Raisable: Invite-only VC × Founders Pitch Night · SVB
Join us for an invite-only evening filled with curated pitches and insightful discussions at Raisable VC Pitch Night! Hosted at the prestigious Silicon Valley Bank HQ, this event is tailored for the leading minds in AI, deep tech, and fintech. Here’s what you can expect:
The Evening Schedule
🕠 Networking Reception - Doors open to a great opportunity for connections!
🎙 Opening Remarks - Kick-off the event.
🎙 VC Panel: "AI Startups & VC Money: Trends, Criteria, and the Path to Scale in 2026" - Gain insight from industry experts.
🎙 Startup Pitches - Hear 10 brilliant founders showcase their innovations (2 minutes each).
🤝 Open Networking + Curated Introductions - Expand your network with like-minded professionals.
Panelists
A dynamic panel of experienced VCs and successful entrepreneurs:
- Manan Mehta, General Partner @ Unshackled Ventures
- Lu Zhang, Managing Partner @ Fusion Fund
- Alexei Chemenda, CEO @ Poolday.ai (YC alum and angel investor)
Moderated by Sacha Ledan, Program Partner @ Raisable and former Program Director @ Stanford GSB.
Attendee Information
We expect over 25 investors, including VCs and angels focused on Pre-Seed to Series A startups. Ideal candidates are AI, deep-tech, and fintech entrepreneurs with ARR between $100K–$2M+, U.S. registered, and at least one immigrant founder.
Venue Details
Join us at Silicon Valley Bank's San Francisco office on the 17th floor (222 2nd St), featuring panoramic views of the city. Easily accessible via elevators directly to the 17th floor.
Event Partners
Data Phoenix serves as our media and community partner, providing a live media platform for AI and Data professionals with streaming and original content.
Interest in Sponsoring?
We have one sponsorship slot available! For inquiries, please reach out to maria@raisable.vc.
Why Attend?
April 30 coincides with Startup Grind Week and Stripe Sessions Week, attracting the highest concentration of global investors and founders to San Francisco. Don’t miss out on this prime networking opportunity!
Additional Notes
- Limited spots available, RSVP is essential.
- We may capture photos and videos during the event for promotional purposes. By attending, you consent to this.
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