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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=Asia/Kolkata:20260922T100000
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SUMMARY:University of Basel Switzerland Cohort
DESCRIPTION:On September 22\, 2026\, TiE Silicon Valley will host a visiting cohort from the University of Basel for an immersive day of learning and networking. The program will feature insights on TiE\, entering the U.S. market\, building the Silicon Valley way\, and pitching and fundraising from venture capital investors.
URL:https://tiesv.ai/event/university-of-basel-switzerland-cohort/
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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\nThis invite-only event is designed to spark high-impact connections and unlock investment-ready opportunities \nSpace is limited. To request access or invite a fellow investor\, please contact Patricia Acosta at patricia@tiesv.ai for pre-approval. \nRegistration is required.
URL:https://tiesv.ai/event/tie-silicon-valley-investors-day-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\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 & Informal Mingling \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=Asia/Hong_Kong:20260929T080000
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SUMMARY:TiE University 2026
DESCRIPTION:Calling All Student Entrepreneurs — Applications for TiE University 2026 Are Now Open!\nEvery great company begins with one idea—and one founder willing to bring it to life. \nIf you’re a college student with a startup idea or an early-stage venture\, TiE University (TiE-U) is your opportunity to learn from experienced entrepreneurs\, build your startup\, and compete on a global stage. \nWhy Join TiE University?\nAs a TiE-U participant\, you’ll gain access to: \n\nExpert mentorship from successful entrepreneurs and industry leaders\nStartup Bootcamps and global mentoring sessions\nOpportunities to compete with student founders from around the world\n\nThe TiE-U Global Pitch Competition\nOver the next several months and multiple stages\, you’ll refine your startup\, receive personalized mentorship\, and prepare to compete at the highest level. \nWhether you’re validating an idea\, building an MVP\, or already growing your venture\, there’s a track designed for your stage. Final track placement will be determined by the TiE-U team based on your application. \nWhat’s at Stake?\n\n$20\,000 in cash and in-kind prizes (Core & Open Tracks)\n$100\,000+ in equity investment opportunities (Demo-Day Track)\nOne-on-one mentoring\, founder workshops\, and masterclasses\nAn opportunity for the Top 6 teams to pitch live at the TiE Global Summit (December 14–15\, 2026)\n\nWho Can Apply? \nCurrent undergraduate\, postgraduate\, and PhD students\, as well as founders who have graduated within the past two years. \nYour Journey\nApply → Get Mentorship and Attend Masterclasses → Compete in the TiE Silicon Valley Regional Finals → Represent TiE Silicon Valley at the TiE-U Global Pitch Competition → Global Finals at the TiE Global Summit \nApplication Deadline: July 30\, 2026 \nReady to turn your startup idea into reality? \nApply today: TiE University Global Pitch Competition \nWe look forward to seeing your ideas grow into the next generation of impactful startups. \nQuestions? Please reach out to vani@tie.org
URL:https://tiesv.ai/event/tie-university-2026/
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SUMMARY:Growth Engine Monthly Series (In- Person)
DESCRIPTION:Building a great product is only the beginning. Scaling a company requires a predictable\, repeatable growth engine. \nThe Growth Engine Monthly Series connects selected founders with experienced Silicon Valley GTM executives for personalized one-on-one strategy sessions. \nEach month\, accomplished Chief Marketing Officers\, Chief Revenue Officers\, Chief Sales Officers\, Chief Customer Officers\, and other senior operating executives provide practical guidance tailored to each founder’s stage of growth. \nCommon discussion topics include: \n\nGo-to-market strategy\nMarketing and demand generation\nEnterprise sales\nProduct positioning\nCustomer success\nPartnerships and alliances\nRevenue operations\nAI-driven growth strategies\n\nFormat \n\nFirst Friday of every month\n10:00 AM – 12:00 PM PT\nTiE Silicon Valley Office\n30-minute one-on-one executive session\n\nParticipation is complimentary but strictly by application and approval. Preference is given to venture-backed and growth-stage founders seeking to build scalable go-to-market organizations.
URL:https://tiesv.ai/event/growth-and-marketing-engine-episode-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261009T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20261009T120000
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SUMMARY:Legal Connect Monthly Series(In- Person)
DESCRIPTION:Building a successful startup requires strong legal foundations from day one. \nThe Legal Connect Monthly Series 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. \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\nSecond Friday of every month\n10:00 AM – 12:00 PM PT\nTiE Silicon Valley Office\n30-minute one-on-one legal consultation\n\nParticipation is complimentary but strictly by application and approval. Priority is given to founders actively building and scaling venture-backed startups.
URL:https://tiesv.ai/event/legal-clinic-episode-3/
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SUMMARY:Funding Fridays
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. \n\n\n​This session is a unique opportunity for founders currently raising capital to: \n\n\n​✅ Pitch directly to an active institutional investor \n\n\n​✅ Receive candid\, actionable feedback on your technology roadmap and fundraising strategy \n\n\n​✅ Build meaningful connections to advance your fundraising journey \n\n\n\n\n\n\n​ℹ️ Format: In-person 1:1 curated meetings with the VC (Palo Alto Office) \n\n\n​📅 Date: Friday\, October 16\, 2026 \n\n\n​⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
URL:https://tiesv.ai/event/funding-fridays-15/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261105T173000
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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:20270115T100000
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SUMMARY:Mentor Connect: 1:1 Founder Sessions with Chandu Thota (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Mentor Connect: 1:1 Founder Sessions with Chandu Thota\nFriday\, January 15 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM PT\nIn Person | TiE Silicon Valley\, Palo Alto \nTiE Silicon Valley’s September Mentor Connect features Chandu Thota\, VP of Engineering\, Google Workspace\, where he leads the engineering organization behind products including Gmail\, Calendar\, Chat\, Drive\, Docs\, Sheets\, Slides\, and Meet—platforms that empower billions of users and millions of organizations worldwide. \nWith more than 14 years at Google\, Chandu has led engineering teams across Google Workspace\, Google DeepMind\, Google Cloud\, Maps\, Search\, Ads\, and Location Platforms. Prior to Google\, he was Founder\, CTO\, and VP of Product Development at The Dealmap\, which was acquired by Google in 2011\, and previously served as Software Development Lead for Microsoft’s Virtual Earth (now Bing Maps). \nChandu brings deep expertise in building AI-powered products\, scaling consumer and enterprise platforms\, and leading high-performing engineering organizations from startup through global scale. \nWhat You’ll Gain\nFounders selected for Mentor Connect will receive a focused 20-minute 1:1 session and practical guidance on: \n\nBuilding and scaling AI-powered products\nConsumer\, mobile\, and enterprise product strategy\nProduct and engineering leadership\nMachine Learning\, NLP\, and intelligent applications\nWeb services and scalable platform architecture\nInformation retrieval and search technologies\nBusiness strategy and product-market growth\nBuilding and leading high-performing engineering organizations\n\n📅 January 15\, 2026\n🕙 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM \nWhy Join\nMentor Connect gives founders direct access to accomplished technology leaders who have built\, scaled\, and transformed products used by billions of people. Sessions are practical\, candid\, and tailored to your startup’s stage\, helping you validate your strategy\, sharpen execution\, and accelerate growth. \nWhether you’re building an AI startup\, developing enterprise software\, launching consumer applications\, or preparing to scale your engineering organization\, this is a unique opportunity to learn directly from one of Google’s senior engineering leaders. \nApply for a 1:1 Session\nSpace is limited and founders are selected through an application process. \nApply now to be considered for the September 25 Mentor Connect session with Chandu Thota.
URL:https://tiesv.ai/event/mentor-connect-11-founder-sessions-with-chandu-thota-in-person/
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