Rally: Visa Pathways & Pickleball for Immigrant Founders (Seed–Series A+)

Building a company is only part of the journey. As an immigrant founder, you’re also building the professional story behind it. Join AI Valley, MeritMap, and E1B2 for an afternoon of pickleball and community with immigrant founders and entrepreneurs navigating what comes next. Whether you’re actively exploring O-1A or EB-1A, or simply want to better understand how to strengthen your professional profile over time, this is a chance to meet other founders on a similar journey in a relaxed setting. No pickleball experience required. Come to play, meet people, and learn more. 🏓 Event Agenda 4:00 PM – Welcome & Check-InArrive, mingle, and meet fellow founders and tech professionals. 4:15 PM – Introductions & NetworkingGet to know the AI Valley × MeritMap community. 4:30 PM – Pickleball & Open PlayEnjoy friendly matches and casual networking. All skill levels welcome! 6:00 PM – Wrap-Up & Final ConnectionsExchange contacts and say your goodbyes! Learn more about the collaboration: rally.aivalley.io Photos from our last event: --- AI Valley is a community for exceptional first-generation builders, founders, and creators. We host high-signal hackathons, workshops, and gatherings where ambitious people find collaborators, mentors, and real opportunities. 🌐 Website: aivalley.io 📅 Events: lu.ma/aivalley 👥 Community (Discord): discord.gg/QESCnSUPC9 📰 Newsletter: aivalleyio.substack.com 🔗 All links: aivalley.io/links