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SF IRL - Mar 25th, 2024
A curated newsletter showcasing the top tech & startup events in San Francisco
Jonathan Chang
March 25, 2024
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Hi SF IRL! There's a ton of vibrance and energy coming back into the city and at SF IRL, we are excited to be a part of it. Excited to come with you all with some great events for Issue #79.
If you didn’t know, I’m excited to announce the launch of inreallife.tech. SF IRL is now part of the inreallife.tech family & we’re expanding with LA IRL & NYC IRL to showcase the top tech, startup and venture events in those cities as well and you can subscribe in the link above.
I'm Jonathan, the creator of SF IRL. I've been a Bay Area resident all my life and moved into San Francisco about 3 years ago. My full-time job is at Brex as an XIR where I meet founders and VCs while trying to create a community in the city. My vision for SF IRL is simple. Showcase the best tech + startup events in SF and to connect all of our builders and investors together. We are a growing community having over 5700+ subscribers. As we keep growing, if you enjoy reading these, please share this with your friends so we can hit 6,000 readers. As always, SF IRL is one of my many side projects. If you like to be involved in helping, please shoot me an email!
Events Coming Up 🎉
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Mar 27th, 2024 - How Will AI Impact Rev Ops
Location: Virtual
Time: 9-10am
What: Welcome to our online event How will AI impact RevOps! Join us as we explore the different ways AI can help RevOps professionals save time and enhance their productivity. This panel of RevOps leaders have had the chance to see first hand where AI is making an impact. Don't miss this opportunity to gain insights into one of the most transformative technologies of our time.
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Mar 26th, 2024 - Growth & Monetisation of B2C Subscription Apps
Location: San Francisco
Time: 5:30-8:30pm
What: Join us on March 26th to meet fellow founders (appreneurs) of consumer subscription businesses, investors, and industry experts at a fireside chat and demo night!
Mar 26th, 2024 - AI Horizons: Founder Dialogues & Demos
Location: San Francisco
Time: 6-9pm
What: Join us for a cozy evening in San Francisco, where it's all about kicking back with fellow founders. Think of it as an exclusive gathering among friends, where we share the real, unfiltered stories behind our startups—successes, bumps, and all. 😊
This is your chance to chat, laugh, and maybe learn a thing or two, in a setting that feels more like a living room than a conference hall. It's for anyone who's ever scribbled a dream on a napkin and wondered, "What next?" 🚀
Mar 26th, 2024 - AI Product Creators
Location: San Francisco
Time: 5-8pm
What: Join AI Product Creators at Microsoft Reactor SF for talks by Shyvee Shi, author of "Reimagined: Building Products with Generative AI", and Lev Mass, founder of Crux Capital!
Mar 27th, 2024 - March Bay Area AI Safety Meetup
Location: San Francisco
Time: 6-8:30pm
What: Welcome to the monthly academic salon discussing all aspects under the critical topic of AI safety - this month will feature talks from folks from OpenAI and Center for AI Safety As experts in AI, this is a forum to discuss and address the deepest technical and ethical questions around AI safety in society. Primarily a social event to discuss current issues, featuring short talks - while leaving more time for Q&A and feasible counterfactuals that could strengthen any hypotheses.
Mar 27th, 2024 - SF Tech CEO Mixer
Location: San Francisco
Time: 6-8:30pm
Mar 27th, 2024 - The Complete API Journey
Location: San Francisco
Time: 4-6pm
What: Join us for our first meetup of 2024. Sid Maestre and Derric Gilling will be doing an encore of their talks from the recent Austin API Summit.
cURL to SDK: Navigating the API Adoption Chasm
As API adoption becomes increasingly pivotal for companies, understanding the evolution from cURL commands to robust Software Development Kits (SDKs) is paramount. Your initial developer experience may focus on API reference docs with cURL commands, but as you scale, you’ll need to help developers beyond “Hello World.” Discover the pivotal role SDKs play in propelling developers towards production-ready solutions. Join us as we explore the transformative potential of SDK generation as the linchpin in crossing the API Adoption Chasm.
Mar 27th, 2024 - Hardware Job Fair in SF
Location: San Francisco
Time: 5-8pm
What: We've noticed a gap between the Hardware and AI communities, so we wanted to bring them together at the studio.
Join top companies from across the Bay Area that are hiring full time for different roles. Hear from different teams on what they are looking for to hire across AI and Hardware.
Mar 28th, 2024 - -1 to the Information With Jessica Lessin
Location: San Francisco
Time: 11:30am-1:30pm
What: South Park Commons is delighted to host Jessica Lessin, founder and CEO of The Information, as part of our -1 to Now series! Please join us to hear the story of how The Information has grown into one of the largest subscription communities in the world.
Event Details
11:30am Doors Open
12:00-1:00pm Discussion with Jessica Lessin
1:00-1:30pm Networking
Open to members, alums and guests of SPC
Mar 28th, 2024 - Designer & Researcher Meetup
Location: San Francisco
Time: 5:30-8:30pm
What: Join us for a fun social to meet other friendly designers and researchers with Design Buddies and Dovetail. Hosted by Grace Ling and Jeremie Gluckman.
We'll also have lightning talks by:
Emi Fogg, ResearchOps at Instawork
Alissa Lydon, Product Marketing Lead at Dovetail
Date & Time: Thursday March 28th, 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm PST
Location: Dovetail San Francisco office
Mar 28th, 2024 - Women in Tech Meetup w/Brex, Codi & Techstars
Location: San Francisco
Time: 5:30-8pm
What: This isn't your typical Meetup/Networking Event; our goal is to make space for meaningful connections, learn from each other and move each other forward.
This will be a highly curated group of female founders, operators, and VCs, and there will be flowing 🥂, 🥗 and conversation starters. You'll leave with new friends, business connections, and new thoughts on how to hit that next level of personal or company growth.
Mar 28th, 2024 - Cup of Courage: Choices
Location: San Francisco
Time: 6-8pm
What: What would you do if you were 1% more courageous?
Powered by InHerShoes and small local businesses, Cup of Courage is a curated, intimate community gathering series where women can come together and speak on a given topic, exchange ideas, provide resources, or simply listen and be heard.
March's topic is: courageous choices
Run of Show (Subject to Change)
5:45 PM - 6:15 PM: Check In
6:15 PM - 6:45 PM: Speed Networking
6:45 PM - 7:15 PM: Fireside chat with Tanya Monsef**
7:15 PM - 7:30 PM: Group Discussion
7:30 PM - 8 PM: Networking
Mar 28th, 2024 - YPOSF March Happy Hour
Location: San Francisco
Time: 6-8pm
What: Shack 15 event is back! Please join us for our staple monthly Happy Hour! We will be hosting our premier networking event on Thursday, March 28th at SHACK15 from 6-8pm. Gather your friends and coworkers and come meet our diverse group of young professionals in a relaxed and fun environment! The event kicks off at 6pm.
YPOSF is San Francisco's premier networking organization for young professionals, and our events regularly attract 200+ guests from a broad span of industries and backgrounds.
Location: San Francisco
Time: 6:30-9:30pm
What: An evening in a warm, cozy tea shop to come together and muse about the next inflection point in longevity biology. What is the next critical step on the journey to extending healthy human lifespan?
Come chat about it with us over food, snacks, drinks, tea, and a unique activity. Feel free to invite anyone you think may be interested - we're inviting a motley crew of students, researchers, founders, & investors.
Mar 29th, 2024 - GenAI Summit SF 2024
Location: San Francisco
What: Dive into the heart of innovation at the GenAI Summit San Francisco 2024, set in the awe-inspiring, historic Palace of Fine Arts from May 29th to May 31st. This summit is not just an event, it’s an extraordinary convergence of the brightest minds in Generative AI, encapsulating the spirit of the future.
Mar 31st, 2024 - AI Salon: Neurotech
Location: San Francisco
Time: 1-4pm
What: As we navigate the complexities of the digital age, the convergence of artificial intelligence and neurotechnology heralds a new era in understanding the human brain. From deciphering neural patterns to enhancing cognitive functions, the integration of AI with neurotech presents unprecedented opportunities and ethical dilemmas. Will this fusion lead to groundbreaking treatments and improved brain health, or will it raise concerns over privacy, autonomy, and the essence of human identity? Explore the future of human cognition and wellbeing at the nexus of AI and neurotechnology.
Apr 2nd, 2024 - GenAI Collective Research Roundtable
Location: Mountain View
Time: 6:30-9pm
What: Marking the GenAI Collective's thrilling return to the South Bay, join the community for an evening where the future of AI unfolds in real time! 🤩
This is a rare opportunity to dive deep into the intricacies of AI research, directly engaging with the researchers leading the charge. This isn't just an event; it's a breeding ground for inspiration, a space where the next big ideas are born. Whether you're an industry veteran or a curious observer, your presence will contribute to a richer, more diverse exploration of what AI can become. Get ready to explore, learn, and grow!!
Apr 3rd, 2024 - Code/Collect/Connect CoWorking Day
Location: San Francisco
Time: 11am-4pm
What: Join us for a day of coding, collaboration, and connection at the Code/Collab/Connect Coworking Day hosted by MindsDB.
We're excited to reopen our doors for our first coworking event of the year at the MindsDB HQ. Whether you're a seasoned developer or just diving into the world of AI, this is the perfect opportunity to work alongside like-minded individuals and expand your network.
Apr 4th, 2024 - Frontiers in Fintech: A Fireside Chat With Yin Wu & Jeff Seibert
Location: San Francisco
Time: 5-7pm
What: The fintech landscape continues to evolve rapidly, driven by advancements in AI and consumer demand for delightful product experiences. Join Adverb Ventures for a candid fireside chat with two established fintech founders:
Yin Wu, CEO and founder of Pulley: Pulley is streamlining equity management for startups with innovative, user-friendly tools (Series B).
Jeff Seibert, CEO of Digits: Digits is revolutionizing accounting with AI for smarter, faster financial insights (Series C).
Our conversation will highlight the impact of AI on finance, share strategies for standing out in crowded markets with established incumbents, and offer a roadmap for scaling and securing funding.
Apr 4th, 2024 - AI x Humane Technology
Location: San Francisco
Time: 6-9pm
What: This AI Salon event invites you to an intimate conversation between participants as we delve into questions like:
What are the essential characteristics that make an AI product 'humane'? What are potential harms of 'inhumane' products? How can we increase public awareness and understanding of these issues?
This is an in-person event. To facilitate smooth and cohesive conversations, we kindly ask attendees to arrive within the first 15 minutes of the event. The doors will be closed at 30mins mark.
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