Women in AI Breakfast: Latest AI Investments Trends & Technologies @ Perkins Coie
We’re hosting an exclusive breakfast for Women founders at Perkins Coie, co-hosted by Mariane Bekker, CEO of Women Founders Bay.
This event brings together leading voices from the world of AI, venture capital, and technology to explore the latest investment trends, breakthrough technologies, and the transformative role of women in shaping the future of AI.
🗓️ Agenda – Celebrating Women Founders & Innovators in AI
10:30 am - 11:00 am | Arrival & Breakfast Networking
11:00 am - 11:30 am | Expert Panel: Best Practices for Building with AI
Learn practical insights on how founders and engineers are leveraging AI to build cutting-edge products, improve operational efficiency, and solve real-world problems.
Topics Include:
How women founders are using AI to gain a competitive edge
Balancing innovation with responsible AI practices
Top tools and frameworks for building scalable AI solutions
Panelists:
Tiffany Saade, AI Security Researcher, Stanford University
Mansi More, GenAI Engineer, Be Human(e)
Meri Nora, ML Engineer, Founder, Break Into Data
Megan Kain, Head of operations, Quantum Society
11:30 am - 12:00 pm | Investor Insights: Raising Funding for AI Startups
Top VCs and angel investors share what they’re looking for in AI startups in 2025. Get insider advice on pitching, positioning your tech, and navigating the current fundraising landscape.
Topics Include:
AI investment trends and sectors investors are excited about
Must-have metrics for AI startup fundraising
How women founders can stand out in a competitive funding environment
Panelists:
Mariane Bekker, General Partner, Founder Bay
Lochan Alagh, Managing Partner, VC Next
Niha Gottiparthy, Investor, Emergent Ventures
12:00 pm - 12:15 pm | VIP Only Networking with the speakers
Private meet and greet with the speakers for VIP only
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm | Networking
Continue the conversation, connect with panelists, founders, investors, and fellow attendees to build valuable relationships and explore new opportunities.
🌐 What to Expect
✅ Expert Insights from Founders & Investors
Learn from leading voices in AI, venture capital, and technology.
✅ Curated Networking
Meet fellow women founders, engineers, investors, and industry allies.
✅ Actionable Takeaways
Gain practical tools for building your AI product and raising capital.
✅ Celebration of Women in AI
Be part of a movement recognizing and amplifying the leadership of women in technology.
🔥 Who Should Attend?
Women founders and engineers in AI, deep tech, and emerging technologies
Venture capitalists and angel investors investing in AI and supporting diverse founders
Allies, advocates, and champions for diversity and inclusion in tech & AI
💡 Why Attend?
🚀 Exclusive insights into the future of AI investments and technologies
💻 Learn practical strategies to build and launch your AI MVP
🌐 Celebrate and amplify the contributions of women in AI
🤝 Build connections to advance your career, startup, or investment network
Let’s come together to amplify women’s voices in AI and redefine what’s possible!
Hosted By:
Women Founders Bay is a nonprofit supporting female founders through events, network, workshops, and resources. Our mission to decrease the gender funding gap. Please support us by donating to Women Founders Bay here.
Founders Bay is a membership community of 45,000 founders and VCs coming together to grow their startups through curated weekly events, expert-led virtual workshops, and educational resources. Proudly women-owned and operated by Mariane Bekker, we are dedicated to empowering a diverse and inclusive startup ecosystem. Subscribe to our newsletter and become a member today.
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Quantum Society bridges AI and quantum frontiers: a collective from NASA, DARPA. IBM, and Stanford dedicated to advancing quantum technology through real-world applications. Through workshops, panels, and events we aim to accelerate the future of quantum.