AR/VR Where Virtual and Physical Worlds ConvergeTuesday, October 18, 2016 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm 6:00 pm: Reception and networking 7:00 pm: Panel discussion (with Q&A)Augmented and virtual reality are bringing people together to share incredible experiences, even when spread across vast geographic distances. Imagine strolling through a museum, visiting the courts of kings and […]
The Future of Transportation Freeways or Flyways?Tuesday, November 15, 2016 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm 6:00 pm: Reception and networking 7:00 pm: Panel discussion (with Q&A)Each day more and more commuters are affected by traffic jams in major metropolitan areas. Aging infrastructure, population increases, and demand for space on the road are all having a […]
Young Investors Venture Capital Millennial-StyleTuesday, January 17, 2017 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm 6:00 pm: Reception and networking 7:00 pm: Panel discussion (with Q&A)The accelerated pace of product development is giving rise to young investors, who are shaping the technological landscape by providing venture capital in Millennial-style. With the average app startup moving from ideation […]
Founders' SeriesThe Funding Pitfalls and Windfalls for 2017 Office Hours with Tim Chang, Partner, Mayfield Fund Moderated by Tomio Geron, Reporter, The Wall Street JournalWednesday, February 1, 20176:00 pm to 8:30 pm6:00 pm: Reception and networking7:00 pm: Fireside ChatSan Francisco(Address will be sent to registered attendees.)The funding landscape is changing, so are trending technologies. Are we […]
IoT Security High Stakes for Billions of DevicesTuesday, February 21, 2017 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm 6:00 pm: Reception and networking 7:00 pm: Panel discussion (with Q&A)The speed of Internet of Things (IoT) adoption is creating opportunities for startups developing IoT security solutions. Many industries such as healthcare, energy, automotive, and consumer products are being […]
Immunotherapy Hacking How the Body Fights DiseaseTuesday, March 21, 2017 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm 6:00 pm: Reception and networking 7:00 pm: Panel discussion (with Q&A)Immunotherapy researchers are applying new insights into how the immune system works to unleash its power on cancer and fight autoimmune diseases like diabetes, MS and rheumatoid arthritis. Private investors, […]
Next-Generation Networking Disaggregating the Data CenterTuesday, April 25, 2017 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm 6:00 pm: Reception and networking 7:00 pm: Panel discussion (with Q&A)Data centers, the last bastions of proprietary Internet infrastructure solutions, are facing a new challenger, one that promises to break down walls by providing standardization, flexibility, and increased control over data […]
Debate SeriesExit Strategies DebatedThursday, May 11, 2017 6:00 pm to 8:30 pmOxford style debate: Exit by acquisition is new norm, plan for it. We're launching VLAB’s Debate Series, a lively Oxford style debate, sponsored by PwC. To weigh the costs and consequences for you, your employees, and your current investors, out team of our world-class investing firms, and a […]
Sports Analytics Changing The GameTuesday, May 23, 2017 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm 6:00 pm: Reception and networking 7:00 pm: Panel discussion (with Q&A)Sports analytics is changing the game by providing insights that improve athletic performance, affect coaching decisions, and engage audiences in new ways. Using sensor technology, computer vision, and VR, startups and tech […]
Founders’ SeriesWhat Does it Take to Raise a Real Series A?Thursday, June 8, 20176:00 pm to 8:30 pm6:00 pm: Reception and networking7:00 pm: Fireside ChatPalo Alto, CA(Address will be sent to registered attendees.)Raising a Series A round is vastly different from raising seed or angel funding and even if a founder has received angel or […]
Deep Genomics Artificial Intelligence Meets The Human GenomeTuesday, June 20, 2017 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm 6:00 pm: Reception and networking 7:00 pm: Panel discussion (with Q&A)Deep Genomics is opening doors to understanding the large-scale, incredibly complex data set that makes up the human genome. The Human Genome sequencing project, completed in 2003 cost $3B […]
Managing Hyperscale AI Enters The Data CenterTuesday, October 17, 2017 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm 6:00 pm: Reception and networking 7:00 pm: Panel discussion (with Q&A)Entrepreneurs and established companies alike are exploring a new frontier for AI — The Data Center. Data consumption is increasing at an unprecedented rate as the adoption of enterprise and […]