In-Person Event
GP, LP & Builders Mixer: Founders Bay X Founder Institute
Join us for an evening of great conversations, new connections, and all things AI!
Date
Oct 20, 2026
Time
05:00 pm - 08:00 pm
Address
Focus Innovation Studio, 181 2nd St, San Francisco, CA, United States
Whether you're a Founder, Engineer, Researcher, Investor, LP or simply curious about the latest developments in artificial intelligence, this is a relaxed opportunity to meet others in the community and exchange ideas.
Join us for an evening of great conversations, new connections and all things innovation!
No presentations. No panels. Just good people and good conversations🚀
No presentations. No panels. Just good people and good conversations🚀
Bring a friend, grab a drink and some small bites. Come connect with the local AI community.
We look forward to seeing you there! 🍻
What to expect:
🤝 Meet AI builder, investors, LPs and enthusiasts
📈 Discuss the latest AI trends and opportunities
🌱 Share ideas, projects and insights
💬 Expand your network in a casual setting
🍸 Drinks, small bites, good energy in a relaxed community vibe
📈 Discuss the latest AI trends and opportunities
🌱 Share ideas, projects and insights
💬 Expand your network in a casual setting
🍸 Drinks, small bites, good energy in a relaxed community vibe
Hosted by:
Founder Institute San Francisco/Oakland
AI rewrote the rules of startup building and the playbook has changed. Tech & skills are no longer the bottleneck: speed & direction are.
Founder Institute merges structured learning and execution + AI agents that build alongside you.
- The Method: Business bootcamp structure + weekly pitch feedback + founder working groups.
- The Network: 1:1 mentor sessions, Funding Lab, legal aid, and global event access.
- The Result: 9,000+ founders across 100 countries backed by $2BN+ raised.
We give early-stage founders the tools, network, and momentum to go from zero to funding.
Learn More: https://fi.co/aifounder
Interested in our program? Meet the Team: Jeni & Lucas - come say "hi" 🌞
➡️ Our upcoming Fall cohort starts soon! Apply by Oct 30th https://fi.co/san-francisco
Founders Bay is a 200,000+ member community of founders, executives, investors and operators — weekly curated events, expert workshops and mentorship. Proudly woman-owned and operated by Mariane Bekker.
Create your account at foundersbay.com to unlock the member directory, exclusive events, and perks. Follow us on IG & Linkedin
Focus Innovation Studio SF
is a private members studio fostering creativity and collaboration among artists, founders, designers and technologists. We offer flexible, affordable workspaces, including private offices, dedicated desks and hot desks, along with a pop-up retail collective and versatile event spaces for lectures, corporate meetings and gatherings. Our flexible leasing options accommodate businesses for as long as they need.
Learn More: https://fi.co/aifounder
Interested in our program? Meet the Team: Jeni & Lucas - come say "hi" 🌞
➡️ Our upcoming Fall cohort starts soon! Apply by Oct 30th https://fi.co/san-francisco
Founders Bay is a 200,000+ member community of founders, executives, investors and operators — weekly curated events, expert workshops and mentorship. Proudly woman-owned and operated by Mariane Bekker.
Create your account at foundersbay.com to unlock the member directory, exclusive events, and perks. Follow us on IG & Linkedin
Focus Innovation Studio SF
is a private members studio fostering creativity and collaboration among artists, founders, designers and technologists. We offer flexible, affordable workspaces, including private offices, dedicated desks and hot desks, along with a pop-up retail collective and versatile event spaces for lectures, corporate meetings and gatherings. Our flexible leasing options accommodate businesses for as long as they need.
Speakers
Platinum Partners
Local Partners
Google
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