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 June and beyond.

https://airtable.com/appQk3fM8t3nTh3WW/pag9qNb4n3LITIFn0/form

Each month we rotate across leading SF tech HQs, bringing together the community where it’s strongest: in person.

⭐ What to Expect

  • x10-15 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 May event:

https://airtable.com/appQk3fM8t3nTh3WW/pag9qNb4n3LITIFn0/form

⭐ How to Apply

  • Want a chance to present - complete this form and we'll be in touch

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

⭐ June Edition — June 2

  • Join us at Pilot.com offices in SF 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

  • One startup to be featured in Silicon Valley newsletter for Startup Grind

If you’d like to pitch, host a future month, or explore sponsorship, reach out — this series was designed to be built with friends.

Partners & Startup Supporters

Chargebee

Chargebee is a billing and monetization platform that helps fast-growing SaaS and AI companies automate billing, adapt pricing with agility, and scale their revenue operations seamlessly.

Bay Area Founders Club

The Bay Area Founders Club (BFC), founded by Dr. Paul Fang in Silicon Valley in 2022 and managed by a dedicated group of Stanford alumni and students, is a thriving community of over 100,000 members, including more than 5000 startups and over 1000 venture capital firms. With most startups in our network raising $1-10 million, and some exceeding $20 million, our mission is to empower creators who aspire to make a global impact. We provide the essential resources, support, and connections needed to transform visionary ideas into reality.

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