# Event Details - **Event Name**: HBS Alumni–Hosted | Deep Tech Investing, VC Education & Startup Traction - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 05 Feb, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Thu, 05 Feb, 2026 at 08:30 pm - **Event Description**: Deep tech ventures are transforming industries—from AI and biotech to advanced materials and quantum systemsAbout this EventHBS Alumni–Hosted | Deep Tech Investing, VC Education & Startup Traction? Event DetailsWhenThursday, February 5, 20266:00 PM – 8:30 PM ETWhereMicrosoft New England Research and Development Center1 Memorial Drive, Cambridge, MA 02142? About This EventDeep tech ventures are transforming industries—from AI and biotech to advanced materials and quantum systems—but early-stage investing in these domains requires more than capital. It demands technical literacy, long-term thinking, and trusted networks.Hosted by the HBS Association of Boston in collaboration with TopContenders Network, this program brings together HBS alumni, investors, founders, and innovation leaders to explore how deep tech ideas evolve from lab to market—and how venture education empowers investors to build conviction around complex technologies.Mark Zheng, CEO of MZ Services, will open the evening with a keynote on DeepTech and AI investing, followed by a panel of startup founders building real traction across AI-enabled biotech and life sciences.? This is not a demo day.It’s a conversation-driven forum designed for thoughtful investors and builders who want to go beyond hype.? What You’ll LearnUnderstand the Deep Tech LandscapeHow AI, biotech, and frontier technologies are reshaping industriesBuild Practical VC JudgmentHow investors evaluate risk, timing, and execution in complex technologiesSee Real Startup TractionHear directly from founders translating science into market impactBridge Theory & PracticeConnect venture education with real-world deal flow and investor decision-makingExpand a High-Caliber NetworkEngage in thoughtful conversations with HBS alumni, investors, entrepreneurs, and innovation leaders shaping Boston’s deep-tech ecosystem? Agenda (Approximate)6:00–6:20 PM — Arrival & Networking6:20–7:00 PM — Opening Keynote: Deep Tech & AI Investing (Mark Zheng)7:00–8:00 PM — Founder Panel + Moderated Q&A8:00–8:30 PM — Networking & Small-Group Conversations? SpeakersMark Zheng — CEO, MZ ServicesFounder of the TopContenders Network and co-founder of the Boston AI Forum. As a Strategic Partner of Venture University, Mark bridges venture education with real-world deal flow, focusing on AI, biotech, and deep-tech ecosystems.Aaron Edwards — Co-Founder & CEO, KiraGen BioLeads KiraGen Bio, engineering AI-designed, multiplex-edited CAR-T cells for durable responses in solid tumors, starting with glioblastoma.Dr. Louise Liu — Biostatistician, Hill ResearchLeads Hill Research, developing generative AI systems to accelerate clinical trials and improve regulatory success using multi-agent LLMs and biomedical knowledge graphs.Dr. Xiaole Shirley Liu — Co-Founder & CEO, GV20 TherapeuticsWorld-leading scientist in computational biology, pioneering AI-enabled functional genomics for cancer drug discovery. Author of 200+ publications and recipient of multiple international honors.? Why AttendParticipate in high-quality, intellectually rigorous discussionsConnect directly with HBS alumni and accomplished investorsLearn how experienced VCs build conviction around complex technologiesBuild relationships across academia, startups, and venture capital⚠️ Disclaimer? Photos and video recordings may be taken during the event and used for promotional purposes.? Program topics, speakers, and schedule are subject to change without prior notice.⚖️ This event does not constitute investment advice or solicitation. All discussions are for informational and educational purposes only.? By registering for and attending this event, you consent to the sharing of your registration information with the event organizers and event sponsors for event-related communications and follow-up. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/cambridge/hbs-alumni-hosted-|-deep-tech-investing-vc-education-and-startup-traction/100001980047844404 - **Event Categories**: business, art, literary-art, artificial-intelligence - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 39.19, max: 60.54, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Cambridge - **state**: MA - **country**: United States - **location**: Microsoft New England Research and Development Center - **lat**: 42.36142559999999 - **long**: -71.0812092 - **full address**: Microsoft New England Research and Development Center, 1 Memorial Drive, Cambridge, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: HBS Alumni–Hosted | Deep Tech Investing, VC Education & Startup Traction - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/a76bc2b8bd0c2d5555c7fbfd5ecc2f6cfb54f4ab37c13cd47e5ffd9870c7b3a4-rimg-w1200-h800-dc144478-gmir.jpg?v=1768137101 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is HBS Alumni–Hosted | Deep Tech Investing, VC Education & Startup Traction being held? - **A:** HBS Alumni–Hosted | Deep Tech Investing, VC Education & Startup Traction takes place on Thu, 05 Feb, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Thu, 05 Feb, 2026 at 08:30 pm at Microsoft New England Research and Development Center, 1 Memorial Drive, Cambridge, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for HBS Alumni–Hosted | Deep Tech Investing, VC Education & Startup Traction? - **A:** Ticket prices for HBS Alumni–Hosted | Deep Tech Investing, VC Education & Startup Traction range from USD 39 to USD 61 depending on the ticket type. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityEarly Bird TicketsUSD 39 + USD 4 feeAvailableGeneral AdmissionUSD 61 + USD 6 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing HBS Alumni–Hosted | Deep Tech Investing, VC Education & Startup Traction? - **A:** HBS Alumni–Hosted | Deep Tech Investing, VC Education & Startup Traction is organized by Boston Artificial Intelligence Forum (BAI). - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** HBS Alumni–Hosted | Deep Tech Investing, VC Education & Startup Traction is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Cambridge, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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