Inside the Pitch: Three VCs on What They Look For In Early AI and Deep Tech Teams

​Join us for a conversation with three leading venture capitalists who are actively backing the next generation of AI and deep tech startups: Habib Haddad (E14 Fund), Latif Peracha (M13), and Yaz El-Baba (Emergence Capital).

​They’ll share how they think about early-stage fundraising, what stands out in a pitch, and what they’re excited about in today’s fast-moving startup environment. This is a chance to hear directly from the people who decide which ideas get funded.

​We'll cover:

• ​How each got into venture and what shaped their view on investing

• ​The trends and technologies they’re watching right now, especially in AI and deep tech

• ​What makes a pitch memorable, and the common pitfalls they see in early teams

• ​Real stories from companies that have experienced breakout growth, including Maven, Lightning Labs, Prepared, Bland, Bolt, Formlabs, Together AI, & MosaicML

• ​Open Q&A, bring your questions!

​Join us for happy hour at Flat Top Johnny's after the panel!