Startups & Investors Networking Palo Alto

Startup Valley — Palo Alto

A curated pitch night for startup founders, operators, angels and VC partners.

We design these sessions to help founders sharpen their thinking through direct, candid feedback — and to give strong investors access to serious teams.

What happens:

• 4-8 startups pitch live and receive feedback from angels and VC partners

• Feedback focuses on real decisions and next steps — not surface-level opinions

• Investors stay in the room before and after pitches

• The format leaves space for real conversations, not rushed networking

• Attendance is limited to keep the room focused

Designed for clear thinking, not noise.

Who you’ll meet:

Startup foundersAngel investors and VC partnersOperators in marketing, sales, and techAI engineersLocal and international foundersAI ExpertsFounders from Europe, Asia, and the United Kingdom

Practical details

For investors:We invite angel investors and VC partners to participate as judges and contributors.To become a judge, and get early access to our startups database, please fill out th the form. Join the judge table, meet other investors, and see what teams are building early.Founders need your experienced view.

For pitching startups:

Startups selected to pitch will present live on stage and receive feedback from investors.

After purchasing a ticket:

Please submit your pitch deck and ensure it is open for viewers.

Agenda

19:00 – 19:30RegistrationGuests register, receive badges, and event programs. This is an opportunity for casual networking, making first connections, and preparing for the event.

19:30 – 20:30Event Kickoff & Interactive NetworkingOfficial welcome from the organizers with a brief overview of the event goals and schedule. Interactive networking helps participants set their objectives and connect with key contacts.

20:40 – 21:20Startup Pitch SessionStartups present their projects to investors and experts. Each team has 5 minutes to pitch, covering the project's core idea, business model, and target market.

21:20 – 22:00Chill & NetworkingParticipants enjoy casual conversations with investors, discuss collaborations, and exchange ideas over refreshments.