Backing the Future: AI Startups, Venture Capital, and What’s Next

An Exclusive Fireside Chat with VC and AI Aficionado Natalia Burina

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Access Silicon Valley invites you to join us for an intimate evening as , partner at Snell & Wilmer and co-leader of its emerging growth & venture capital group, hosts an exclusive fireside chat with , AI aficionado and partner at Storm Ventures. This is a must-attend evening for founders, operators, and investors interested in the future of artificial intelligence, startup growth strategies, and venture capital.

This special event offers a unique opportunity to gain insights into the rapidly evolving world of AI technology and investment from two industry leaders. Engage in thought-provoking discussions about the future of AI, market trends, and investment opportunities in this transformative space.

You’ll gain behind-the-scenes insights from Natalia’s experience at Meta AI, Salesforce, and Microsoft, and learn how top-tier VCs are evaluating AI companies today. Gain invaluable insights into how to maximize the opportunities with large enterprises and onboard them as paying customers.

Natalia is a hands-on AI leader and investor. She has:

· Led and scaled AI initiatives at Meta AI, working cross-functionally and at the executive level to drive innovation and shape AI strategy.

· Played a key role in launching Salesforce Einstein.

· Helped ship the very first version of Microsoft Bing.

Her deep product and engineering expertise gives her a unique lens as a venture investor focused on the next generation of AI startups.

Don't miss this chance to network with professionals in the AI and venture capital ecosystems while enjoying refreshments in the elegant setting of Snell & Wilmer's Palo Alto office.

Why You Should Attend:

Gain Industry Insights - Learn about cutting-edge AI technologies and investment

Network with Professionals - Connect with industry peers, potential investors, and partners in AI and venture capital

Explore Opportunities - Discover potential collaborations and investment opportunities in the growing AI ecosystem, and get invaluable insights to getting a foot in the door with large enterprise.

Event Agenda:

6:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Registration & Networking Reception

7:00 PM - 8:15 PM | Fireside Chat with Natalia

8:15 PM - 9:00 PM | Q&A Session & Closing Networking

SEATING IS EXTREMELY LIMITED, SO RESERVE YOUR SPOT NOW

About the Speakers

Venture Partner at

Natalia is a Venture Partner at Storm focusing on AI investments. She brings a wealth of operating experience, having led and scaled AI products at Meta AI, Salesforce and Microsoft.

At Meta, Natalia worked across the entire company and at executive levels to shape AI strategy and deliver business results. Prior to Meta, Natalia worked on the early version of Salesforce Einstein and helped ship the very first version of Microsoft Bing.

Partner at

Roger Rappoport is a partner at Snell & Wilmer and co-leader of its emerging growth & venture capital panel. With extensive experience in corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, and securities law, Roger advises startups and growth companies across various sectors.

He has guided numerous entrepreneurs through fundraising rounds and strategic transactions, establishing himself as a trusted advisor in the tech and venture capital community.

About

Access Silicon Valley is a leading platform connecting entrepreneurs, investors, and advisors through high-value events, workshops, and fireside chats. Focused on startup education, fundraising, and strategic networking, ASV brings top-tier content and connections to the startup community.

About

Snell & Wilmer is a full-service business law firm with more than 500 attorneys practicing in 17 locations throughout the United States and in Mexico. The firm represents clients ranging from large, publicly traded corporations to small businesses, individuals, and entrepreneurs.

The firm's emerging growth and venture capital practice provides strategic legal counsel to startups, emerging companies, and the investors that fund them through all stages of the company life cycle.

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