Stanford Alumni PE & VC Networking Mixer
The Bay Area Founders Club is excited to host the "Stanford Alumni PE & VC Networking Mixer" in collaboration with the Stanford GSB VC Alumni Chapter, Stanford Angels & Entrepreneurs TC, Stanford Alumni WIN (Women’s Impact Network), and Stanford ASES on September 27th from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM at the Stanford campus.
Event Agenda
6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Pre-Event Networking
Kick off the evening by networking with PEs, VCs, and key players in the tech and investment communities. Food and drinks will be served.
7:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Exclusive Interview with Prof. Ilya Strebulaev (Stanford GSB Professor | Bestselling Author | LinkedIn Top Voice)
Moderated by Jing Kuang, Founding Partner at Y+ Ventures, alongside Team BFC, this interview will feature Prof. Ilya Strebulaev as he delves into 'The Venture Mindset'. Gain invaluable insights on how founders and entrepreneurs can foster a winning mindset to thrive in today’s competitive and fast-evolving business landscape.
7:30 PM - 7:40 PM
AI Investment Strategy with Andy Zhu (Warren Buffett Charity Lunch Winner)
Andy Zhu, renowned investor and 2015 Warren Buffett Charity Lunch winner, will offer his perspective on the evolving AI investment landscape. Gain exclusive insights into how top investors are navigating the world of AI startups.
7:40 PM - 7:45 PM
Special Book Giveaway
To add even more value to the event, Andy Zhu will be gifting 20 complimentary copies of Prof. Ilya’s national bestseller, The Venture Mindset, to lucky attendees.
Here’s how to get yours:
10 copies of "The Venture Mindset" will be given to those who Like, Comment, or Share this LinkedIn post.
10 additional copies will be handed out to participants attending in person on the event day.
7:45 PM - 8:30 PM
Networking and Book Signing Session
Cap off the night with an extended networking session, while also having the opportunity to purchase a signed copy of Prof. Ilya’s bestselling book, The Venture Mindset. Continue building connections and deepening your understanding of the venture world.
Here is a list of the speakers.
Ilya Strebulaev is a Professor of Finance and Private Equity at Stanford Graduate School of Business, a bestselling author, and a LinkedIn Top Voice. He founded and directs the Stanford GSB Venture Capital Initiative, which advances research on innovation and venture capital.
Andy Zhu is a distinguished investor with a remarkable track record of success. As the winner of the prestigious 2015 Warren Buffet Charity Lunch, Andy has earned a reputation for his deep expertise in building public companies and investing across a wide range of industries, including AI. If you're working on AI projects and looking to raise funding, don't miss this chance to connect with him in person.
Jing Kuang is the Founding Partner at Y+ Ventures, a venture capital fund focused on investing in innovative early-stage startups. In addition to her role at Y+ Ventures, she serves as the Chapter Leader of the Stanford GSB VC Alumni Chapter, where she fosters collaboration and growth within the venture capital community.
Dr. Paul Fang is the founder of the Bay Area Founders Club (BFC). Managed by a dedicated group of Stanford alumni and students, BFC is a thriving community of over 4,000 members, including more than 120 startups and over 80 venture capital firms. With most startups in our network raising $1-10 million, and some exceeding $20 million, our mission is to empower creators who aspire to make a global impact. We provide the essential resources, support, and connections needed to transform visionary ideas into reality. Subscribe to our LinkedIn, YouTube, Substack, Website, Luma, Twitter, Linktree to join the BFC Family!
About Co-hosts
Stanford GSB VC Alumni Chapter
The Stanford GSB VC Alumni Chapter is the premier community for Stanford GSB alumni who are trailblazers in the venture capital industry. As the official alumni chapter dedicated to the vibrant world of VC, we provide a dynamic platform for alumni to connect, collaborate, and catalyze change in the global venture ecosystem.
Stanford Angels and Entrepreneurs TC
Stanford Angels and Entrepreneurs is an official club under the Stanford Alumni Association. We seek to strengthen Stanford’s startup community by fostering relationships among entrepreneurs and alumni investors. Our community approach to the investment process creates diverse opportunities for education, professional development, advising / mentoring, and growing one’s business and investment portfolio. SA&E has helped fund over 20 startups to date, greatly impacting the Silicon Valley landscape.
Stanford Alumni Women’s Impact Network
The Stanford Alumni Women's Impact Network (WIN) connects the dynamic experiences of social-justice oriented Stanford alumni and affiliates to shift dialogue and impact change. This network provides a community of learning, opportunities for continued personal development, and avenues for engagement for feminist students & alumni across the globe.
ASES was founded at Stanford University in 1998 with the goal of connecting student entrepreneurs all over the world to create a global network of innovators. Decades later, ASES has many active branches around the world and provides programming that educates and connects the next generation of entrepreneurs. We challenge our members to expand outside the Silicon Valley and solve the world's problems for billions of everyday people.