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​AI is moving fast, changing how we work, create, and even think. But the biggest leaps happen when visionary founders, investors, and leaders unite in a high-trust space to collaborate authentically.

​AI Insiders is more than an event, it’s a carefully curated network for those actively shaping AI’s future. It’s designed to spark meaningful connections and unlock real opportunities.

​Event Schedule

​6:30 PM – Check-In + Networking

​7:30 PM – Keynote: Vision Behind AI Insiders (Merve Isler & Bhavya Gupta)

​7:45 PM – Fireside Chat: What’s Next in AI? (Ronjon Nag & David Hefter, moderated by Josh Constine)

​8:15 PM – AI Lightning Pitch: 5 Startups Defining the Future

​Moderated by TechUnicorn (Delia Larezescu) – Influencer, startup scout, and storyteller. She’s known for surfacing the most promising tech founders across social platforms. Expect sharp intros, fast pitches, and fresh ideas.

​8:45 PM – 🎹 AI Piano Performance (AyseDeniz Gokcin)

​9:15 PM – Networking & Final Conversations

​Exciting Lineup

​Ronjon Nag

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Inventor, serial entrepreneur, and Professor at Stanford University, Ronjon has shaped AI and mobile technology for over three decades. He founded transformative startups such as Lexicus and Cellmania, acquired by tech giants Apple, Motorola and BlackBerry. As President of R42 Group, he invests in breakthrough AI and longevity ventures, recognized with prestigious awards including the IET Mountbatten Medal and IEEE-SCV Outstanding Engineer Award. Learn more at https://profiles.stanford.edu/ronjon-nag

​AyseDeniz Gokcin

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A globally acclaimed pianist and composer pioneering the blend of AI and classical music. Through her “Classical Regenerated” project, she uses machine learning to channel iconic composers. She recently showcased her work at TED AI in San Francisco.
Learn more at adpianist.com

​David Hefter

​Director at BlackRock, is the AI Champion for Private Markets investing, leading strategy and adoption. He has over 20 years’ experience at BlackRock in various functions across Aladdin and Investments, both the public and private. In the AI role, Mr. Hefter has been instrumental to the firmwide rollout and adoption of Microsoft Copilot, he produces a weekly firmwide AI newsletter, has onboarded AI vendors, led several in-house proof-of-concept builds, and is a thought leader for this space.

​Josh Constine

​Josh Constine is a venture partner at $2.1 billion early-stage VC fund SignalFire that builds AI to help its portfolio companies with recruiting and sales. He focuses on consumer, including social, marketplaces, and AI-enabled services. He also leads SignalFire’s PR and fundraising advisory program for its portfolio. Previously, Constine was Editor-At-Large for TechCrunch and was ranked the #1 most cited tech journalist 2016-2020 by Techmeme.

​Delia Larezescu aka TechUnicorn 🦄

​Tech influencer, creator, and startup scout, Delia is the force behind TechUnicorn, a viral brand with over 600,000 followers across LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. She’s become a go-to voice for discovering and elevating breakout tech founders and trends. At AI Insiders, she’ll be taking the stage to spotlight 5 startups during the Lightning Pitch session, offering the crowd an inside look at the next big thing in AI.

​Merve Isler

​Founder & CEO of Marvelous, an AI agent that transforms marketing spend into measurable, high-impact in-person brand experiences. A globally recognized community builder, Merve has spoken at 300+ events worldwide, launched and scaled 160+ thriving communities, and was named a Top Community Professional in the World. She has advised AI community programs for the United Nations, covered Silicon Valley’s top tech stories on Bloomberg HT, and partnered with leading brands to craft high-impact engagement strategies. Her expertise in blending technology, AI, and human connection makes her uniquely positioned to redefine how brands activate communities and drive engagement. Schedule a demo: themarvelo.us

​Bhavya Gupta

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Cybersecurity lead at Stanford University, Bhavya ensures security stays at the forefront of innovation in tech and AI. She’s been helping host Stanford CyberFest for six years, uniting top security researchers, policymakers, and industry leaders to tackle AI’s biggest risks.

​Who Should Attend

• ​AI Founders & Operators – Engage with strategic investors and partners.

• ​Investors & VCs – Scout the next wave of breakout AI companies.

• ​Corporate & Tech Executives – Discover AI adoption strategies and partnership opportunities.

• ​AI Researchers & Innovators – Propel advancements in AGI, autonomous agents, and deep learning.

​Partners

​We're already on REUTERS thanks to our media sponsor Pirix.co: https://www.reuters.com/press-releases/pirix-expands-media-visibility-sponsors-marvelous-ai-insiders-event-2025-03-06/

​Marvelous - Powers data-driven IRL marketing that actually converts, helping brands connect with their ideal audience through curated real-world experiences.

​BridgeX Ventures is an early-stage AI fund based in San Francisco, investing across the value chain of AI in the world’s two leading ecosystems.

​Zania – A San Francisco-based AI security company focused on autonomous agents that enhance enterprise security and compliance operations.

​Peaka - The safest way to bring structured data into your AI workflows.

​TheAgentic - TheAgentic is an AI infrastructure company, helping AI founders, startups and SaaS companies to build mission critical AI agent applications.

​HC Consulting - Shaping the AI security & governance ecosystem through community-first consulting.

​Media Coverage
Influencers, San Francisco, and national tech outlets will cover AI Insiders, offering prime visibility for speakers, startups, and sponsors.

​Interested in sponsoring? Please complete this form. Once approved, you'll be invited to our exclusive AI Insiders VIP Dinner in the coming weeks, a perfect opportunity to build meaningful connections with fellow sponsors, speakers, and AI leaders.

​Upcoming AI Insiders Events

• ​March: AI Insiders: The Launch

• ​April: AI Insiders: Media & Content

• ​May: AI Insiders: Fintech & Payments

• ​June: AI Insiders: Cybersecurity & Defense

• ​July: AI Insiders: Healthcare & Biotech

• ​September: AI Insiders: Government & Public Sector

​By joining the launch, you're stepping into an exclusive network of AI pioneers shaping the future, far beyond just one night. We welcome all AI ecosystem builders and visionaries. Be part of the movement.

​Attendance & Registration

• ​Limited to 150 curated attendees.

• ​Gov ID or passport required for entry

• ​Must be registered and approved

• ​Hosted by AWS Loft

​Code of Conduct: Speakers and guests must follow the AWS Community Codes of Conduct and agree to the AWS Event Terms and Conditions.

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