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SUMMARY:A Conversation Between Leaders: Tapping into Wisdom as a Superpower
DESCRIPTION:Join Silicon Valley business leader and TiE Silicon Valley President Anita Manwani and Lotus Leadership author Kamini Ramani for a conversation on how you can build meaningful careers and meaningful lives. \nAnita will draw upon her storied journey as a serial entrepreneur\, board advisor\, and TiE Silicon Valley President to share her playbook for success. Kamini will draw upon her experience as former CMO of Mayfield Fund along with the wisdom of the 33 business leaders featured in her book—including former PepsiCo CEO Indra Nooyi\, Uber board member Revathi Advaithi\, and TiE board member and Google TV VP Shalini Govil-Pai. \nIn the age of AI\, nurturing wise leaders who tap into the power of technology while keeping their eye on human flourishing is going to be a critical skill. \nFeatured Speakers \n\n\nAnita Manwani: President & Board Chair\, TiE Silicon Valley | Trustee\, TiE Global Board \n\n\nKamini Ramani: Author of Lotus Leadership\, Former CMO of Mayfield Fund \n\n\nKey Takeaways \n\n\nCareer Growth: Nurturing curiosity in your career vs. simply climbing rungs of a ladder. \n\n\nAuthentic Leadership: Fusing feminine and masculine leadership traits to lead authentically. \n\n\nRedefining Success: Measuring success beyond titles\, fame\, and material wealth. \n\n\nHeritage as Strength: Alchemizing heritage and learned wisdom into a superpower. \n\n\nAbout the Author \nKamini Ramani is the former CMO of Mayfield Fund and a 40-year Silicon Valley leader who has advised Steve Jobs and Midas List investor Navin Chaddha. She holds a Master’s in Communication from Stanford University and a Master’s in English Literature from Yale University. A native of Bombay\, India\, she has lived in San Francisco for the last 35 years. \nRegister here: https://luma.com/0w6fsjo8 \nOrganized By \nTiE Silicon Valley in partnership with Lotus Leadership
URL:https://tiesv.ai/event/lotus-leadership-a-modern-playbook-of-ancient-wisdom-led-by-kamini-raman/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261026T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261026T210000
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SUMMARY:Mini MBA in Entrepreneurship: Session 6
DESCRIPTION:How to be Investor-ready: Pointers to fine-tune presentation to grab investor’s attention \nNote: This session is exclusively for Mini MBA in Entrepreneurship participants.
URL:https://tiesv.ai/event/mini-mba-in-entrepreneurship-session-6-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261022T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261022T183000
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SUMMARY:I Want to Talk: Finding Your Voice as a Founder and a Brand
DESCRIPTION:Join TiE Silicon Valley for an exclusive fireside chat with renowned marketing strategist\, author\, and survivor Arjun Sen—hailed as a “super marketer that the great marketers go to for advice\,” the real-life inspiration behind the acclaimed Hindi film I Want to Talk (directed by Shoojit Sircar and starring Abhishek Bachchan)\, and author of the memoir Raising a Father. \n\nHosted and moderated by TiE Silicon Valley Charter Member Atul Garg\, this candid\, high-impact session offers a rare opportunity to hear directly from Arjun as he shares powerful insights on Go-To-Market (GTM)\, positioning\, storytelling\, resilience\, and purpose-driven growth. \nArjun survived a terminal cancer diagnosis and more than 20 surgeries\, rebuilding his life\, his relationship with his daughter\, and his career. His extraordinary journey offers a unique perspective on navigating setbacks\, reinventing yourself\, and finding the strength to move forward. \nWhat You’ll Learn\n\n\nPositioning & Differentiation: How founders can cut through the noise and stand out in crowded markets. \n\n\nMemorable Storytelling: How to craft narratives that resonate with customers\, partners\, and investors. \n\n\nResilience in Execution: What to do when a strategy\, market\, or pivot doesn’t go as planned—and how to bounce back stronger. \n\n\nPurpose-Driven Growth: Navigating the human side of leadership\, finding your core voice\, and building something that lasts. \n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\nDate: October 22 \n\n\nTime: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM PDT \n\n\nFormat: Hybrid (In-Person & Online) \n\n\nDon’t miss this exclusive opportunity to hear from a celebrated marketer\, author\, and real-life inspiration whose story has reached audiences far beyond the business world. \nApply here
URL:https://tiesv.ai/event/how-to-rise-above-the-noise-gtm-lessons-from-a-man-who-refused-to-stay-silent/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261019T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261019T210000
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SUMMARY:Mini MBA in Entrepreneurship: Session 5
DESCRIPTION:Building a Financial Model: Understand unit economics\, estimate your financing need and build \nNote: This session is exclusively for Mini MBA in Entrepreneurship participants.
URL:https://tiesv.ai/event/mini-mba-in-entrepreneurship-session-5-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261016T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261016T120000
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SUMMARY:October Funding Fridays by Mohanjit Jolly(In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:TiE Silicon Valley’s Funding Fridays is designed to help founders accelerate their fundraising through direct conversations with venture capitalists\, real-time feedback\, and meaningful investor connections tailored to your stage and sector. \nFeatured VC: Mohanjit Jolly\, Partner at Iron Pillar \n\nIndiaspora\n\nAbout Iron Pillar: Iron Pillar is a leading venture growth fund focused on providing growth capital to technology companies\, leveraging a “built from India\, built for the world” model to help startups scale globally. \nThis session is a unique opportunity for founders currently raising capital to: \n\n\nPitch directly to an active institutional investor \n\n\nReceive candid\, actionable feedback on your expansion roadmap and fundraising strategy \n\n\nBuild meaningful connections to advance your fundraising journey \n\n\nFormat: In-person 1:1 curated meetings with the VC (Palo Alto Office) \nDate: Friday\, October 16\, 2026 \nTime: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM \nDetails\nDate: October 16 \nTime: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
URL:https://tiesv.ai/event/october-funding-fridays-by-mohanjit-jollyin-person/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261016T120000
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SUMMARY:Mentor Connect: 1:1 Founder Sessions with Kamal Anand (In- Person)
DESCRIPTION:Mentor Connect: 1:1 Founder Sessions with Kamal Anand\nFriday\, October 16 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM PTIn Person | TiE Silicon Valley\, Palo Alto \nFounders are invited to join TiE Silicon Valley’s October Mentor Connect featuring Kamal Anand\, President & COO of Trustwise\, a venture-backed AI Trust Management company helping enterprises safely deploy and scale Generative and Agentic AI. \nKamal is a seasoned enterprise technology executive\, serial entrepreneur\, and strategic operator with experience taking companies from zero to growth stage. He has been a founder or early executive at five enterprise technology startups\, with four successful acquisitions and one IPO. He brings extensive experience across product management\, marketing\, sales\, strategic partnerships\, and global business development across the U.S.\, Asia\, and Europe. \nAs President & COO of Trustwise\, Kamal is helping enterprises manage the safety\, efficiency\, and compliance of AI systems across high-stakes industries including financial services\, healthcare\, and industrial sectors. Previously\, he served as Chief Product Officer at WestCX\, an Apollo-owned company formed through the integration of TeleVox and Mosaicx\, focused on conversational AI and patient relationship management. Earlier in his career\, Kamal advised Fortune 500 executives at McKinsey & Company. \nWhat You’ll Gain\nSelected founders will receive a focused 20-minute 1:1 mentoring session with Kamal\, with practical guidance on: \n\n🤖 AI & Enterprise Technology — Bringing innovative technologies to market\n🚀 Scaling & Growth — Moving from zero to growth stage\n📈 Go-to-Market Strategy — Building and executing GTM and expansion strategies\n💡 Business Models — Developing high-impact and scalable models\n💰 Venture Investment — Attracting investment and positioning for growth\n🤝 Strategic Partnerships — Building partnerships that accelerate market adoption\n👥 Leadership & Teams — Building and leading high-performing organizations\n\nWhy Join?\nMentor Connect gives founders direct access to experienced executives and entrepreneurs who have built\, scaled\, acquired\, and taken companies public. \nKamal brings a unique combination of entrepreneurial experience\, enterprise technology expertise\, go-to-market leadership\, and operational execution. Founders will have the opportunity to bring their most pressing challenges\, ask targeted questions\, and walk away with practical insights and actionable next steps. \nWhether you’re working to bring an innovative technology to market\, scale your business\, refine your GTM strategy\, or navigate the complexities of enterprise growth\, this is an opportunity to learn directly from an experienced technology operator. \nApply for a 1:1 Session\nApply now to be considered for a 1:1 session with Kamal Anand on October 16.
URL:https://tiesv.ai/event/mentor-connect-11-founder-sessions-with-kamal-anand/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261014T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261014T193000
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SUMMARY:Off the Record: Firsthand Conversations for Entrepreneurs Navigating AI
DESCRIPTION:Off the Record: Firsthand Conversations for Entrepreneurs Navigating AI\nOctober 14 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm \nThe pace of change in AI is overwhelming\, even for those living it daily. Staying competitive requires direct\, honest access to the practitioners actively building\, deploying\, and wrestling with these technologies. \nJoin TiE Silicon Valley for Off the Record\, a recurring series for entrepreneurs featuring candid\, behind-the-scenes conversations with front-line practitioners—product leaders\, engineering heads\, founders\, and enterprise operators. Rather than polished keynote speeches or corporate marketing\, this series offers frank\, practical insights on what is actually changing\, what works\, and how to navigate it. \nEvent Details\n\n\nDate: Wednesday\, October 14\, 2026 \n\n\nTime: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM PDT \n\n\nLocation: TiE Silicon Valley Office\, Palo Alto | Interactive Zoom session via Live Video Conference \n\n\nCurators: Smita Hashim & Shivani Govil \n\n\nFormat Policy: Off the record — Chatham House Rule applies. Nothing will be recorded or attributed to ensure open\, candid dialogue. \n\n\nSession Overview: Adding AI to Your Product — What Worked\, What Flopped\nAdding AI capabilities to a product is easy; building AI features that actually drive long-term user adoption and business value is notoriously hard. \nThis session goes beyond the launch announcements to explore the unvarnished realities of AI product development: real stories of AI features that stuck\, ones that quietly got rolled back\, and how real customers actually responded. Join two industry-leading product and research pioneers spanning creative and productivity tools as they share their firsthand lessons on product strategy\, user retention\, and feature iteration in the age of AI. \nFeatured Speakers & Curators\n\n\nAnthony Maggio — Chief Product Officer at Runway (Former CPO at Airtable) \nAnthony Maggio is the Chief Product Officer at Runway\, where he leads product for the video and world models powering\nthe next wave of creative production and physical AI. Runway is building AI to simulate the world\, merging art and science to transform storytelling\, accelerate scientific discovery\, and push the frontiers of robotics and physical AI \n\n\nStef Corazza — Head of AI Research at Canva \nStef leads AI research at Canva\, building the generative AI behind design tools used by hundreds of millions of creators worldwide. His work sits at the point where frontier models meet everyday usability\, making powerful creative capability simple enough that anyone can use it\, not just experts. \n\n\nShivani Govil (Moderator & Curator) — Sr. Advisor\, McKinsey & Co. \nShivani is currently a Sr. Advisor at McKinsey. Prior to this\, she has held CPO and senior leadership roles at Google\, CCC\, and SAP. \n\n\nSmita Hashim (Moderator & Curator) — Strategic Advisor & Investor\, Former CPO at Zoom \nSmita is a Partner at Disruptive Ventures and a strategic advisor to founders and venture companies. Previously she was Chief Product Officer at Zoom\, where she led products across the platform\, and earlier held product leadership roles at Google and Microsoft. \n\n\nAgenda / Schedule\n\n\n5:30 PM – 6:00 PM: Doors Open\, Snacks & Networking \n\n\n6:00 PM – 6:45 PM: Moderated Conversation (Featured Speakers + Moderator) \n\n\n6:45 PM – 7:15 PM: Open Q&A (In-person & Interactive Remote) \n\n\n7:15 PM – 7:30 PM: Post-session Networking \n\n\nMissed the first Off the Record? Catch up on all the unvarnished insights and highlights from session one: https://tiesv.ai/off-the-record-how-ai-is-rewriting-the-sdlc/ \nRegistration Note: In-person seats at the TiE Silicon Valley office in Palo Alto are limited. Remote participants will join by live video and have access to interactive Q&A.
URL:https://tiesv.ai/event/off-the-record-firsthand-conversations-for-entrepreneurs-navigating-ai/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261012T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261012T210000
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SUMMARY:Mini MBA in Entrepreneurship: Session 4
DESCRIPTION:Go-to-Market Plans\, Get Marketing Engine Started: Formulate marketing plans to create an engine for lead generation that will help you scale \nNote: This session is exclusively for Mini MBA in Entrepreneurship participants.
URL:https://tiesv.ai/event/mini-mba-in-entrepreneurship-session-3-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261005T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261005T170000
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SUMMARY:Mini MBA in Entrepreneurship: Session 3
DESCRIPTION:Team – Dividing Equity\, Hiring\, Conflict Management\, and Culture: Learn steps needed to nurture the most valuable asset of any startup – “the people” \nNote: This session is exclusively for Mini MBA in Entrepreneurship participants.
URL:https://tiesv.ai/event/mini-mba-in-entrepreneurship-session-4-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260928T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260928T210000
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SUMMARY:Mini MBA in Entrepreneurship: Session 2
DESCRIPTION:Go-to-Market – Starting The Sales Engine: Lay the groundwork to get the crucial momentum of at the initial sales \nNote: This session is exclusively for Mini MBA in Entrepreneurship participants.
URL:https://tiesv.ai/event/mini-mba-in-entrepreneurship-session-2-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260923T173000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260923T193000
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SUMMARY:Off the Record: Firsthand conversations for entrepreneurs navigating the changes in AI
DESCRIPTION:Off the Record: Firsthand Conversations for Entrepreneurs Navigating AI\nThe pace of change in AI is overwhelming\, even for those living it daily. Staying competitive requires direct\, honest access to the practitioners actively building\, deploying\, and wrestling with these technologies. \nJoin TiE Silicon Valley for Off the Record\, a recurring series for entrepreneurs featuring candid\, behind-the-scenes conversations with front-line practitioners—product leaders\, engineering heads\, founders\, and enterprise operators. Rather than polished keynote speeches or corporate marketing\, this series offers frank\, practical insights on what is actually changing\, what works\, and how to navigate it. \nEvent Details: \n\n\nDate: Wednesday\, September 23\, 2026 \n\n\nTime: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM PDT \n\n\nLocation: TiE Silicon Valley Office\, Palo Alto | Hybrid via Live Video Conference \n\n\nCurators: Smita Hashim & Shivani Govil \n\n\nWhat to Expect: In each session\, top practitioners share the unvarnished realities of their front-line AI transformations: \n\n\nReal-World Iterations: Moving past pitch decks and marketing to discuss what actually works and where teams got burned. \n\n\nOperational Hard Truths: Honest discussions on what strategies to double down on\, what to abandon\, and where the pitfalls lie. \n\n\nPractical Insights: Deep\, candid conversations focused on actionable lessons rather than high-level hype. \n\n\nSession Overview: The Changing SDLC — What Goes\, What Stays\nAI is rewriting how software gets built. The software development lifecycle has always involved specs\, design systems\, quality\, reviews\, launches\, and customer feedback — carried by many teams and roles. Now with AI: what stays\, what goes\, who does what\, how do roles and teams change\, how does it scale — and how do you keep evolving as AI keeps moving fast? \nWhile the hype rages\, entrepreneurs on the ground want practical\, honest lessons from people who are actually living this shift — what they’ve learned\, how they’re staying ready\, and how their practices keep evolving. This session goes deep with two industry leading practitioners. \n\nFeatured Speakers & Moderator: \n\n\nMu Han — Chief Development Officer at Zoom Mu Han brings extensive experience in technology\, product development\, and scaling innovation at a global technology company. As Chief Development Officer at Zoom\, she offers a firsthand perspective on navigating AI transformation\, building technology at scale\, and responding to the rapidly evolving enterprise landscape. \n\n\nAllen Hutchison — Founder of Vycari & Former Distinguished Engineer at Google DeepMind Allen Hutchison is the founder of Vycari and recently served as a Distinguished Engineer at Google DeepMind. During his 21 years at Google\, he worked at the forefront of technology and innovation\, bringing deep experience in building and scaling transformative technologies. His perspective spans the evolution of AI\, large-scale technology development\, and the challenges and opportunities facing companies and entrepreneurs navigating the rapidly changing AI landscape. \n\n\nSmita Hashim (Moderator & Curator) Smita Hashim is a strategic advisor and investor\, and former Chief Product Officer at Zoom\, where she led products across the platform. Earlier she spent sixteen years at Google and two stints at Microsoft. She curates Off the Record and is moderating this session. \n\nShivani Govil (Curator) — Sr. Advisor\, McKinsey & Co.\nShivani is currently a Sr. Advisor at McKinsey. Prior to this\, she has held CPO and senior leadership roles at Google\, CCC and SAP.\n\nAgenda / Schedule: \n\n\n5:30 PM – 6:00 PM: Doors Open for Networking \n\n\n6:00 PM – 6:45 PM: Moderated Conversation (Featured Speakers + Moderator) \n\n\n6:45 PM – 7:15 PM: Open Q&A (In-person & Interactive Remote) \n\n\n7:15 PM – 7:30 PM: Post-session Networking \n\n\nRegistration Note: In-person seats at the TiE Silicon Valley office in Palo Alto are limited. Remote participants will join by live video and have access to interactive Q&A.
URL:https://tiesv.ai/event/off-the-record/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260922T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260922T193000
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SUMMARY:TiE Silicon Valley Investors Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us for TiE Silicon Valley Investors Day\, where top investors\, visionary founders\, and next-gen startups converge for an evening of deal flow\, networking\, and innovation. \nWhat to expect: \n\nDirect access to VCs\, angels\, and industry leaders\nLive pitches from 10 standout startups from our Funding Fridays and TiE Silicon Valley Angels portfolios\nInsider insights on the trends shaping the next wave of breakout companies.\n\n  \nAgenda \n\n\n5:00 PM – 5:20 PM | Check-ins & Networking \n\n\n5:20 PM – 5:25 PM | Welcome Remarks \n\n\nSpeaker: Anita Manwani (President & Board Chair\, TiE Silicon Valley) \n\n\n\n\n5:25 PM – 5:30 PM | TiE Silicon Valley Angels Update \n\n\nSpeakers: Kumar Sripadam (Chair) & Anand Jagannathan (Associate Chair) \n\n\n\n\n5:30 PM – 5:31 PM | Pitch Session Opening \n\n\nSpeaker: Ajay Manglani (COO\, TiE Silicon Valley) \n\n\n\n\n5:31 PM – 5:53 PM | TiE SV Angels Portfolio Presentations \n\n\nPresentations from 4 portfolio companies (3-min pitch + 2-min Q&A) \n\n\n\n\n5:53 PM – 6:33 PM | New Startup Pitches \n\n\nPitches from 6 first-time startups to TiE SV Angels (4-min pitch + 2-min Q&A) \n\n\n\n\n6:33 PM – 6:59 PM | Funding Friday Startup Pitches \n\n\nPresentations from 4 Funding Friday startups (4-min pitch + 2-min Q&A) \n\n\n\n\n6:59 PM – 7:00 PM | Pitch Session Closing \n\n\n7:00 PM – 7:30 PM | Social Networking & Dinner \n\n\nThis invite-only event is designed to spark high-impact connections and unlock investment-ready opportunities \nPlease note that these sessions are approval-only events. TiE Silicon Valley reserves the right to decline or cancel registrations at its discretion to manage room capacity and ensure proper audience alignment.
URL:https://tiesv.ai/event/tie-silicon-valley-investors-day-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260922T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260922T160000
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SUMMARY:University of Basel Switzerland Cohort
DESCRIPTION:Inventus Law and TiE Silicon Valley cordially invite you to an exclusive delegation visit featuring international startup founders from the University of Basel\, Switzerland. \nThis immersion program offers the visiting Swiss founders and team members a dedicated opportunity to connect directly with Silicon Valley VCs\, experienced TiE Charter Members\, and industry mentors. Throughout the day\, delegates will gain critical insights into U.S. market entry\, navigate cross-border legal strategies\, and learn how to pitch and fundraise effectively in Silicon Valley. \nEvent Details \n\n\nDate: Tuesday\, September 22\, 2026 \n\n\nTime: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM PDT \n\n\nAgenda \n\n\n\n\n12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | Networking Lunch (Sponsored by Inventus Law) \n\n\nParticipants: University of Basel Delegation\, Silicon Valley Mentors\, VCs & Speakers \n\n\n\n\n1:00 PM – 1:30 PM | Legal Issues for Cross-Border Startups \n\n\nSpeaker: Anil Advani (Founder & Managing Partner\, Inventus Law) \n\n\n\n\n1:30 PM – 2:30 PM | Entering the U.S. Market & Building the Silicon Valley Way \n\n\nSpeakers: Dr. Anurag Mairal (Director\, Stanford Mussallem Center for Biodesign) and Chris Danek (CEO\, Bessel.co) alongside TiE Charter Members & Biotech VCs \n\n\n\n\n2:30 PM – 3:00 PM | Startup Pitch Session \n\n\nFormat: Fast-paced pitches featuring 5 University of Basel startups (201 Therapeutics\, Blue Wave Therapeutics\, NanoZymeX\, OncoGenomX\, Specto Medical) followed by Q&A with Silicon Valley VC Partners \n\n\n\n\n3:00 PM – 3:30 PM | VC & Industry Feedback Session \n\n\nSpeakers: Silicon Valley VC Partners & Panelists offering feedback on pitching and fundraising in Silicon Valley \n\n\n\n\nFocus: 1:1 connections with TiE Charter Members\, Biotech Investors\, and Mentors \n\n\nPlease note that these sessions are approval-only events. TiE Silicon Valley reserves the right to decline or cancel registrations at its discretion to manage room capacity and ensure proper audience alignment.
URL:https://tiesv.ai/event/university-of-basel-switzerland-cohort/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260921T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261026T210000
DTSTAMP:20260818T035421Z
CREATED:20260701T075538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T035421Z
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SUMMARY:Mini MBA in Entrepreneurship - 2026 Fall Cohort
DESCRIPTION:MINI MBA IN ENTREPRENEURSHIP \nThe Mini MBA in Entrepreneurship is the dedicated program of TiE Silicon Valley to educate the next generation of Entrepreneurs\, brings you a 6 weeks instructor-led and self-paced virtual certification program\, led by Silicon-Valley based instructors who are serial entrepreneurs and adjunct professors at UC Berkeley and Northeastern University. \nSTARTING ON SEPTEMBER 21\, 2026 \n6 Weeks ⎹ 6 Sessions ⎹ Instructor-led I Interactive Zoom Sessions ⎹ Led by Silicon-Valley serial entrepreneurs & professors at UC Berkeley and Northeastern University \nTHE PROGRAM \nThe program is geared towards early-stage entrepreneurs\, who are looking for instructional\, practical real-world learning as well as interactive sessions with fellow members. This program will prepare you to start right on your journey and prepare you to create your pitch to raise funding. \n\n\nLed by Entrepreneurs : Learn from experienced entrepreneurs so that you can avoid some of the mistakes on your entrepreneur journey. This is why we call this For Entrepreneurs By Entrepreneurs!\nExperienced Faculty: Learn from adjunct faculty members who have coached hundreds of students many of whom have gone on to start successful companies.\nNetwork: Network with fellow entrepreneurs and members of the TiE ecosystem.\nSeek Solutions: Bring your business problems and get answers from the TiE faculty\nPropel Entrepreneurial Growth: Learn about tools\, techniques\, methodology\, and guidance needed to propel entrepreneurial growth.\nCertificate of Completion: Receive a certificate of completion from TiE Silicon Valley\n\n\nGet an e-copy of 5 books on entrepreneurship authored by Naeem Zafar. BONUS CONTENT FOR REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS BOOK DETAILS (Naeem’s website) \n\nProgram Details \nDate: September 21 to October 26\, 2026 \nDay: Every Monday \nTime: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM PT \nFormat: Virtual (6 instructed-led session) \nHybrid module: Participants are expected to complete the self-paced video assignments for the instructor led virtual sessions \nProgram Cost: \nPrices for a “Startup Founding Team” up to 2 members \nTiE Charter Member\, CXO Member and General Member: Extended Early Bird $399  – After August 24 $449 \nSelect the above option if you are a member of the TiE Silicon Valley chapter\, to know more about the benefits of TiE SV membership click here. \nTiE Non-Member: Extended Early Bird $499 – After August 24 $599 \nSelect the above option if you are not affiliated with TiE. You can become a TiE SV member at $199 and get access to year-round engagement with the TiE SV chapter. To become a TiE SV member\, click here. \n\nCURRICULUM \n\nSeptember 21\n\nConducting Market Research: Develop a comprehensive understanding to test product viability using sophisticated business models to inexpensive ways \n\nSeptember 28\n\nGo-to-Market – Starting The Sales Engine: Lay the groundwork to get the crucial momentum of at the initial sales \n\nOctober 5\n\nGo-to-Market Plans\, Get Marketing Engine Started: Formulate marketing plans to create an engine for lead generation that will help you scale. \n\nOctober 12\n\nTeam – Dividing Equity\, Hiring\, Conflict Management\, and Culture: Learn steps needed to nurture the most valuable asset of any startup – “the people” \n\nOctober 19\n\nBuilding a Financial Model: Understand unit economics\, estimate your financing need and build \n\nOctober 26\n\nHow to be Investor-ready: Pointers to fine-tune presentation to grab investor’s attention \n\nTESTIMONIALS Spring Cohort 2026 \n“This course was absolutely amazing and extremely helpful in building my start-up. Highly recommend to anyone that is thinking about starting a business or already in the process!” – Shawn Grose\, Northrop Grumman Corp. \n“The Mini MBA program was an outstanding experience and truly exceeded my expectations. The curriculum was thoughtfully designed – focused\, practical\, and free of fluff – delivering exactly what entrepreneurs need to understand and become VC-ready. Naeem Zafar and R. Paul Singh brought a wealth of knowledge and real-world experience to the program. Their ability to translate complex concepts into engaging stories\, combined with examples from their own journeys\, made the learning highly practical and impactful. This program is a must for any entrepreneur looking to gain clarity\, direction\, and actionable insights to grow their business.” – Vasudev Pulipati\, CEO\, Hiforte Technologies. \n\nQUESTIONS? \nContact us \nFor any questions regarding the program\, please email patricia@tiesv.ai.
URL:https://tiesv.ai/event/mini-mba-in-entrepreneurship-2026-fall-cohort/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260921T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260921T210000
DTSTAMP:20260928T172434Z
CREATED:20260928T172434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T172434Z
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SUMMARY:Mini MBA in Entrepreneurship - Session 1
DESCRIPTION:Conducting Market Research: Develop a comprehensive understanding to test product viability using sophisticated business models to inexpensive ways \nNote: This session is exclusively for Mini MBA in Entrepreneurship participants.
URL:https://tiesv.ai/event/mini-mba-in-entrepreneurship-session-1-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260911T120000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260911T130000
DTSTAMP:20260806T093059Z
CREATED:20260806T092954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T093059Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding Venture Debt: A Founder’s Guide with Jose Esquer-Romero
DESCRIPTION:Understanding Venture Debt: A Founder’s Guide with Jose Esquer-Romero\n\n\n\n\nDate: September 11th\nSpeaker: Jose Esuer-Romero\, Senior Vice President\, Silicon Valley Bank (a division of First Citizens Bank) \nVenture debt is one of the most misunderstood tools on a startup’s balance sheet — and one of the most valuable when structured correctly. \nJoin TiE Silicon Valley for an insightful session with Jose Esquer-Romero\, Senior Vice President at Silicon Valley Bank (a division of First Citizens Bank)\, as he breaks down the fundamentals of venture debt and how founders can strategically use it alongside equity financing. \nThis session will cover when venture debt makes sense in a company’s journey\, how lenders evaluate opportunities\, and what founders should understand before considering debt financing. Jose will discuss common venture debt structures\, including growth capital term loans\, accounts receivable and recurring revenue lines\, and equipment financing\, along with key terms such as advance rates\, covenants\, warrants\, and amortization. \nLearn how Silicon Valley Bank partners with venture-backed companies from seed stage through pre-IPO and what lenders consider when evaluating and sizing a venture debt facility. \nKey Topics: \n\nUnderstanding venture debt and when it fits into a startup’s growth strategy\nHow lenders evaluate venture-backed companies\nCommon venture debt structures and use cases\nKey terms founders should understand before signing a facility\nHow to balance venture debt with equity financing\n\nJoin us for an informative conversation designed to help founders make informed financing decisions and better understand one of the most important tools available for startup growth.
URL:https://tiesv.ai/event/understanding-venture-debt-a-founders-guide-with-jose-esquer-romero/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260910T170000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260910T183000
DTSTAMP:20260812T063242Z
CREATED:20260728T100157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T063242Z
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SUMMARY:The AI Factory: Reinventing How the World Builds (In- Person)
DESCRIPTION:The AI Factory: Reinventing How the World Builds\nDate: September 10\, 2026 \nTime: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM PT \nFormat: In- Person (Participation by application and approval only) \nJoin TiE Silicon Valley for an engaging session exploring the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on modern industry\, manufacturing\, and global scale. Discover how leading enterprises are leveraging “AI Factories” to innovate\, streamline production\, and reshape the future of global building processes. \nFeatured Speakers: \n\n\nManavendra (Manu) Sial – Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer\, Tenneco \n\n\nParticipation is by application and approval only. Apply now to reserve your spot.
URL:https://tiesv.ai/event/the-ai-factory-reinventing-how-the-world-builds/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260909T174500
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260909T190000
DTSTAMP:20260827T180605Z
CREATED:20260729T175005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T180605Z
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SUMMARY:Charter Member Lounge: Connect\, Converse\, Collaborate
DESCRIPTION:CM Lounge: A Panel Discussion with Andy\, Shivani & Harsh \nFacilitated by: Vidhya Ranganathan \nDate: September 9th \nTime: 5:45 PM – 7:00 PM \nJoin us for an engaging CM Lounge session featuring our standout Charter Members! Facilitated by Vidhya Ranganathan\, this dynamic panel conversation brings together Andy Pandharikar and Harsh Sheth to explore their journeys\, shared perspectives\, and industry insights. It’s a great opportunity for our community to get to know our featured members and connect directly. \nAgenda: \n\n\n5:45 PM: Arrival & Settling In \n\n\n6:15 PM: Panel Conversation \n\n\n6:45 PM: Live Audience Q&A \n\n\n7:00 PM: Open Networking \n\n\nCome for the insights\, stay for the connections! \nNote: This exclusive engagement is open to TiE Silicon Valley Charter Members only.
URL:https://tiesv.ai/event/cm-lounge-a-panel-discussion-with-andy-shivani-harsh/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260909T170000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260909T174500
DTSTAMP:20260901T175818Z
CREATED:20260806T083451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T175818Z
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SUMMARY:Building a customer-focused GTM with Arun Penmetsa
DESCRIPTION:Join TiE Silicon Valley for an engaging session with Arun Penmetsa\, Partner at Storm Ventures\, focused on building a customer-focused GTM \nArun will share insights from his experience as a long time venture investor\, offering valuable perspectives on scaling startups\, navigating growth challenges\, and creating meaningful impact. \nThis session is a unique opportunity for founders and entrepreneurs to learn from one of Silicon Valley’s leading startup ecosystem voices and connect with the TiE community. \nCome for the insights\, stay for the connections! \nApply now: https://luma.com/f0fl47yg
URL:https://tiesv.ai/event/go-to-market-insights-with-arun-penmetsa/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260828T150000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260828T170000
DTSTAMP:20260806T050828Z
CREATED:20260806T050828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T050828Z
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SUMMARY:TiE Women Programs - TiE Silicon Valley Finals
DESCRIPTION:TiE Women’s Program – TiE Silicon Valley Finals \nThe TiE Women Program’s Silicon Valley Finals will showcase the top 8 women-led startups from our chapter\, innovators who have risen through months of mentoring\, workshops\, and competition. This high-profile stage offers founders the chance to pitch their ventures\, highlight traction\, and gain visibility among investors\, mentors\, and the broader TiE Silicon Valley community. \nBeyond recognition\, the stakes are regional: the winners will advance to represent Silicon Valley at the TiE Women Regional Pitch Competition on September 17-18\, 2026\, in Los Angeles\, CA\, competing with founders from the Americas and Europe for funding\, exposure\, and opportunities to scale\, and the opportunity to win a spot for the Global Finals at TGS in Indore.
URL:https://tiesv.ai/event/tie-women-programs-tie-silicon-valley-finals/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260828T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260828T120000
DTSTAMP:20260815T025825Z
CREATED:20260731T063514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T025825Z
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SUMMARY:Mentor Connect: 1:1 Founder Sessions Featuring Venkat Rangan
DESCRIPTION:Mentor Connect: 1:1 Founder Sessions with Venkat Rangan\n📅 Friday\, August 28\, 2026 | 🕙 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM PT\nIn-Person Session \nFounders are invited to join TiE Silicon Valley’s August Mentor Connect featuring Venkat Rangan\, Founder & Advisor at Rangan Logic\, a 30-year serial entrepreneur and technology leader with a track record of building\, scaling\, and exiting transformative technology companies. \nAs Co-founder and CTO of Clari Inc.\, a leader in Revenue Intelligence with 900+ employees globally\, Venkat helped guide the company from inception through its recent exit to Vista Partners. His entrepreneurial track record also includes successful exits such as Clearwell Systems\, acquired by Symantec for $410M; Rhapsody Networks\, acquired by Brocade; VitalSigns Software\, acquired by INS/Lucent; and Metrix Network Systems\, acquired by HP. \nA former Entrepreneur-in-Residence at Sequoia Capital and member of the Forbes Technology Council\, Venkat holds 25+ patents spanning AI/ML\, networking\, and storage. Today\, he serves as an advisor\, mentor\, and investor to startups developing transformative technologies across AI\, software\, and hardware. \nWhat You’ll Gain\nSelected founders will receive a focused 20-minute 1:1 mentoring session with Venkat\, with guidance on: \n\nAI\, ML & transformative technologies\nProduct strategy and technology development\nEnterprise software and scalable platforms\nTechnology evaluation and due diligence\nStartup strategy and value creation\nBuilding and scaling technology companies\nEntrepreneurship\, leadership & growth\nPreparing for strategic opportunities and exits\n\nWhy Join\nMentor Connect gives founders direct access to leaders who have built companies from the ground up\, scaled them to significant enterprise value\, and successfully navigated acquisitions and exits. Venkat brings a unique combination of entrepreneurial\, technical\, investor\, and executive experience to every conversation. \nEach session is designed to provide candid feedback\, practical insights\, and actionable next steps tailored to the founder’s current challenges and growth stage. \nSpace is limited and founders are selected through an application process. \nApply to be considered for a 1:1 session with Venkat Rangan on August 28.
URL:https://tiesv.ai/event/mentor-connect-11-founder-sessions/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260828T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260828T120000
DTSTAMP:20260730T024918Z
CREATED:20260730T024100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T024918Z
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SUMMARY:August TiE Silicon Valley Angels Office Hours Featuring Anita Manwani (In- Person)
DESCRIPTION:TiE Silicon Valley Angels Office Hours gives founders the opportunity to meet 1:1 with experienced investors\, entrepreneurs\, and ecosystem leaders for direct feedback on their startup\, growth strategy\, and fundraising journey. \nThe August edition features Anita Manwani\, President & Board Chair of TiE Silicon Valley┃TiE Global Board of Trustees. With decades of experience as a corporate executive\, serial entrepreneur\, investor\, and board member\, Anita brings a unique perspective on building\, scaling\, and investing in high-growth companies. \nDuring this session\, selected founders will participate in focused one-on-one meetings\, receiving candid feedback on their business model\, fundraising readiness\, strategic direction\, and investor positioning. \nAbout Anita Manwani \nAnita Manwani is a seasoned corporate executive\, serial entrepreneur\, investor\, and board member. She has been recognized among the Top 80 Women Leaders in Technology in the U.S. and the Top 100 Women of Influence in Silicon Valley. \nAn alumna of the University of Bombay and the University of Cincinnati\, Anita is a founding trustee of Ashoka University in India and previously served as a founding trustee of the MIT Graduate School of the Science of Teaching and Learning. She currently serves as President & Board Chair of TiE Silicon Valley\, the founding chapter of TiE\, and is a member of the TiE Global Board of Trustees. \nDetails \n📅 Date: Friday\, August 28\, 2026\n🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM PT\n🤝 Format: In-person\, 20-minute 1:1 mentoring sessions \nWhy Founders Should Apply \nThis is an opportunity to receive direct guidance from one of Silicon Valley’s most respected entrepreneurial leaders and investors. \nSelected founders will receive: \n\nA 20-minute 1:1 session with Anita Manwani\nActionable feedback on fundraising readiness and investor expectations\nStrategic insights on growing and positioning an early-stage company\nAdvice on communicating your vision and business effectively\nPerspective from a seasoned entrepreneur\, investor\, and leader who has spent decades supporting founders across the global startup ecosystem\n\nWhether you’re preparing to raise capital\, refining your growth strategy\, or looking for experienced guidance on your startup journey\, this session offers invaluable insights from one of TiE’s most accomplished leaders. \nApply to Participate \nSelected founders will be notified ahead of the session. \nNote: This program is designed for new applicants and is not available to current TiE Silicon Valley portfolio companies.
URL:https://tiesv.ai/event/august-tie-silicon-valley-angels-office-hours-featuring-anita-manwani-in-person/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260826T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260826T173000
DTSTAMP:20260806T050529Z
CREATED:20260806T050529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T050529Z
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SUMMARY:TiE Women Programs - TiE Silicon Valley Semifinals
DESCRIPTION:TiE Women’s Program: TiE Silicon Valley Semifinals \nThirty+ Women Founders. One Night to Advance. Be There for the Pitch of a Lifetime. \n\n\n\nGet ready for an evening of unparalleled innovation and inspiration! The TiE Women’s Program is thrilled to present its highly anticipated Semifinals\, where more than thirty of the most promising women-led startups will take the stage. \nThis is more than just a pitch competition; it’s a decisive moment in their entrepreneurial journey. Each founder will deliver their most critical presentation yet\, armed with compelling data\, groundbreaking ideas\, and the drive to make a lasting impact. They will battle for one goal: to impress our panel of esteemed judges and win a coveted spot in the TiE Silicon Valley chapter finals. \nThis engagement is the ultimate platform for these founders to secure their advancement for the Silicon Valley Finals. You won’t want to miss the energy\, the excitement\, and the opportunity to be part of their story. \nJoin us in championing women’s entrepreneurship!
URL:https://tiesv.ai/event/tie-women-programs-tie-silicon-valley-semifinals/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260820T153000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260820T170000
DTSTAMP:20260825T204447Z
CREATED:20260709T065933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T204447Z
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SUMMARY:Fireside chat with Muddu Sudhakar (In- Person)
DESCRIPTION:Fireside Chat with Muddu Sudhakar: Building & Scaling Enterprise Solutions \nJoin TiE Silicon Valley in-person at the TiE Silicon Valley Office for an exclusive fireside chat featuring Muddu Sudhakar\, \nA seasoned technology executive and 5x serial entrepreneur\, Muddu brings decades of experience building\, navigating\, and scaling high-growth enterprise businesses. In this candid discussion\, he will share valuable insights on product innovation\, enterprise-grade architecture\, and strategic growth levers for founders scaling in today’s fast-moving market. \nDiscussion Topics Include: \n\n\nNavigating the evolving enterprise technology landscape \n\n\nDriving product innovation and execution at scale \n\n\nStrategies for building enterprise-grade solutions \n\n\nHow startups can effectively navigate and grow in changing markets \n\n\nEvent Details: \n\n\n📅 Date: Thursday\, August 20\, 2026 \n\n\n⏰ Time: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM PT \n\n\n📍 Location: TiE Silicon Valley Office \n\n\n🎯 Format: In-Person Fireside Chat & Networking \n\n\nAttendance is strictly by invitation and approval only. \n👉 Apply to Attend: https://luma.com/nzv4r11c
URL:https://tiesv.ai/event/salesforce-ai-thought-leadership-with-muddu-sudhakar/
LOCATION:Salesforce Tower in San Francisco\, CA\, Salesforce Tower in San Francisco\, CA\, San Francisco\, CA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260819T170000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260819T183000
DTSTAMP:20260818T111108Z
CREATED:20260728T094905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T111108Z
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SUMMARY:Finding Great Mentors & Building Your Tribe (In- Person)
DESCRIPTION:The most important people in your career won’t show up because you asked. They’ll show up because you served them long before you ever asked for anything.\nJoin Soundarya Balasubramani (two-time author\, 500K+ community builder\, and debut novelist) alongside Rajesh Setty (serial entrepreneur\, 20x author\, and teacher at Founder Institute) for a 90-minute interactive workshop on how to build the kind of relationships that actually change your trajectory. \nYou’ll leave with: \n\nA different frame for how you approach every professional conversation over the next 30 days\nA concrete action you’ll take within 48 hours to serve someone in your network\nThe confidence to stop asking for mentorship and start earning it\n\nWhether you’re an early-stage founder\, a student figuring out your next move\, or a professional feeling stuck in your current chapter\, this workshop is for anyone who’s ever wondered how to find “their people\,” and be found by them. \nParticipation is by application and approval only. Apply now to reserve your spot. \nApply Now: https://luma.com/fv2zepuy
URL:https://tiesv.ai/event/finding-great-mentors-building-your-tribe/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260819T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260819T183000
DTSTAMP:20260627T070432Z
CREATED:20260618T055917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260627T070432Z
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SUMMARY:TiE Women's Program Masterclass: Crafting a Winning Pitch Deck (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:TiE Women’s Program Masterclass: Crafting a Winning Pitch Deck\nAs part of the TiE Women’s Program\, this masterclass will help women founders develop compelling investor presentations that clearly communicate their vision\, traction\, and growth potential. \nMasterclass Speaker:\nNaeem Zafar\, CEO\, Coach & Board Advisor\, Entrepreneur\, Professor & Angel Investor \nIn this session\, participants will learn how to structure a powerful 7–10 slide pitch deck\, use storytelling and data to showcase traction\, and understand the key do’s and don’ts of delivering an effective investor presentation. \nNote: This session is exclusively for TiE Women Program participants.
URL:https://tiesv.ai/event/tie-womens-program-masterclass-crafting-a-winning-pitch-deck-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260818T170000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260818T183000
DTSTAMP:20260718T073611Z
CREATED:20260718T073425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260718T073611Z
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SUMMARY:TiE Women's Program: "Ask Me Anything" – GTM Edition with Anand Akela
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an interactive “Ask Me Anything” (AMA) session with Anand Akela\, where women founders can ask their most pressing go-to-market (GTM) questions in an open and candid discussion. Whether you’re validating your market\, acquiring your first customers\, refining your sales strategy\, or preparing to scale\, this session is your opportunity to gain practical insights and real-world advice from an experienced startup operator and GTM leader. \nAsk Me Antyhing Host:\nAnand Akela\, Chief Marketing Officer\, Acalvio Technologies \nNote: This session is exclusively for TiE Women Program participants.
URL:https://tiesv.ai/event/tie-womens-program-ask-me-anything-gtm-edition-with-anand-akela/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260814T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260814T120000
DTSTAMP:20260811T070602Z
CREATED:20260619T082206Z
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SUMMARY:In- Person Legal Connect featuring Anil Advani(In-person)
DESCRIPTION:Building a successful startup requires strong legal foundations from day one. \nLegal Connect  gives founders direct access to experienced Silicon Valley startup attorneys through personalized one-on-one sessions. \nWhether you’re forming your company\, raising capital\, protecting intellectual property\, or preparing for institutional investment\, these clinics provide practical guidance tailored to your stage of growth. \nFeatured Legal Expert\nAnil AdvaniFounder & Managing Partner\, Inventus Law \nCommon discussion topics include:\n\nCompany formation and corporate structure\nFounder equity\, vesting\, and acceleration\nCap table design\nSeed and Series A financing\nTerm sheet negotiation\nBoard governance\nEmployee option plans\nIntellectual property protection\nPrivacy\, AI governance\, and compliance\n\nFormat\n\nIn-Person 20 min 1:1 session\n10:00 AM – 12:00 PM PT\nTiE Silicon Valley Office\n\nParticipation is complimentary but strictly by application and approval. Priority is given to founders actively building and scaling venture-backed startups. \nApply Now
URL:https://tiesv.ai/event/legal-connect/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260813T170000
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SUMMARY:In- Person Charter Member Lounge: Connect\, Converse\, Collaborate
DESCRIPTION:Date: August 13th \nTime: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM \nJoin us for an intimate\, interactive CM Lounge session featuring two of our standout Charter Members\, Kamal Anand and Raj Pai! Facilitated by Kamal\, this fireside conversation offers a unique opportunity for our community to get to know Raj’s journey\, insights\, and perspectives—and for our featured speakers to connect directly with you. \nAgenda: \n\n\n5:00 PM: Arrival & Settling In \n\n\n5:15 PM: Featured Fireside Chat \n\n\n5:45 PM: Live Audience Q&A \n\n\n6:00 PM: Open Networking \n\n\nCome for the conversation\, stay for the connections!
URL:https://tiesv.ai/event/cm-lounge-a-fireside-chat-with-kamal-raj/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260812T170000
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SUMMARY:TiE Women's Program Masterclass: Mastering Investor Conversations (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:TiE Women’s Program Masterclass: Mastering Investor Conversations\nAs part of the TiE Women’s Program\, this masterclass will equip women founders with the skills and confidence to navigate investor discussions and communicate their startup’s value effectively. \nMasterclass Speaker:\nPreetha Ram\, Managing Partner and CTO\, Pier 70 Ventures \nIn this session\, participants will learn how to address common investor questions\, frame their fundraising ask and valuation\, and gain insights into what investors truly look for when evaluating startups. \nNote: This session is exclusively for TiE Women Program participants.
URL:https://tiesv.ai/event/tie-womens-program-masterclass-mastering-investor-conversations-2/
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