Dates: June 28 - June 30, 2024

https://www.startupweekendsf.com/

<aside> 💡 Techstars Startup Weekend SF AI is an event focused on turning AI startup ideas into reality. The objective is to bring together innovators, developers, and entrepreneurs working across various domains to collaborate and launch new AI-driven startups in just 54 hours. At the event participants will explore key questions such as: What are the key elements of a successful AI startup? How can teams validate their ideas and build a minimum viable product (MVP) quickly? What are the best practices for pitching to investors and securing partnerships?

The event will feature speeches from AI leaders as well as a series of workshops on understanding customers, building lean canvases, and mastering pitches. Participants will have access to 50+ mentorship sessions from 15+ leading AI advisors to refine their ideas and develop strong foundations for their startups. The weekend culminates in a demo night where teams showcase their creations to top Bay Area investors and leaders in AI and tech, providing an opportunity to pitch their ideas, demonstrate progress, and potentially build valuable partnerships.

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Our participants 🤓

45% Founders, co-founders, and C-suite executives

20% Engineers

10% Product/Program Managers

5% Researchers

20% Business: Business Development, Partnerships, Sales, Marketing, MBA

What we’re looking for 👀

• Sponsors: Established companies and investors who want to connect with San Francisco's most innovative minds, support early-stage startups, and stay at the forefront of AI innovation. Sponsors receive exclusive access to the participant list, contribute to the selection of speakers and mentors, and enjoy branding opportunities throughout the event.
• Engaging Speakers, Mentors, and Judges: Experienced entrepreneurs, industry experts, and thought leaders with deep knowledge of AI, startups, and business development. They provide guidance, share insights, and offer constructive feedback to help participants refine their ideas and pitches. We welcome speakers and mentors who can inspire and empower the next generation of AI-driven startups.
• Community Partners: Local organizations, meetup groups, and networks that share our passion for AI and entrepreneurship. We collaborate with community partners to expand our reach, attract diverse participants, and create a vibrant ecosystem that supports the growth of AI startups. By joining forces, we can deliver an exceptional experience for all attendees and foster lasting connections within the AI community.

If you or your team would like to get involved or learn more about Techstars Startup Weekend SF AI, we'd love to hear from you. Reach out to [email protected] to set up some time to chat and discuss how you can be a part of the next event.

About Techstars Startup Weekend SF AI