Startup Grind Silicon Valley is continuing our a new monthly AI Demo Series-a high-energy showcase for the next generation of AI founders.

Strictly not a pitch event. Demo only.

This is scrappy. Things break. The energy is electric.

But you get to show what you're actually building.

Want to demo?

Apply for September & beyond.

https://airtable.com/appQk3fM8t3nTh3WW/pag9qNb4n3LITIFn0/form

Future months are set as:

September 17

October 7

November 18

December 3 - Grand Final

Each month we rotate across leading SF tech HQs, bringing together the community where it's strongest: in person.

What to Expect

x15 live founder demos in a 2-minute presentation

VC panel feedback from top AI investors

The best in AI: founders, VCs, angels, & ecosystem partners

Networking mixer with the Bay's most active builders

Apply to demo at the Sept event:

https://airtable.com/appQk3fM8t3nTh3WW/pag9qNb4n3LITIFn0/form

How to Apply

Want a chance to present - complete this form & we'll be in touch

https://airtable.com/appQk3fM8t3nTh3WW/pag9qNb4n3LITIFn0/form

Can't make this month or want to be considered for a future month - just let us know in the form

Here is your chance to stand out as not just "another AI Startup in Silicon Valley"

Format

Each startup gets 2 minutes to present:

A product demo or live walkthrough, & a microphone.

The problem, solution, market insight, & traction

The AI edge behind the product

VCs provide feedback after each demo.

Who Should Attend

AI startups (Pre-Seed Seed+) looking for exposure, feedback, or fundraising momentum

Investors scouting early technical talent

Corporate partners exploring pilots or AI innovation

Ecosystem builders supporting the founder community

Sept Edition - Sept 17

Join us at the Atlassian offices in SF as we open the series with a curated selection of early-stage AI companies, live insight from investors, & a community that's actively building the future.

We will be in touch in the coming weeks with the chosen presenters

Prize

Featured Startup of the Month

Dedicated LinkedIn spotlight

Featured in Startup Grind SV newsletter

Priority slot for future events / SGC fast-track consideration

Optional sponsor perk

Bonus Prizes

One startup to be featured in Silicon Valley newsletter for Startup Grind

If you'd like to pitch, host a future month, or explore sponsorship, reach out - this series was designed to be built with friends.

Partners & Startup Supporters