Free AI Happy Hour: Independence Day Networking + Panel (SF)
ERIA Marina | 2300 Chestnut St, San Francisco, CA 94123, USA
Event Details
Submitted by the Event Organizer
Join founders, investors, engineers, researchers, and AI enthusiasts for a special Independence Day edition of our AI Happy Hour in San Francisco.
Whether you’re building the next AI startup, investing in emerging technologies, or simply curious about where AI is headed, this is an opportunity to connect with members of the AI ecosystem in a relaxed and informal setting.
Expect great conversations around startups, venture capital, foundation models, AI applications, agentic systems, enterprise AI, and the future of technology—alongside drinks, networking, and a vibrant community of builders.
️ Agenda
5:00pm – 6:00pm | Curated Networking & Dinner
5:50pm – 6:00pm | Introduction speech by the co-host and sponsors
6:00pm – 6:40pm | Panel
AI in the enterprise: from proof of concept to production — what actually breaks
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Vishal Vachani, Enterprise AI Architect, Dropbox
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Shivali Naik, Solutions Architect, Snowflake
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Kruti Tailor, Senior AI Engineer, You.com
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Danielle Perszyk, Cognitive Scientist, AGI SF Lab, Amazon
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Mariane Bekker, Head of DevRel, You.com
6:40pm – 7:00pm | Audience Q&A
7:00pm – 8:00pm | Open Networking
8:00pm – 12:00am | AI After Dark (After-party) RSVP: https://partiful.com/e/ZIYLUwNmezy1FJpPdABr?c=lfxNx7_9
What to Expect
✨ Meet AI founders, operators, and investors
🤝 Expand your network within the AI ecosystem
Discuss the latest trends in startups, venture capital, and emerging technologies
Enjoy drinks and casual conversations in a welcoming environment
Who Should Attend
• AI founders and startup teams
• Investors and venture capital professionals
• Engineers, researchers, and product leaders
• Students and aspiring founders interested in AI
• Anyone passionate about technology and innovation
Space is limited. Please RSVP to secure your spot.
We look forward to celebrating the holiday and connecting with the AI community together.
About Us
ERIA
Known for pushing far beyond the traditional event experience and never saying no to bold ideas, ERIA is behind some of the most iconic, high impact, and unforgettable events in San Francisco and Sausalito. With two signature venues, one on the Sausalito waterfront and one in the Marina, ERIA has quickly become one of the fastest growing full service hospitality companies in the Bay Area, spanning iconic venues, event planning, travel coordination, interior design, and white glove concierge services for its annual bound clientele. ERIA is known for delivering at a level few can match, combining world class hospitality with cinematic production, fire performers, custom experiences, and obsessive attention to detail. When people want the best venue, the best execution, and the kind of event that actually leaves an impression, they come to ERIA.
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Event Terms & Consent
By registering for and attending this event, you agree to release and hold harmless Founders Bay Inc., its affiliates, employees, and partners from any and all liability, claims, demands, or causes of action arising out of or related to your participation in the event, to the fullest extent permitted by law.
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This event may be photographed, recorded, or filmed. By attending, you grant Founders Bay the irrevocable right and permission to use your name, likeness, image, voice, and participation in any media now known or later developed, for promotional, marketing, and editorial purposes, without compensation.
By registering, you agree to:
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Photo and video may be captured at the event and used for marketing by You.com.
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Organizers reserve the right to refuse entry at their discretion.
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Alcohol service is 21+ with valid ID.
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Sessions and conversations may not be recorded without participants’ consent.
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Your registration data is shared with the co-hosts (You.com and Founders Bay) for event communications related to this event.
Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.
Cost: FREE
Categories: 4th of July, In Person, Other
