Pitch In 3 weeks
November
Wednesday
17:30–20:00 2026 · San Francisco time
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Startup Grind Silicon Valley is continuing our a new monthly AI Demo Series—a high-energy showcase for the next generation of AI founders.
Strictly not a pitch event. Demo only.
This is scrappy. Things break. The energy is electric.
But you get to show what you're actually building.
Want to demo?
Apply for November .
https://airtable.com/appQk3fM8t3nTh3WW/pag9qNb4n3LITIFn0/form
Future months are set as:
November 18
December 3 - Grand Final
Each month we rotate across leading SF tech HQs, bringing together the community where it’s strongest: in person.
⭐ What to Expect
x15 live founder demos in a 2-minute presentation
VC panel feedback from top AI investors
The best in AI: founders, VCs, angels, and ecosystem partners
Networking mixer with the Bay’s most active builders
Apply to demo at the Sept event:
https://airtable.com/appQk3fM8t3nTh3WW/pag9qNb4n3LITIFn0/form
⭐ How to Apply
https://airtable.com/appQk3fM8t3nTh3WW/pag9qNb4n3LITIFn0/form
Can't make this month or want to be considered for a future month - just let us know in the form
Here is your chance to stand out as not just "another AI Startup in Silicon Valley"
⭐ Format
Each startup gets 2 minutes to present:
A product demo or live walkthrough, and a microphone.
The problem, solution, market insight, and traction
The “AI edge” behind the product
VCs provide feedback after each demo.
⭐ Who Should Attend
AI startups (Pre-Seed → Seed+) looking for exposure, feedback, or fundraising momentum
Investors scouting early technical talent
Corporate partners exploring pilots or AI innovation
Ecosystem builders supporting the founder community
⭐ Nov Edition — Nov 18
Join us at the Snowflake's AI Hub in Menlo Park as we open the series with a curated selection of early-stage AI companies, live insight from investors, and a community that’s actively building the future.
We will be in touch in the coming weeks with the chosen presenters
⭐ Prize
Featured Startup of the Month
Dedicated LinkedIn spotlight
Featured in Startup Grind SV newsletter
Priority slot for future events / SGC fast-track consideration
Optional sponsor perk
⭐ Bonus Prizes
If you’d like to pitch, host a future month, or explore sponsorship, reach out — this series was designed to be built with friends.
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