Pathway to the Future: The AGI Era, Los Angeles

Pathways to the Future: The AGI Era
AI Innovation & Entrepreneurship Forum
Join us for an afternoon exploring the future of artificial intelligence, entrepreneurship, and innovation in Los Angeles. This forum brings together founders, engineers, investors, researchers, students, and technology leaders to discuss one of the biggest questions in technology today: How do we move from GenAI to AGI, and what opportunities will emerge along the way?
The program features a special guest speaker from a leading global technology company, a fireside discussion on the future of software engineering in the age of AI, and startup pitches from emerging founders building the next generation of AI products and technologies. Designed to connect promising startups with investors, industry leaders, and potential partners, this forum provides a platform to gain exposure, explore funding opportunities, and build meaningful connections within the innovation ecosystem.

Featured Guests

Event Format
Part 1: Featured Talk
From GenAI to AGI: What Comes Next?
A featured presentation by a distinguished technology leader discussing the evolution of AI, emerging opportunities, and the technologies shaping the next decade.
Part 2: Fireside Chat
How Can We Thrive in the Age of AI?
An open discussion on how engineers, founders, researchers, and creators can adapt to a rapidly changing technological landscape, leverage AI as a powerful tool, and continue creating meaningful value in an increasingly AI-driven world.
Part 3: Startup Pitch Showcase
Selected startups will present their products, ideas, and visions for the future of AI and technology.
Founders will have the opportunity to showcase their work, gain visibility, receive feedback, and connect with investors, advisors, and potential partners.
Part 4: Pizza & Networking
Enjoy complimentary pizza while connecting with founders, engineers, researchers, investors, students, sponsors, and technology leaders from across Southern California.
Whether you're looking for investment opportunities, strategic partnerships, future teammates, or simply meaningful conversations with people building the future, this networking session is designed to help you make valuable connections.

Pitch Team Applications
Pitch Application Form:
https://forms.gle/6hpKiDvzvLQsTQHH8
We welcome early-stage AI, software, and technology startups with MVPs, prototypes, launched products, or innovative product concepts.
Selected teams will have the opportunity to pitch in front of founders, angel investors, venture capital professionals, and industry leaders, gain valuable feedback, explore potential funding opportunities, and build strategic connections within the innovation ecosystem.
Outstanding teams may also be potentially considered for advancement to the U.S. Regional Finals of the China–U.S. Young Maker Competition.

Why Attend?
Pitch your startup to founders, investors, and industry leaders
Connect with angel investors and venture capital professionals
Discover promising AI startups and emerging technologies
Meet potential co-founders, partners, advisors, and collaborators
Expand your network within the Southern California innovation ecosystem
Enjoy complimentary pizza and high-quality networking with the AI community

Who Should Join?
AI Founders & Entrepreneurs & Startup Teams
Angel Investors & Venture Capital Professionals
Sponsors & Industry Partners
Software Engineers & Developers
Researchers & Academics &Students
Technology Enthusiasts

Schedule
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Registration & Check-In
2:00 PM – 2:10 PM
Opening Remarks
2:10 PM – 2:40 PM
Featured Talk
From GenAI to AGI: What Comes Next?
2:40 PM – 3:00 PM
Fireside Chat
How Can We Thrive in the Age of AI?
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Startup Pitch Showcase
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Pizza & Networking

Location
801 S Figueroa St, 5th Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90017

Hanbridge Institute for Intelligence
U.S. Organizing Committee
Email: Innovation@hanbridge.university