Startup Networking Austin: Founders, Investors & Talent Mixer

About this event

  Join an evening of curated startup networking in Austin, bringing together founders, investors, engineers, operators, and ambitious professionals from the local tech ecosystem. Whether you're building a startup, looking for investment, hiring talent, exploring new opportunities, or simply expanding your professional network, this event is designed to help you meet the right people and start meaningful conversations. 🤝 What to Expect Startup Networking Take part in structured and informal networking sessions with founders, investors, startup professionals, and entrepreneurs. 💡 Founder & Investor Conversations Exchange ideas and discuss fundraising, product development, hiring, go-to-market strategies, partnerships, and startup growth. 🎤 Startup Pitch Session A limited number of selected founders will have the opportunity to present their startups to the audience and attending investors. Each pitch is followed by a short Q&A, giving founders an opportunity to receive feedback and connect with potential investors and partners. 👥 Talent & Hiring Connections Meet engineers, developers, product managers, sales professionals, recruiters, and other talent interested in Austin's startup ecosystem. Who Should Attend? Startup founders and co-founders Angel investors and VC professionals Entrepreneurs and aspiring founders Engineers and developers Product managers and startup operators Recruiters and HR professionals Sales and business development professionals Professionals looking to join a startup Anyone interested in Austin's technology and startup community 🚀 Want to Pitch? A limited number of founders will be selected to pitch their startup. To apply, send your pitch deck to: [email protected] Selected founders will be contacted before the event. 💼 For Investors Local angel investors, venture capital professionals, and startup investors are welcome to attend. Verified investors can connect with selected founders and gain access to opportunities within the Ascent Valley ecosystem. About Ascent Valley Ascent Valley is a global ecosystem connecting founders, investors, operators, and innovators through curated networking events, startup showcases, and international collaboration. Our goal is to create meaningful connections that help entrepreneurs discover opportunities, build partnerships, and grow. Come meet Austin's founders, investors, and startup talent.