What we’re about
Entrepreneurship permeates the culture of Silicon Valley - the innovation capital of the world.
The advent of the Digital Age has democratized innovation and entrepreneurship. Never before has it been more possible for anyone from anywhere, with a great idea and a burning desire to succeed, to make it big, and in the process, change the world in a relatively short period of time.
HP, Intel, Apple, Microsoft, Cisco, Oracle, Yahoo, eBay, Amazon, Google, Facebook and many, many, many other iconic companies all started with just an idea. Taking a startup from idea to IPO has taken on mythical proportions in Silicon Valley and beyond. Many dream the dream, with hopes of launching the "next big thing".
We are a community of entrepreneurs, technologists, engineers, venture capitalists, angel investors, educators, financial professionals, corporate executives, attorneys, academics, bloggers, writers, content creators, and social activists.
Our mission is to provide entrepreneurs with the knowledge, guidance, tools, and connections they need to succeed. Our goal is to build a strong, vibrant, collaborative entrepreneurial community with deep, lasting business and social relationships from Silicon Valley to Orange County and beyond.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Silicon Valley Business Networking (Online)Link visible for attendees
Organizational Sponsor:
Startup House
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Stay at Startup House in Palo Alto - the heart of Silicon Valley - for as low as $50 a night!
-Network, socialize and connect with entrepreneurs all over the world!
-Enjoy social events and startup and venture capital-related programming!
- Have access to world class amenities, iconic tech companies, top tier venture capital firms, Stanford University, etc. - all within walking or biking distance!
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This event is 100% online.
Participants can be located anywhere in the world!
This event is FREE to attend!
In order to attend, please register here:
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There's no content or speaker at this event -- just business networking.
Build your business network - face to face (online)!
Join a virtual gathering of professionals from all walks of life from all over the world!
You may meet your next business collaborator, client, employer, employee or friend!
Meet Silicon Valley movers and shakers and influencers from all over the world - tech entrepreneurs, developers, engineers, attorneys, bloggers, academics, thought leaders, community organizers, artists, financiers, and investors!
Network, socialize and connect!
For more info on Idea to IPO events, visit:
www.idea-to-ipo.com (our main meetup group among 160 meetup groups globally)
https://www.youtube.com/@ideatoipo2 (videos of online events)
- How to Find Product Market Fit QuicklyLink visible for attendees
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www.youtube.com/ideatoipoThis event is 100% online.
Attendees can be located anywhere in the world!
This event is FREE to attend!
In order to attend, please register here:
https://trainings.techspeakforentrepreneurs.com/a/2147504306/9agLFgrB
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Product-market fit is one of the most important Lean Startup concepts, yet it is also one of the least well defined.
Join us for a FREE online masterclass, where Nelly Yusupova, CTO with 18 years experience, Startup Tech Advisor, and creator of TechSpeak for Entrepreneurs, will share what is product market fit and the importance of reaching product market fit quickly.
You will learn:
- What is Product Market Fit (PMF)
- Product Market Fit metrics
- A method of reaching PMF quickly
- How to define your MVP properly to reduce the cost and time of development
- A framework for releasing code more often so you can learn faster
- A tactic you can use to improve your product
And more!
About the Speaker
Nelly Yusupova is a CTO, with over 18 years experience, leading companies to technical excellence. She is a start-up tech advisor, outsourced CTO, and the creator of TechSpeak for Entrepreneurs.
Nelly is on a mission to help entrepreneurs minimize technology mistakes and through her online masterclass TechSpeak for Entrepreneurs, she provides the roadmap to successfully manage technology teams and projects.
Just recently included in Fast Company’s, “League of Extraordinary Women”, Nelly has been at the forefront of the women’ s movement online since 1999 and is a Wall Street Journal’s “Woman on the IT Fast Track”.
Nelly is a speaker and presenter for many organizations and major industries events including: Women’s Enterprise Center, NY Entrepreneurs Business Network, Small Business Summit, BlogHer, Social Media Jungle, Mom 2.0, BlogWorld, and has been featured in INC Magazine, NBC Today Show, Fast Company Magazine, NewsDay.com, O’Reilly, SmartMoney, SmallBiz, TechRepublic, Women’s Radio.
- 20% OFF! 2 Hours for Freedom: Master AI Tools to Revolutionize Your WorkflowLink visible for attendees
Step into the future of productivity and business growth with our 2-hour AI Bootcamp, designed for professionals, entrepreneurs, and business owners ready to leverage the full power of AI tools. This immersive program will equip you with cutting-edge skills to automate workflows, optimize decision-making, and implement AI-driven strategies in real-world scenarios.
Through expert-led sessions, hands-on practice, and actionable insights, you’ll learn how to use tools like ChatGPT, DALL·E, Replit, Claude, and Google Gemini to transform how you work, create, and grow your business.### What You’ll Learn in 2 Hours:
- Best Practices in Prompt Engineering: Craft precise, effective prompts to maximize AI outputs.
- Building Custom GPTs: Develop personalized AI models tailored to your business needs.
- Advanced Business Workflows with Chain of Thought Prompting: Learn how to use step-by-step AI logic for smarter workflows.
- Setting Up AI Agents: Automate and optimize tasks in sales, marketing, customer support, and administrative work.
- Practical Applications: Apply AI tools to solve real-world challenges, saving time and resources while boosting creativity.
### Outcomes for Participants:
- Master AI tools and techniques to save 10+ hours weekly.
- Enhance your problem-solving and decision-making with AI-driven insights.
- Automate workflows to focus on high-value tasks that grow your business.
- Gain the confidence to integrate AI agents into your daily operations.
- Build a future-proof skillset that keeps you ahead in your industry.
### Who Should Join?
- Entrepreneurs looking to scale efficiently.
- Business owners eager to automate repetitive tasks.
- Professionals ready to upgrade their productivity.
- Anyone curious about harnessing the power of AI in their career or business.
Register now to secure your spot and take the first step toward revolutionizing your workflow!
About the Instructor
Eric Forst is an entrepreneur, marketer, and educator with over 20 years of experience. Since 2008, he's been helping businesses integrate AI, with expertise in building Custom GPTs tailored for startups and small businesses. As co-founder of Pangea Social AI, Eric continues to develop AI-driven solutions that empower companies to grow and innovate.With a background in business development at Visible Technologies, a pioneer in social media sentiment analysis, Eric has led corporate marketing departments and managed teams of 10 or more. He’s successfully implemented a range of sales and marketing software across multiple industries.
Eric holds a BA in Foreign Affairs from UVA and an MFA in English from UMASS, Amherst, where he taught English Composition. His diverse experience ensures a practical, real-world approach to AI education in the classroom.
Connect with him at https://www.linkedin.com/in/ebforst/.
