TechCrunch 2025 Pitch Week: Startups, Meet Silicon Valley VCs & Investors

Are you VC-backed AI/ML startups looking to come to San Francisco during the Disrupt 2025 week by TechCrunch?

Join us for a high-impact in-person Pitch Day, 1:1 investor meetings, and deep tech networking.

Meet Silicon Valley Deep Tech VCs, AI/ML investors, and leading startup accelerators and incubators focused on the future of AI/ML.

Book consultation calendar now to strategize your limited networking time and meeting selections with the Bay Area's most influential startup ecosystem partners.

📅 Event Details: Your Gateway to Silicon Valley Deep Tech Funding Partners

What: A full day of exclusive networking, insightful talks, and high-stakes startup pitching sessions, specifically designed to bridge the AI/ML ecosystem with the Silicon Valley deep tech investment partners.

When: Tuesday, October 28, 2025 | 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM (PST)

Where (In-Person): Union Square (414 Mason St, San Francisco, CA 94102)

Who Should Attend:

* Deep Tech VCs & Investors: Specifically interested in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and emerging technology startups.

* Startup Founders & Entrepreneurs: Especially those in the AI/ML, SaaS, and enterprise software space.

* Corporate Innovation Leaders: Seeking partnerships with deep tech ventures.

* Incubator/Accelerator Program Directors

Maximize your networking with key players from the San Francisco and Silicon Valley startup ecosystem.

The following is an exemplary list of the caliber of the 20+ prominent investors and ecosystem partners confirmed to attend the main conference in San Francisco:

• Andreessen Horowitz (a16z)
• Y Combinator
• Sequoia Capital
• Techstars
• Khosla Ventures
• Plug and Play Tech Center
• Lux Capital
• Alchemist Accelerator
• Lightspeed Venture Partners
• Boost VC
• Greylock Partners
• 500 Global
• Accel
• Berkeley SkyDeck
• Founders Fund
• StartX
• General Catalyst
• SOSV
• Bessemer Venture Partners
• Innovation Endeavors

Time

Session

Focus

10:30 – 10:40

Opening & Introduction

Welcome to SF

10:40 – 11:00

Talk Session 1

VC Keynote: The Future of Deep Tech Investment

11:10 – 11:30

Talk Session 2

Founder Fireside Chat: Scaling AI/ML

11:30 – 12:00

Talk Session 3

Deep Dive: Market Trends in Enterprise AI & Machine Learning

12:00 – 12:30

Panel Discussion & Q&A

Getting Funded: What Deep Tech VCs Look For

12:30 – 13:30

Break Time 1 (Lunch & Informal Networking)

Sponsored Lunch & Ecosystem Partner Exhibits

13:30 – 14:00

Registration

Final Check-in for Afternoon Pitch & Meetup Sessions

14:00 – 14:10

IR Pitching Session Introduction

Rules of Engagement & Investor Introductions

14:10 – 14:40

Startup Pitching 1

AI/ML Startup Pitches (First Cohort)

14:40 – 14:50

Break Time 2

Quick Refresh & Connect

14:50 – 15:20

Startup Pitching 2

AI/ML Startup Pitches (Second Cohort)

15:20 – 15:30

Break Time 3

Quick Refresh & Connect

15:30 – 16:00

1:1 Meetup 1

Pre-Booked Private Investor Meetings (Deep Tech Focus)

16:00 – 16:30

1:1 Meetup 2

Pre-Booked Private Investor Meetings (Deep Tech Focus)

16:30 – 17:00

Free Networking

Open Floor: Connect with Founders, VCs, and Ecosystem Partners

Based on comparable full-day VC/Founder events in San Francisco, which offer networking, food, and 1:1 meetings (e.g., Tech Weekend day passes range from approximately $175 to $350 USD per person), we offer the following pricing tiers for maximum value and access:

Ticket Type

Price

Description

In-Person All-Access Pass (SF)

$249.00

Full day access to all talks, panels, pitching sessions, meals, and guaranteed entry to all networking and 1:1 Meetup sessions with investors.

Virtual Conference Pass (Live Streming Only)

$49.00

Live access to all Talk Sessions, Panel Discussions, and Startup Pitching Sessions (10:30 AM – 15:20 PM PST). Does not include 1:1 Meetups or Free Networking.

Final Schedule and Speaker Lineups are subject to change. See you here in San Francisco. Why You Can't Miss This Event

This is a special, high-signal opportunity to learn and connect with key players of the San Francisco and Silicon Valley startup ecosystem. Whether you are a VC looking for the next groundbreaking AI startup or a founder ready to pitch for growth funding, this event offers unparalleled access. Expect to network with over 20+ San Francisco & Silicon Valley startup ecosystem partners (VCs, investors, startups, and public innovation organizations).

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