Pitch online to CVC's/VC's/angels+1 investor meet@SJSU

www.pitchglobal.comPitch Global(www.pitchglobal.com) and ---Silicon Valley’s first --- PG CVC Accelerator (www.pitchglobalcvc.mn.co), backed by funding& mentoring Agencies of Cal Gov’s Office of Economic Development of which we are a long term affiliateOur Founder KC was involved in co-hosting some of the largest investor events in SF & Silicon Valley but realized that organizing smaller, more curated events with a core culture (built in our case over philanthropy where he served on the local Board of Leukemia& Lymphoma Society with other prominent investors)   where  people have deeper connections is of the most value to entrepreneurs.  So KC exited his previous platforms and launched Pitch Global in early 2016. The following is a  video is from our launch event; of special mention are 2 investors featured here:Vish Mishra, VC with Clearstone and  Former long term President of TIE SV/TIECON; andRobert Winter, VC with Da Vinci Capital, and early investor in Nvidia where he has generated 100000 X ROI.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o0hr_ikCVwgHow we started working with CVC’s: Axel—who was  US CEO of R VC Fund of Funds, investors in IVP & other leading funds,  came on board soon after as the Founding EIR (Entrepreneur-in-Residence). We were approached by Japanese conglomerate Ricoh, to help spin out their (non-core) Medtech division into a separate company. We not only led a successful spin out, we  also found them a Lead Investor, a doctor from Stanford,  who later became the CEO of the spinout.  When COVID hit, we predicted that CVC’s investing early stage would become a huge trend, and with the support of our backers at the State of Ca, we have not only  built the Silicon Valley CVC network but also created a global footprint.The following article on one of the Agency sites explains how Pitch Global is  connected with State of California Funding & Mentoring Agencies; the majority of Telemetrak’s funding is from Caltech Angels which they met at our event, and with our State of Ca funded Mentoring, they started getting repeated Govt Grants and Federal Contracts and turned profitable and deferred their next round.  www.norcalsbdc.org/client-stories/telemetrakEntrepreneurs at Pitch Global has gone on to raise $ 1b + since inception. Entrepreneurs who are part of our State of Ca funded Mentoring has raised $ 250 m+ in the last few years.Following is a recent update about some recent funding examples from funds like Caltech Angels, Wharton Angels  etc  at our events along with  coverage of our Climate Tech and Deep Tech/AI vericals.  thelosangelestribune.com/2023/12/27/unique_startup_investment_updates_from_our_cvcs_vcs_and_angels .We have merged our Corporate VC, Govt& Impact Funding (CGIF) Summit with Alliance Indus Foundation ---which joins the Govts of USA, India, Dubai/Saudi etc at the highest level and provides unparalleled access to Govt Grants Givers and Head of States--where our Founder has joined as Secretary of the Board. View footage from our first joint Summit ---with introduction of 25 VC’s & CVC’s at the beginning +Masterclass from Grants Advisor & entrepreneurs who has raised Govt Grants from our Mentoring---- with Speakers like Chair Emeritus of India Caucus Congressman Brad Sherman, Ca Treasurer, Chief Minister of Gujarat, Health Minister of India etc. https://youtu.be/BwRApwcDulEOur vision is to be a leading  global platform  for CVC’s to connect with entrepreneurs, VC’s, Family Offices, Govt Funding. View the launch of our “How CVC’s/VC’s/Family Offices/govt Funding/entrepreneurs can work together” event co-hosted with our long term Board Member, Alexandra Johnson of elite GTS Conference, who co-founded Draper VTB Fund with Tim Draper.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uTh0Ra-clnQ.Verticals where we have world class investor network:Lifesciences/Health TechHeaded by EIR Gerry Baranano –who started & ran programs for State of Ca and & is  also EIR at Vanderbilt Lifesciences& Member Stanford Angels. We have launched event series keynoted by the Vice Chair of Mayo Clinic Innovation, Jennie Kung, and have firm plans to expand overseas at venues like Dubai(Arab Health), London etc.. Watch Nobel Laureate Dr Thomas Sudhof of Stanford Medicine & Sanofi Board Member, speaking at our annual event at JP Morgan before COVID.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WYe5MlFvYDsTo provide  recent examples of the multiplier effect founders can achieve in our Lifesciences eco system, Dean Hu, Founder of Savage Bio, presented in our UC Berkeley co-hosted online event where he met with Dr Sammy Datwani, Dealflow Chair of Lifesciences Angels, which let to an investment. At our next event, he met with Dr Chris Apfel, Lifesciences Chair of Keiretsu Forum, which did their due diligence based on which, an old colleague of Dean, with a recent large exit, invested almost $ 40 m and took the next round. Mayo Clinic has invested in cos from our eco system, like Lifeline Medical. They have also provided free access to their large data to several of our regulars, one of which, Swiss/German based Neopredix, which went back to become part of Mayo’s cohort a 2nd time, has now gone through due diligence with another of our CVC investors who they met at our events.Climate Tech & Mobility:  Headed by EIR Jim Hurd, early investor with Keiretsu Forum and investor in flying car company he met at our event and backed by some of the most well connected CVC’S and law firms in the area, we have incredible investor network in this area. We have also become part of 9zero.com Accelerator in SF.Deeptech/AI: This vertical was launched by our former EIR, Deborah Magid, after she retired from IBM Ventures. We have launched  CVC Cohort in association with SJSU, where we are long term super-Mentors as well.Semicon and other emerging “tech enabled” verticals like Agtech, consumer tech etc. Watch footage from  Semicon CVC & AI launch event with leaders from leading CVC’s and Mckinsey https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NyglPWAkwmA&t=10sWe also have a very powerful CVC Awards Nominating Committee with some of the most well connected CVC’s in the world who are also past Awardees with special focus on “vericalizing” the Awards and creating Industry specific CVC Boards.Nominations Committee --MembersHee Suk Jung, Head of Investments SK Discovery.David “Dede” Goldschmidt, Vice President & Managing Director Samsung Catalyst Fund.Tarik Galijasevik,  Head of Allstate Strategic Ventures.Jim Hurd, Secretary.  EIR –Climate Tech at Pitch GlobalCVC Accelerator Thought Leadership library  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ3VOe-STQWRrCOIz_X1NnA .Any questions:  startups@pitchglobal.com

PITCH GLOBAL

Pitch Global: Empowering Entrepreneurs, Driving Economic Impact​Pitch Global works with trusted partners from premier California universities (UC Berkeley, SJSU, UCSD, UCSF), and has hosted over 100 events, amplifying entrepreneurs' voices by equipping them with the tools, insights, and investor mindset needed to secure funding and fuel success.​Most years, Pitch Global hosts one of the most dynamic and impactful virtual investor events in the Silicon Valley ecosystem. These events feature a lineup of exceptional opportunities for global entrepreneurs, including:<ul><li>​​Keynote Speakers: Expect one to three distinguished experts, such as legendary VC Ben Narasin, former NEA Partner and Founder of Tenacity Ventures.</li><li>​​Investor Participation: Engage with up to 10 featured investors and 15–20 additional investors selected from our extensive network of thousands of influential professionals.</li><li>​​Prominent Organizations: Meet senior investors from renowned groups like CISCO, TDK Ventures, Stanford Angels, Harvard Angels, Keiretsu Forum, Caltech Angels, Samsung Catalyst Fund, Hypertherm Ventures, US Angels, IPO Group, and more.</li></ul>​As a Norcal SBDC initiative, backed by the California Governor's Office of Economic Development and the Small Business Administration, we recently convened the Pitch Global CVC Leadership Conference. This landmark event brought together top-tier Corporate Venture Capitalists (CVCs) and investors fueling Silicon Valley startups that drive economic growth and job creation. Watch highlights, including intros from 25 CVCs and VCs, and impactful keynotes from our CVC Summit: Watch Now.​Pitch Global is also bridging global innovation, with growing interest from Japanese CVCs eager to invest in Silicon Valley’s dynamic startups. Many of our showcased startups have already secured funding from Japan-based CVCs. To capitalize on this trend, we’ve introduced a Japan-focused track at our upcoming event, featuring industry experts and leading CVCs sharing actionable strategies for securing funding and forging partnerships. Whether you’re a startup eyeing East Asian expansion or a CVC seeking cutting-edge opportunities, Pitch Global fosters transformative connections in a collaborative, growth-driven environment.​Join us to shape the future of innovation and investment. <h2>​Agenda* :</h2>​​​9:00 to 9.05 AM: Welcome from Pitch Global

​9.05 to 9.20 AM: Keynote Interview of <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/bennarasin/?utm_source=luma" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/bennarasin/?utm_source=luma" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Benjamin Narasin</a>, Founder, Tenacity Venture Capital.​9.20 to 9.35 AM: Keynote Interview of <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/raymondzheng/?utm_source=luma" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/raymondzheng/?utm_source=luma" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Raymond Zheng</a>, leading strategic investments and open innovation activities for Honda Corporate Venturing.​9.35 to 9.50 AM: Keynote Interview of <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/zafer-sahinoglu/?utm_source=luma" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/zafer-sahinoglu/?utm_source=luma" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Zafer Sahinoglu</a>, VP Innovation, GM - Mitsubishi Electric Innovation Center.​9.50 to 11.35 AM: Selected startups present online​​After the Event: Presenters matched with Investors and introduced via email.​*There may be slight modifications in the agenda closer to the event date.​​This virtual pitch event is your gateway to connecting with Silicon Valley’s most well-connected investors via Zoom. Whether you're seeking funding or strategic guidance, this is your chance to take center stage.​​A Legacy of Success with Pitch Global In partnership with various Universities, Pitch Global has hosted ) Online events for over seven years, delivering close to 100 successful engagements to date. Prior to 2019, all events were held in-person, fostering great success stories like Axbio, PrivateFleet, CargoChief, Telematrak, and many others.​​From 2020 to 2023, the format transitioned entirely online, expanding accessibility to a global audience. Today, Pitch Global offers legendry in-Person events, such as Pitch Global HEALTH! during JPM and various topics for our ONLINE event series. Each event attracts approximately 20 investors, including CVCs, VCs, Family Offices, and Angels—creating unparalleled networking opportunities.​​Added Value for Entrepreneurs Our pitch events don’t end with presentations. Attending investors provide impromptu feedback, ensuring you gain actionable insights to refine your approach and enhance your investment potential.​Some Pitch Global Updates:​​As a long-term affiliate of the California Governor's Office of Economic Development Agencies such as Norcal SBDC, TFG, SJSU Innovation, etc., Pitch Global has been building the Silicon Valley CVC Network on their behalf.​​One of our funding success stories is now posted on the <a href="https://www.norcalsbdc.org/client-stories/telemetrak/?utm_source=luma" title="https://www.norcalsbdc.org/client-stories/telemetrak/?utm_source=luma" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">NorCal SBDC website</a>. Please <a href="https://eventbrite.oldmanhustle.net/e/pitch-online-to-cvcsvcsangels-1-investor-meet-ucb-tickets-1016781951187?aff=ebdsoporgprofile&amp;utm_source=luma" title="https://eventbrite.oldmanhustle.net/e/pitch-online-to-cvcsvcsangels-1-investor-meet-ucb-tickets-1016781951187?aff=ebdsoporgprofile&amp;utm_source=luma" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">email us</a> if you are based in Northern California and want to sign up for State-funded assistance/grants advisory.​​Check out this <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ef3QI8NBgJE&amp;utm_source=luma" title="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ef3QI8NBgJE&amp;utm_source=luma" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">YouTube video</a> to get an idea of the caliber of investors at Pitch Global events. This video is from an event in August 2024, which featured investors like Norm Fogelsong, Co-founder of IVP; Vish Mishra, Clearstone VC &amp; former long-term President of TIECON; Don Su Kim, CEO of LG Tech Ventures; Jon Soberg, Managing Director of MS&amp;AD Ventures (5th largest Insurance company in the world); David “Dede” Goldschmidt, Managing Director of Samsung Catalyst Fund; Kevin Chen, CEO of Lam Research Capital; Abhishek Sud of Applied Materials Ventures; Dr. Shuman Mitra of L’Oreal Innovation, etc.​​Watch Nobel Laureate Dr Thomas Sudhof of Stanford Medicine+ Sanofi Board member being interviewed in person at Pitch Global's JP Morgan Investor Event in 2020. <a href="https://youtu.be/G7AV5g2lTX8?utm_source=luma" title="https://youtu.be/G7AV5g2lTX8?utm_source=luma" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://youtu.be/G7AV5g2lTX8</a> <h2>​​Pitch Global is an affiliate partner of the TFG SBDC</h2>​​Disclaimer: NorCal SBDC Is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the US Small Business Administration (SBA). Funded in part through a grant with the Funded in part through a Grant with the California Office of the Small Business Advocate (GO-Biz). All opinions, conclusions, or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA, Go-Biz, SJSU, PitchGlobal, or Cal Poly Humboldt-sponsored programs.​​For questions, please email: <a href="https://eventbrite.oldmanhustle.net/e/present-to-family-officescvcsvcsangels-in-person-at-sf-campus-of-ucb-tickets-840186820397?aff=ebdsoporgprofile&amp;utm_source=luma" title="https://eventbrite.oldmanhustle.net/e/present-to-family-officescvcsvcsangels-in-person-at-sf-campus-of-ucb-tickets-840186820397?aff=ebdsoporgprofile&amp;utm_source=luma" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">startups@pitchglobal.com</a><blockquote>​​SJSU students, faculty, staff, and alumni can register to attend this event for free.</blockquote>​​<h2>​​Refund Policy:</h2>​Credit may be provided for a future event at the discretion of the organizer

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