, investors, LPs, and accelerator leaders from the world's largest startup network. ​This highly-curated, intimate 'un-conference' includes: ​**✅ Practical AI Workshops:** Structured, hands-on workshops from the people building and funding the future of startups with AI. ​**🎉 Curated Networking Events:** A welcoming party with party games, a brew hall, and a view of the San Francisco skyline. A private breakfast, lunch, and happy hour. An afterparty at at hip bar in Oakland. And that's just days 1 and 2. ​**🤝 AI-Assisted Matchmaking:** We've partnered with [Boardy](https://www.boardy.ai/?utm_source=luma), an AI Superconnector to help you meet the right people at FounderX and beyond. Plus, every attendee gets 12 months of Boardy Pro for free! ​**🌎 Access to STEP San Francisco:** Day 3 of FounderX converges on STEP San Francisco, where you'll get special access and our own dedicated space at the premier international Silicon Valley conference. 50+ speakers, four stages, and thousands of attendees. **❯❯ Meetup members get $300 off here:** [https://luma.com/659pksxq?coupon=GJ3H7P](https://luma.com/659pksxq?coupon=GJ3H7P) TO REGISTER, YOU MUST RSVP AND PAY AT THE LINK ABOVE. RSVPING TO THIS MEETUP DOES NOT GRANT YOU ACCESS TO THIS EVENT. ​Previous speakers for FounderX events include Steve Jurvetson (DFJ), Esther Dyson (Angel & Philanthropist), Jason Calacanis (Author, angel, and "All-In" host), Allison Ellsworth (Co-Founder of Poppi), Evan Goldberg (Co-Founder of Netsuite), and many more. See all the latest event details at **[http://FounderX.com](http://FounderX.com)** (exact details and speakers will not be updated on this Meetup page). Please note: this event is mainly for Founder Institute investors, alumni, mentors, and leaders - so Meetup availability will expire. The goal of FounderX is to facilitate meaningful connections and learning across the FI and Decile Group Networks, which span 40,000+ innovators across 100+ countries and 6 continents. ////

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Design + AI Mentor Night

Design + AI Mentor Night

Thu, Sep 10, 12:30 AM
From Cascade SF, Experience Designers
4.7

### Tickets on sale at https://luma.com/aimentornight **You MUST purchase a ticket via Luma to attend this event** Join us for an evening of **1:1 mentorship for designers, startup founders, and builders navigating an AI-driven world.** Bring your **portfolio, product, prototype, or startup idea** and get direct feedback from experienced product designers and design leaders. Each attendee will receive **20-minute 1:1 mentoring sessions** focused on what they need most — from portfolio and career advice to product validation and UX feedback. *** ## Featured Mentors Darshil Vora, Principal Product Designer, Salesforce Nicole Landry, Director of Product Design at MyFitnessPal Linh Pham, Head of Product Design at The Moonshot Factory aka Google X Jake Teitelbaum, Principal UX Designer at Amazon Radhika Bhoj, AI Product Designer at Apple Doug Geerdes, Senior Product Designer at YouTube Lukasz Lysakowski, UX Design Director at Workday Kimberly Ezeama, Senior Product Designer at DoorDash Brandon Arnovick, Principal Product Designer at Chase Nicole Boac, Senior Product Designer at Shipt Jeremy Lubin, Designer at Lubin Labs Nathan Diesel, Senior Product Designer, Consultant Robert Surrency, Founder at Aurora Foundry Nick Hoh, Senior Design Manager at SmithRx ​Jorge Luis Maya, Product Designer at ERGO Next Insurance Durojaiye Salaam, Adjunct UX Instructor at SF State *** ## Who Should Attend **Startup founders & builders** — Get expert feedback on your product, prototype, or idea. **Product & UX designers** — Get portfolio feedback, career guidance, and advice from experienced design leaders. **Students & career changers** — Get actionable advice on breaking into product design. *** ## Want to Mentor or Sponsor? We're inviting experienced **design, product, and AI leaders** to mentor, and companies interested in supporting San Francisco's design and startup community. **Email andi@cascadesf.com**

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Frequently asked questions

Meetup is a platform where individuals can find local groups and events based on their interests, including career mentoring opportunities. It's a great way to connect with like-minded people and enhance your network.

To find mentoring events in San Francisco on Meetup, search for career-focused groups and events in the city. Utilize the search function by entering relevant keywords to narrow down your options.

Anyone interested in professional growth can join career mentoring meetups. Whether you're a student, young professional, or experienced industry veteran, these meetups offer valuable networking and learning opportunities.

Yes, you can join multiple mentoring groups on Meetup to explore diverse opportunities and widen your career network. Participating in various groups can enhance your learning experience and professional contacts.

Joining Meetup is generally free for participants. However, some events may have fees, which the individual organizers set. Always check event details for any specific costs.

Meetup offers a platform to join professional groups and attend events. Engaging in these activities allows you to meet and network with industry professionals who share your interests.

It’s important to RSVP for events you wish to attend. This lets organizers and fellow members know of your plans to attend and ensures events are well-prepared and organized.

You can organize your own mentoring events by creating a group on Meetup. Engaging with the community allows you to contribute and facilitate networking and learning for others.

Meeting a mentor through Meetup takes time and active participation. Building connections within mentoring groups can eventually lead to finding a suitable mentor, but it's not guaranteed.

Not all Meetup events are in-person. Depending on organizers, some events may be held online, providing flexibility in participation and location.

While Meetup hosts a variety of career-related groups, there's no guarantee of finding mentorship in every specific field. Availability depends on active groups in your area of interest.

Mentoring meetups may include workshops, networking events, speaker sessions, and one-on-one mentoring opportunities. Each group crafts its events to best serve its members.

Meetup focuses on group activities and events. While it can facilitate finding mentors, its main use is connecting within groups rather than arranging 1-on-1 mentorships directly.

Events on Meetup are organized by various individuals and groups, not Meetup itself. It's a platform providing tools for organizers to bring people together in shared interests.

Meetup works by connecting people through self-managed groups and events, so the quality and organization depend on each individual host. Experiences may vary.