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Venture Plates: Brunch with Immigrant Founders & Investors

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โ€‹๐Ÿ“ Restaurant in Mountain View, CA (will be emailed 2 days before the event)
๐Ÿ“… Saturday, April 12 | 11 AM - 2 PM
๐ŸŽŸ Limited to 20 founders | First come, first served
๐Ÿ‘” Dress Code: Blue and/or Navy


โ€‹๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Where Deals Begin Over Brunch โ˜•

โ€‹Forget the formal pitch decks. Forget the stiff networking events.

โ€‹At Venture Plates hosted by the Femigrants Foundation, weโ€™re gathering immigrant startup founders and investors for a laid-back yet high-impact brunch experienceโ€”because we know that the best connections happen over good food and real conversations.


โ€‹Confirmed Investors joining the brunch!

  • โ€‹Serephina Ha, Managing Director, Founder Institute

  • โ€‹Joli Zhang, Investor, Partner, VU Venture Partners

  • โ€‹Dr. Prasun, Founding Partner, M7 Healthcare Accelerator

  • โ€‹Iris Chen, Investor, Aurum Equity Partners

  • โ€‹Jyotika Gupta, Investor & Partner, z21 Ventures


โ€‹The brunch offers Turkish-style open buffet where youโ€™ll indulge in:
๐Ÿฅ Freshly baked Bรถreks (many types)
๐Ÿฏ Sweet honey & jams
๐Ÿง€ Variety of cheeses & butter
๐Ÿ‰ Fresh fruits & vegetables
๐Ÿฅš Traditional Menemen
๐Ÿซ– Turkish tea, coffee & fresh juices
...and more!

โ€‹But this event is more than just great food.


โ€‹Why You Should Join Us:

โ€‹โœ… Authentic Conversations, No Pressure โ€“ Investors donโ€™t just invest in ideas; they invest in people and relationships. This setting allows founders and investors to connect without the pressure of a formal pitch.

โ€‹โœ… Build Trust & Long-Term Relationships โ€“ Whether an investment happens now or later, this is an opportunity to build strong, genuine connections in a relaxed and family-friendly environment.

โ€‹โœ… Exclusive & Intimate Setting โ€“ With only 16 seats available, this isnโ€™t just another crowded networking event. Youโ€™ll get direct access to like-minded immigrant founders and investors in a setting designed for meaningful discussions.

โ€‹โœ… Supportive Founder Community โ€“ Being an immigrant entrepreneur comes with unique challenges. This brunch is designed to help you connect with others on the same journey, share insights, and build a support system.


โ€‹Ready to pull up a chair at the Venture Table?

โ€‹๐Ÿ”น Spots are limited, and registration is first-come, first-served. If tickets are sold out, join the waitlist for a chance to secure a spot.
๐Ÿ”น Want to bring a guest? They must register separately via Luma.

โ€‹Secure your seat now and be part of this one-of-a-kind brunch experience where ideas, people, and opportunities come together.


โ€‹RESERVATION:

โ€‹โ€‹Spaces are limited to ensure meaningful conversations.

โ€‹โ€‹Reserve your seat today and take a crucial step towards realizing your entrepreneurial vision!

โ€‹โ€‹P.S. We don't sell tickets at the door! The registration closes a day before the event.

โ€‹โ€‹The tickets are non-refundable.


โ€‹โ€‹EVENT ORGANIZER

โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹This event is organized by AYTAKIN ALIYEVA, Forbes and Business Insider Featured Community Builder and Founder of the Femigrants Foundation.

โ€‹โ€‹Aytakin is a podcast host called "Verso Talk with Aytakin" and LinkedIn Influencer.

โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹Femigrants (501c3) is a global community of diverse female immigrants in business and STEAM in Silicon Valley. We connect immigrant women to business and career growth resources through unique and memorable event experiences.

โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹As the Founder of the Femigrants Foundation, Aytakin orchestrates exceptional event experiences in Silicon Valley, fostering meaningful connections among female immigrants from diverse backgrounds and equipping them with valuable career and business resources.

โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹Aytakin's impactful work as a community leader has earned her international recognition, including double gold awards from the prestigious Women Changing The World Awards. Additionally, she was honored as one of the Top 25 Female Influencers of 2023 by WomElle, solidifying her position as a trailblazer in her field.

โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹Her compelling journey in cultivating the Femigrants community has garnered widespread attention, earning her media coverage in esteemed outlets such as Forbes, Business Insider, Yahoo Finance (twice), AP News, Washington Post, Intuit, Huffmag, London Daily Post, and more.

โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹Besides leading the Femigrants Foundation, Aytakin worked at Fortune 500 Tech companies such as Instagram, Oculus, NVIDIA, and HTC VIVE, leading digital marketing and creative operations teams.


โ€‹โ€‹FEMIGRANTS FOUNDATION

โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹Founded in 2017 by the immigrant founder, Aytakin (Ika) Aliyeva, Femigrants is a global community (501c3 non-profit) of diverse female immigrants in startups, investments, businesses, and tech. At Femigrants, we connect immigrant leaders to business and career growth resources through unique events and training programs.

โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹FEMIGRANTS MEMBERSHIP PROGRAMS

โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹If you plan to attend multiple events organized by Femigrants, becoming an official member will save you money. We offer discounted prices exclusively to Femigrants community members. To receive discounts on this event and future events, join the Femigrants Community now!


โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹PHOTOS from PREVIOUS EVENTS


โ€‹โ€‹PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT TERMS

โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹*You and your guest must be 21+ with ID to attend this event.

โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹Political and Religious Discourse:

โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹Femigrants Foundation is a nonpartisan organization (501c3).

โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹*The Femigrants Foundation does not endorse any political or religious viewpoints, and we do not approve of any discussions or speeches about political issues or religion. โ€‹

โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹We encourage all members, participants, volunteers, speakers, and sponsors to respect this principle and engage in dialogue that aligns with our mission of empowerment, connection, and support for female immigrants.


โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹Assumption of Responsibility:
By participating in this event, you acknowledge your responsibility for any accidents or damages that may be caused by your actions. Furthermore, you agree not to hold the Femigrants Foundation or any of the event supporters accountable for any losses, damages, injuries, or unforeseeable incidents.

โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹Consent to Share Information with Sponsors:

โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹By registering for this event, you consent to the sharing of your full name and email address with our event sponsors. This information may be used for sponsor-related communications and networking purposes. We respect your privacy, and your details will only be shared with our trusted sponsors. If you have any concerns, please contact us directly prior to the event.

โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹Media Release:
In the course of your participation in the event, you grant Femigrants Foundation permission to capture photographs and videos for event documentation and promotional purposes.

โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹By registering for Femigrants events, you grant permission for your photos and videos to be featured in news media, news articles, or related media outlets for marketing purposes.

โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹Your agreement also acknowledges the potential inclusion of visual content captured during the event in various Femigrants' media outlets, including but not limited to Femigrants' website, social media platforms, newsletters, and other promotional materials.

โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹Consent to Email Communication:
By registering for this event, you consent to receive email communications from the Femigrants Foundation and its affiliated programs regarding event updates and information that may be of interest to you.

โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹Non-Refundable Tickets:
Please be aware that tickets for this event are non-refundable. If you are unable to attend, you retain the option to transfer your ticket to a friend or team member who can attend in your stead. Please email events@femigrants.com to transfer your ticket. A minimum of 7 business days before the event is required to transfer your ticket to your friend or colleague. We do not accept last-minute requests.

Location
Mountain View
CA, USA
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