Agenda
Agenda
Agenda 2025
- 8 - 9 am
Registration | Exhibit Hall | Networking
- Join us for breakfast and coffee before the event kicks off on board The Queen Mary
- Enjoy exclusive early access to the historic venue, giving you a chance to settle in, grab a prime spot, and spark meaningful conversations with other attendees
- Connect with like-minded individuals and expand your professional network in a dynamic, face-to-face setting before the main event kicks off
- 9:00 – 10:00 am
Opening Remarks and Welcome Address
Gaurav Kumar
TiE SoCal President
Murali Bukkapatnam
TiE BOT Chair
Dhaval Kapadia
TiE Investor Summit Chair
- 10:00 - 10:45 am
Keynote Presentation - Riding the Wave of Disruptive Innovation
- Unpack the secrets of spotting and seizing game-changing opportunities in today’s fast-evolving tech landscape, straight from a seasoned Venture Capital insider.
- Dive into real-world examples of disruptive innovations that have reshaped industries, and learn how to position yourself to ride the next big wave.
- Gain actionable insights on navigating risk, funding breakthroughs, and staying ahead of the curve in an era of relentless change.
- 10:45 - 11:15 am
Startup Pitches
- 5 startups will present for 5-minute each.
- All attendees will be invited to vote for each startups via an online portal.
- All attendees will have an opportunity to meet with each founder and have an opportunity to explore their business plans in detail.
- 11:15 – 12:00 pm
TiE Global Angels - Funding The Future
- Explore how TiE Global Angels identifies and funds high-potential startups, with insights from top investors on what makes a venture stand out in today’s competitive landscape.
- Hear firsthand experiences from seasoned TiE investors as they discuss emerging trends in angel investing and strategies for driving innovation across industries.
- Learn about the future of startup funding through TiE.Org’s global network, including how they connect entrepreneurs with resources and capital to scale their visions.
- 12:00 - 1:30 pm
Breakout Sessions | Exhibitors | Networking | Lunch
- Engage in intimate, table-based discussions with representatives from diverse organizations and regions, fostering direct connections tailored to your interests.
- Rotate through breakout sessions to meet a wide range of professionals, from local innovators to global players, all in a structured yet relaxed setting.
- Build meaningful relationships with key industry figures, exchange ideas, and uncover collaboration opportunities in a hands-on, interactive networking format.
- 1:30 - 2:15 pm
Startup Pitches
- 7 startups will present for 5-minute each.
- All attendees will be invited to vote for each startups via an online portal.
- All attendees will have an opportunity to meet with each founder and have an opportunity to explore their business plans in detail.
- 2:15 - 3:00 pm
How Successful Founders Are Navigating An Uncertain Future
- Hear from startup founders who turned investment into action, sharing candid stories of how they’ve overcome obstacles to thrive amid economic and market uncertainty.
- Discover practical strategies and lessons learned from real-world successes, as these entrepreneurs reveal how they’ve adapted and innovated in turbulent times.
- Get inspired by firsthand accounts of resilience and growth, with insights into how these founders are shaping a bold future despite unpredictable challenges.
- 3:00 - 3:30 pm
Afternoon Tea | Exhibitors | Networking
- 3:45 - 4:30 pm
Startup Pitches
- 7 startups will present for 5-minute each.
- All attendees will be invited to vote for each startups via an online portal.
- All attendees will have an opportunity to meet with each founder and have an opportunity to explore their business plans in detail.
BV Jagadeesh
Founding Managing Partner at KAAJ Ventures
- 4:30 - 6:00 pm
Thank You Message | Breakout Sessions | Networking
- Engage in intimate, table-based discussions with representatives from diverse organizations and regions, fostering direct connections tailored to your interests.
- Rotate through breakout sessions to meet a wide range of professionals, from local innovators to global players, all in a structured yet relaxed setting.
- Build meaningful relationships with key industry figures, exchange ideas, and uncover collaboration opportunities in a hands-on, interactive networking format.
- 5:00 - 7:00 pm
