Thursday, May 28, 2026, 5:00 PM - to - 8:30 PM PDT
The Chestnut Club, Santa Monica, CA
LA Founders ... at the table
LA Founders is built for founders who actually want to build, together. No panels, no fluff. Just real conversations, live product demos, and direct access to people who can move your company forward. If you’re looking to collaborate, get feedback, and accelerate what you’re building, this is where you show up.
Come to connect. Stay to build.
The Breakout
Where founders step out of the crowd and into focused, high-impact sessions to build, connect, and move ideas forward.
Demo Table
What: A dedicated space for founders to showcase their product, prototype, or idea in real time.
How: Set up at a table (3x3 round table), give quick walkthroughs, and get immediate feedback from other founders, operators, and potential collaborators.
Sit with an Investor
What: Small-group of 3, informal sessions with active investors open to hearing what you’re building.
How: Rotate through timed seating, pitch your idea, ask questions, and get direct insight on what actually gets funded.
Sit with an AI Developer
What: Access to technical builders who can help you think through AI integration, product features, or feasibility.
How: Bring your idea or challenge, sit in small groups of 3, and workshop solutions with developers who can help you move faster.
Sit with a Pitch Coach
What: A focused session for founders to sharpen their pitch, story, and overall presentation.
How: Bring your current pitch, deck, or idea, then get direct feedback on what’s clear, what’s missing, and how to make it more compelling.
Food & Drinks
Lite Snacks will be available on a first-come, first-serve bases (if you eat enough, its dinner)
Drinks will NOT be provided by LA Founders
Venue Happy Hour starts from 5PM - 7PM
Venue do check ID (MUST be 21 yrs or accommodate by an adult)
Mission: To connect serious founders in Los Angeles through real, in-person conversations that lead to meaningful help, shared knowledge, and long-term collaboration.
Thanks to LA Founders for the listing and graphics for this startup event.
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