AI Demo Series in SF : Pitch Your Startup to Investors

Startup Grind Silicon Valley is launching a new monthly AI Demo Series - a high-energy showcase for the next generation of AI founders. 

Each month we rotate across leading SF tech HQs, bringing together the community where it’s strongest: in person. 

​This series is created in partnership with our new ecosystem partners: Founder Institute, AI Collective, Antler, and Bay Founders Club

​Apply to demo:

​https://airtable.com/appQk3fM8t3nTh3WW/pag9qNb4n3LITIFn0/form

​⭐ What to Expect

• ​x10 live founder demos in a 2-minute presentation

• ​VC panel feedback from top AI investors including Antler, Mangusta Capital, Worklife VC, BDev Ventures and more!

• ​Partner spotlights, rapid intros, and product showcases

• ​The best in AI: founders, VCs, angels, and ecosystem partners

• ​Networking mixer with the Bay’s most active builders

​⭐ How to Apply

• ​Want a chance to present - complete this form and we'll be in touch

​https://airtable.com/appQk3fM8t3nTh3WW/pag9qNb4n3LITIFn0/form

• ​Can't make Jan 8 or want to be considered for February and beyond - just let us know in the form 

• ​Here is your chance to stand out as not just "another AI Startup in Silicon Valley"

​⭐ Format

• ​Each startup gets 2 minutes to present:

• ​A product demo or live walkthrough, and a microphone.

• ​The problem, solution, market insight, and traction

• ​The “AI edge” behind the product

• ​VCs provide 2–3 minutes of live feedback after each demo.

​⭐ Who Should Attend

• ​AI startups (Pre-Seed → Seed+) looking for exposure, feedback, or fundraising momentum

• ​Investors scouting early technical talent

• ​Corporate partners exploring pilots or AI innovation

• ​Ecosystem builders supporting the founder community

​⭐ January Kickoff — Jan 8

• ​Join us at Atlassian HQ as we open the series with a curated selection of early-stage AI companies, live insight from investors, and a community that’s actively building the future.

• ​We will be in touch in the coming weeks with the chosen presenters

​⭐ Bonus Prizes

• ​For x2 lucky founders in attendance each month, we'll be giving away a Full Access ticket to the Startup Grind Conference in April, 2026

• ​A VC meeting will be offered to x2 lucky founders who apply (even if you're not presenting but in attendance)

• ​x3 founders will get access to the next Founder Institute cohort