​We run large monthly events, and people are asking for smaller, more intimate gatherings to connect further.

​There's no better way to do that than over dinner. A hardware focused dinner.

​We're going to try 30 person dinners, 3 courses, great venues, with a curated guest list on theme.

​This is for consumer hardware professionals

• ​Engineers + Builders in Hardware

• ​Founders in Hardware

• ​Investors in Hardware

​We also welcome all stage: startup to scale up.

​What's included in the dinner?

• ​3x courses (first bite, main course, and dessert)

• ​1x mixed drink with extra options

• ​2hrs to connect over dinner discussion

• ​All emails + intros will be sent after the event for further connection

​Thank you to our co-hosts!

​​Kickstarter is on a mission to bring creative projects to life. As the leading crowdfunding and product launch platform, we’ve built the world’s largest backer community—23 million strong and counting—to support bold ideas and groundbreaking innovation. From next-generation gadgets and AI-powered tools to sustainable design solutions, we help creators secure early funding, validate ideas, and bring their visions to market. With more than 275,000 projects launched and over $8 billion in pledges, the platform continues to fuel the future of design and technology.

​​Peak Design creates award-winning bags, camera accessories, and a rugged ecosystem of phone mounts—engineered for those who demand thoughtful, high-performance gear. For over 12 years, they've redefined carry solutions with radical design, unparalleled functionality, and an unwavering commitment to sustainability.

​^ They've had one of the most successful kickstarters in history raising $5M in first week and are up to $8.5M+ for their new roller pro carry on. More here.

​About Studio 55 (SoMa)

​Studio 55 (SoMa) is the new location for the hardware community by the studio team! The studio is home for the collective professional hardware community building physical products in the Bay Area. Learn more about new memberships here!

​​Agenda

​​​6:30-7:00 - Arrival, mingle, grab refreshments
7:00-8:15 - Dinner + Discuss
8:15-8:30 - Asks + Offers

​​​​If you want to help support the next meetup or dinner, please reach out to michael (at) hardwaremeetup (dot) com for sponsorship inquiries.

​​See you soon!

​​This event is part of SF Hardware Meetup, which hosts monthly demo nights.