First Look SoCal 2023

Skirball Cultural Center 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles, CA, United States

The First Look SoCal Innovation Showcase is an annual conference celebrating the best very early-stage startups commercializing deep tech and life science breakthroughs from SoCal’s top research institutions.  The primary goal is to connect founders with investors, mentors, and executives with invaluable subject matter expertise to provide credible guidance and pre-seed/seed stage funding crucial to...

Fundraising in Today’s Market | AMA

Virtual via Zoom

The Alliance Series, Fundraising in Today's Market, continues with an "Ask Me Anything" conversation. ​​This event is for founders looking to level up their fundraising game and hear from local investors actively investing in SoCal companies.  ​​This month, you can ask any questions you have about fundraising with two active Los Angeles investors: Raphael Leopold...

Commercial Space from LEO to Lunar

Cahill Center for Astronomy and Astrophysics 1216 E California Blvd, Pasadena, California

The Southern California Aerospace / Defense business base is booming as Commercial Space or “New Space” companies bring innovation to rockets, "miniature" satellites, unmanned air vehicles, and defense electronics.  The industry is booming in both development and manufacturing.  In parallel today's vibrant technologies have expanded the tools for entrepreneurs and innovation.  Our speakers will look...

Alliance/Techstars Leader Roundtable: Digital Transformation

The Alliance for SoCal Innovation and Techstars host a tour of the USC Viterbi Maker Space followed by a roundtable discussion on digital transformation. AGENDA 3:00 - Arrival & registration 3:15 - Tour of Baum Family Maker Space 3:45 - Welcome & introductions by attendees 4:20 - Panel Discussion 4:55 - Moderated roundtable discussion with all...

Wine Tasting – South American Reds

BioscienceLA 4130 Overland Ave, Culver City, California, United States

The Alliance's Leadership Engagement and Discussion (LEAD) continues! In conjunction with BioscienceLA, we're hosting an evening of networking and wine tasting! This invitation only opportunity will bring together a small group of SoCal leaders to explore the wines of South America.

SVP Founder Alumni Reception

The Alliance is hosting an Alumni Reception for the SoCal companies accepted into the SoCal Venture Pipeline (SVP). This invite-only event will celebrate the entrepreneurial journey of the SVP Alumni companies with food, drinks, and good company with fellow founders in a fun relaxed atmosphere. The SVP Alumni will also hear from a panel of...

MedTech Minds© Mastermind | APRIL 2023

University Lab Partners 5270 California Ave Suite 300, Irvine

Are you ready to meet and network with the leading innovators and professionals in the life sciences industry? Do you have a medical device, biotech, or healthcare company or startup that you're looking to grow? Are you seeking expert guidance on how to navigate your career in medtech or biotech? MedTech Minds is the must-attend...

$20

Edwards Roundtable & Tour

Edwards Lifesciences 1 Edwards Way,, Irvine, California

This is an invite-only event. A private tour of Edwards’ campus and labs, followed by a roundtable discussion on the bio-design process and concluding with a luncheon privately catered at Edwards. Connect with an impressive group of SoCal’s premier life science and healthcare innovation leaders to discuss the ins and outs of the bio-design process...

How to Recruit, Develop, and Retain Top Talent

Zoom

A high-level discussion that empowers small businesses to compete in the marketplace and thrive with limited capital through the strategic use of benefits. All knowledge & experience levels are welcome! This workshop will be delivered online. This workshop is part of This Week at Hub101 (TWAH), a series of free, weekly, interactive workshops open to...

Innovation Discussion and Tour of Illumina

Illumina 5200 Illumina Way, San Diego, California

Join us for a packed morning of discovery and connection. We’ll start with a private tour of Illumina’s campus and labs, followed by a roundtable discussion about the strategies and challenges of building an innovation portfolio, and conclude with a delicious luncheon at La Jolla’s Seasons 52. Event Sponsors

Climatetech Startup Mixer and Live Pitching

Blankspaces, Santa Monica

Calling all climatetech, cleantech, sustainability, circular economy startups! Join the Cleantech Open to find out more about the world's longest-running cleantech business accelerator as we kick-off our 2023 program. Network with fellow entrepreneurs and cleantech enthusiasts, meet with our Director, Metro Director, mentors and ambassadors, learn about our 2023 accelerator program, hear from mentors and...

$10

MedTech Minds© Mastermind | FEBRUARY 2023

The Cove @ UC Irvine

Are you ready to meet and network with the leading innovators and professionals in the life sciences industry? Do you have a medical device, biotech, or healthcare company or startup that you're looking to grow? Are you seeking expert guidance on how to navigate your career in medtech or biotech? MedTech Minds is the must-attend...

$20