⌘ Tech
AI Demo Series: September Edition - Startup Grind

- When
- Thursday, September 17 · 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
- Where
- San Francisco
- Listed by
- Lu.ma — Gen AI SF
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 and beyond.
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Future months are set as:
September 17October 7November 18December 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 presentationVC panel feedback from top AI investorsThe best in AI: founders, VCs, angels, and ecosystem partnersNetworking mixer with the Bay’s most active builders
Apply to demo at the Sept event:
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⭐ How to Apply
Want a chance to present - complete this form and we'll be in touch
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Can't make this month or want to be considered for a future month - just let us know in the formHere 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, and a microphone.The problem, solution, market insight, and tractionThe “AI edge” behind the productVCs provide feedback after each demo.
⭐ Who Should Attend
AI startups (Pre-Seed → Seed+) looking for exposure, feedback, or fundraising momentumInvestors scouting early technical talentCorporate partners exploring pilots or AI innovationEcosystem 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, and 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 MonthDedicated LinkedIn spotlightFeatured in Startup Grind SV newsletterPriority slot for future events / SGC fast-track considerationOptional 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.
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