

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Founder to Leader
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 16 Apr, 2026 at 04:00 pm – Thu, 16 Apr, 2026 at 05:30 pm (-07:00)
- **Event Description**: A pragmatic workshop designed to help early-stage founders bridge the gap between running a one-person show and leading a growing team.About this EventSeries Description:Whether you are a student startup with a brand new idea, a small business owner with a side project, or a seasoned business mogul, the Entrepreneur Workshops focus on a variety of topics pertinent to your journey. Sponsored by Pillsbury Law and hosted by the Office of Innovation and Commercialization’s The Basement, these workshops are open to everyone. We invite you to register for as many sessions as you are interested in! Light refreshments will be provided.Event Description:Join us for Founder to Leader, a pragmatic workshop designed to help early-stage founders bridge the gap between running a one-person show and leading a growing team. Drawing directly from real-world wins and hard-earned mistakes, this session will give you the actual tools needed to build your company’s foundation. Whether you’re drafting your first financials or preparing to offload your first set of responsibilities, you’ll leave with a practical roadmap for your next stage of growth.About the Speaker:Kevin Smoker ‘06 | Entrepreneur-in-Residence, Pillsbury Law | Kevin Smoker works with founders and high-growth startups at Pillsbury, helping companies navigate the operational and strategic challenges of scaling. With a background as a COO and executive operator, he brings hands-on experience building teams, structuring deals, and translating legal strategy into practical business decisions. Kevin works closely with founders across the technology and life sciences sectors------------------------Directions to The Basement:This event is located on the first floor of the . The entrances are located across from the or next to the  bus and trolley stop.MTS TrolleyThe easiest way to get to the DIB is by taking the MTS trolley UC San Diego Blue Line and getting off at the UC San Diego Central Campus stop. The trolley stop is a short 1 minute walk to the DIB.ParkingPublic transportation is highly recommended as parking is limited on campus. If you plan to drive to campus, please give yourself plenty of time. You can download the ParkMobile app to pay for your space digitally once you find a spot. - Pay and Display, Northside of the DIB (Closest), Southwest side of the DIB (Largest)------------------------Disclaimer:Please note that photos and videos may be taken at this event.By attending this event, you give UC San Diego the right to use photographs, video and/or audio recordings taken of you. These may be used for any purpose, including education, promotion or archives.Thank you for supporting UC San Diego.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/la-jolla/founder-to-leader/100001985335534026
- **Event Categories**: business, workshops, art, fine-arts
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details

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- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: La Jolla
- **state**: CA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: UC San Diego - The Basement (Design & Innovation Building, 1st Floor)
- **lat**: 32.8794117
- **long**: -117.2322377
- **full address**: UC San Diego - The Basement (Design &amp; Innovation Building, 1st Floor), 9510 Innovation Lane, La Jolla, United States

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: UC San Diego - The Basement (https://allevents.in/org/uc-san-diego-the-basement/22748854)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Thu, 16 Apr, 2026 at 04:00 pm (-07:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** UC San Diego - The Basement (Design &amp; Innovation Building, 1st Floor), 9510 Innovation Lane, La Jolla, United States
- **Q**: What is the ticket price?
  - **A:** starting from 0 up to 0 USD
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** UC San Diego - The Basement
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** business, workshops, art, fine-arts
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Founder to Leader ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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