From Vision to Venture: Insights from Industry Visionaries
Please note this event is in the Bay Area on March 9th.
Join us on March 9th for an extraordinary event featuring three trailblazing leaders, Vivienne Ming, Li Song, and Jun Li. They’ll bring a wealth of experience and innovation to the table. Don't miss this opportunity to gain insights from these exceptional leaders and delve into the future of innovation and entrepreneurship!
Dress Code: Blue
Vivienne Ming
Vivienne Ming is the Founder & Executive Chair at Socos Labs. She is a theoretical neuroscientist, entrepreneur, author, and mother of two, recognized for her groundbreaking research and AI inventions featured in The Financial Times, The Atlantic, and the New York Times. Through her mad science incubator, The Human Trust, she spearheads projects addressing global challenges, while also designing AI systems to aid her son's diabetes treatment, predict manic episodes, and reunite orphan refugees with family. Vivienne's impactful work extends to serving on boards like UC Berkeley's Neurotech Collider Hub and RFK Human Rights. In her downtime, she enjoys writing science fiction and spending quality time with her family.
Li Song
Li Song is the Managing Director of Asia at Silicon Valley Bank. With over two decades of experience, he spearheads SVB’s banking initiatives for VC/PE and innovation companies across Asia, driving strategy, execution, and growth. Since joining SVB in 2000, Li has personally engaged with over 1,000 startups on both sides of the Pacific, witnessing their journeys from inception to market success or challenges. Leveraging his vast experience, Li distills key growth drivers and pitfalls, generously sharing insights with clients, prospects, and the broader Asian American innovation community in the US. In his early career, Li served as a global trade aide in the upper echelons of the Chinese government, accompanying President Jiang Zemin and Premier Li Peng on more than 20 overseas state visits.
Jun Li
Jun Li, visionary General Partner at Wisemont Capital, leads the charge in Silicon Valley and Seattle, championing early-stage tech startups in AI, SaaS, and Cyber Security. Her portfolio boasts successful investments in Weride. ai, Stellar Cyber, and other dynamic ventures, including two unicorn companies. Beyond investments, Jun is a board member and global chapter chair at the Tsinghua Entrepreneur and Executive Club, nurturing entrepreneurship worldwide. She also mentors in the Lighthouse program, supporting the development of Chinese American young leaders. Prior to her venture capital role, Jun's tenure as Senior Vice President at Beyondsoft saw her steer US Startup investment and Strategic Account Business Group, achieving remarkable revenue growth recognized by the 2014 Global Preferred Supplier Excellence Award from Microsoft.
Whether you're a female founder, looking for a female co-founder, a female professional with startup, M&A, or corporate strategy experience, or simply curious about the latest trends and developments in these fields, don't miss this opportunity to gain insights into the latest innovations in business and entrepreneurs. Register now to reserve your spot!
Lastly, we invite you to wear blue to the event as a symbol of your support for the advancements. We look forward to seeing you there!
FAQ
Q: Who can join the event?
A: This event is for female founders, those looking for a female co-founder, female professionals with startup, M&A, or corporate strategy experience, or anyone simply curious about the latest trends and developments in these fields.
Q: Can I bring my child to the event?
A: We recommend not bringing children to the event unless you can ensure that they will be quiet throughout the entire duration of the event. Our speakers will be discussing complex and technical topics, and we want to ensure that all attendees can fully engage and benefit from the presentations. However, if you do choose to bring your child, please be mindful of their behavior and keep them quiet during the event. Thank you for your understanding.
Q: Will food be provided at the event?
A: While the event is free to attend, we will be providing some drinks or water during the event, but we will not be providing a full lunch. We encourage attendees to plan their own lunch after the event. Additionally, we would greatly appreciate any donation.
Many thanks to the sponsors and partners below for supporting our event!
Sponsors:
Silicon Valley Bank
Partners:
Incepvision Law
Play Date Care
Taro
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