The mission of the Manos Tech Venture Summit is to bring together over 250 Latino/a led early stage startups, investors, and mentors in a collaborative forum to share their experiences promoting innovation in the high tech ecosystem. Our ultimate goal is to learn, network, and share wisdom on how to be a successful entrepreneur.

The first annual Summit will be a platform-forming community that will return each fall to reconnect with one another.

The two-day Summit will feature a panel of emerging and experienced entrepreneurs and investors from the global tech community who will share success stories. On the second day, there will be a showcase of the 10 best startups presenting to investors. After the Summit, there will be an after-party which will allow entrepreneurs to network.

THE SUMMIT WILL HELP ANSWER FUNDAMENTAL QUESTIONS THAT ALL STARTUPS NEED TO KNOW

• What do investors look for in a startup founder and the team?
• What are the top approaches needed to ramp up initial traction for your startup?
• How should you attract and leverage mentors and advisors?
• Does your startups pre-money valuation really matter when raising an Angel Round?
• Learn how to identify and pull the top strategic levers unique to your business.
• Learn how to create a go-to-market plan that actually gives you a chance to succeed.

This conference is about inspiring and educating early stage startups on the best business practices from Silicon Valley.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

• Early stage startups
• Founders thinking about starting a startup
• Investors
• Mentors
• Sponsors

On the second day, 10 startups will be selected to have the chance to pitch their idea to investors, who are interested in funding the next generation of new technology ventures. Participating investors include:

Participation subject to change without notice.

The Golden Gate Club at the Presidio
135 Fisher Loop
San Francisco, CA 94129

PARKING

Parking is available at the Golden Gate Club for $8/daily, near the Club and around the Presidio area.