# Event Details - **Event Name**: Innovation at the Edge- Meet the VC with Jon Bassett - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 05 Feb, 2026 at 04:30 pm – Thu, 05 Feb, 2026 at 06:30 pm - **Event Description**: Please join us for our Innovation at the Edge Speaker Series brought to you by the Office of Innovation & Commercialization.About this EventThe Office of Innovation & Commercialization's is an incredible speakers series that is your invite to hear from founders, researchers, venture capitalists, distinguished alumni, and creative leaders as they converge to nurture your entrepreneurial spirit.This month for Meet the VC, we welcome Jon Bassett. Jon is a Managing Partner at NextGen Venture Partners, an early-stage venture capital fund focused on backing exceptional founders at the very beginning of their journeys. He is also a Partner and Head of Private Investment Research at Brown Advisory, a $180 billion registered investment advisor, where he helps shape private market investment strategy. Along the way, Jon has learned that careers are rarely linear -- he landed his first job in venture capital via a circuitous route that started with looking for a grant writer on Craiglist. Today, he also advises the U.S. Tennis Association’s Ventures Committee and serves on the investment committee of a European pre-seed venture fund. Jon is passionate about helping students see that curiosity, hustle, and relationships often matter just as much as credentials. Jon lives in North County San Diego with his wife, four young children, and their dog, and can usually be found playing pickleball or coaching his kids’ sports teams.Whether you're a student with a burgeoning business concept or a seasoned professional seeking fresh insights, our series is your platform for education, connection, and bringing innovative ideas to life. Immerse yourself in this transformative community and unlock your entrepreneurial potential.------------------------Directions to the Design & Innovation BuildingThe event is located on the second floor (room 208) 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.P510 - Pay and Display, Northside of the DIB *closest to the DIB*Gilman Parking Structure, Southwest side of the DIB - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/san-diego/innovation-at-the-edge-meet-the-vc-with-jon-bassett/100001978436509859 - **Event Categories**: sports, business, art, literary-art, kids, dog - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: San Diego - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: Design & Innovation Building, Room 208 - **lat**: 32.8792585 - **long**: -117.2317013 - **full address**: Design & Innovation Building, Room 208, 9510 Innovation Lane, San Diego, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Innovation at the Edge- Meet the VC with Jon Bassett - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/9d635f5af4a2012b8cd696aba058f8524bcdc77aec6a799f936963db9d51d960-rimg-w1200-h600-dc13172e-gmir.jpg?v=1769224445 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Innovation at the Edge- Meet the VC with Jon Bassett being held? - **A:** Innovation at the Edge- Meet the VC with Jon Bassett takes place on Thu, 05 Feb, 2026 at 04:30 pm to Thu, 05 Feb, 2026 at 06:30 pm at Design & Innovation Building, Room 208, 9510 Innovation Lane, San Diego, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Innovation at the Edge- Meet the VC with Jon Bassett? - **A:** Innovation at the Edge- Meet the VC with Jon Bassett is organized by UC San Diego Office of Innovation & Commercialization. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Innovation at the Edge- Meet the VC with Jon Bassett 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 San Diego, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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