About us
Entrepreneurship permeates the culture of Silicon Valley - the innovation capital of the world.
The advent of the Digital Age has democratized innovation and entrepreneurship.
Never before has it been more possible for anyone from anywhere, with a great idea and a burning desire to succeed, to make it big, and in the process, change the world in a relatively short period of time. HP, Intel, Apple, Microsoft, Cisco, Oracle, Yahoo, eBay, Amazon, Google, Facebook and many, many, many other iconic companies all started with just an idea.
Taking a startup from idea to IPO has taken on mythical proportions in Silicon Valley and beyond. Many dream the dream, with hopes of launching the "next big thing".
We are a community of entrepreneurs, technologists, engineers, venture capitalists, angel investors, educators, financial professionals, corporate executives, attorneys, academics, bloggers, writers, content creators, and social activists.
Our mission is to provide entrepreneurs with the knowledge, guidance, tools, and connections they need to succeed. Our goal is to build a strong, vibrant, collaborative entrepreneurial community with deep, lasting business and social relationships from Silicon Valley to UK and beyond.
Upcoming events
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TechEx Europe 2026
Amsterdam RAI, Europaplein 24, 1078 GZ Amsterdam, Netherlands, Amsterdam, NH, NLThis event is organized by TechEx.
Our meetup group is collaborating by promoting this event.
In order to attend, please register here:
https://techexevent.com/register-now/?trackingcode=IPO
Our meetup members get 20 PERCENT OFF!
Use promo code:
IPO20
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TechEx Europe 2026 brings together eight co-located events focused on the technologies shaping the future of enterprise IT.
Across AI & Big Data, Cyber Security & Cloud, Digital Transformation, IoT Tech, Intelligent Automation, Edge Computing, Data Centres, and the new Physical AI Expo, the agenda explores how organisations are deploying, securing, and scaling technology across complex enterprise environments.
Designed for CIOs, CTOs, CISOs, Chief Data Officers, enterprise architects, engineering leaders, AI specialists, and digital transformation teams, the programme features:
• Enterprise-led case studies
• Technical deep dives and architecture discussions
• Implementation insights from large-scale deployments
• Lessons learned from scaling AI, cloud, cybersecurity, automation, and data platformsMore than 8,000 technology professionals and 200+ speakers will come together, including leaders from:
Michelin | IKEA | Booking.com | Lloyds Banking Group | ING | Santander | Capgemini | Heineken | Pandora | Unilever | ABN AMRO | BNP Paribas | WIRED and many more.Alongside the conference programme, 200+ technology providers will showcase the latest platforms and solutions helping organisations modernise infrastructure, strengthen cyber resilience, accelerate AI adoption, and drive digital transformation.
Whether you're developing enterprise architecture, leading AI strategy, modernising cloud infrastructure, or strengthening cybersecurity, TechEx Europe provides an opportunity to learn from peers, discover new technologies, and exchange practical insights.
If you would like an exhibitor booth, please send an email message to:
siliconvalleysponsor@gmail.comPut this in the subject header:
Exhibitor - TechEx Europe 2026 - October 19-20 Amsterdam1 attendee
Silicon Valley Business Networking (Online)
·OnlineOnlineThis event is organized in collaboration with many groups!
Organizational Sponsor:
Startup House
Need a place to stay short term in Silicon Valley?
Stay at Startup House in Palo Alto - the heart of Silicon Valley - for as low as $50 a night!
-Network, socialize and connect with entrepreneurs all over the world!
-Enjoy social events and startup and venture capital-related programming!
- Have access to world class amenities, iconic tech companies, top tier venture capital firms, Stanford University, etc. - all within walking or biking distance!
For more info, send an email message to:
siliconvalleystartuphousing@gmail.com
Put this in the subject header:
Silicon Valley Startup Housing
This event is 100% online.
Participants can be located anywhere in the world!
This event is FREE to attend!
In order to attend, please register here:
(The login link will be sent via email to Eventbrite registrants right before the start of the event.)
Hurry! Slots are limited!
There's no content or speaker at this event -- just business networking.
Build your business network - face to face (online)!
Join a virtual gathering of professionals from all walks of life from all over the world!
You may meet your next business collaborator, client, employer, employee or friend!
Meet Silicon Valley movers and shakers and influencers from all over the world - tech entrepreneurs, developers, engineers, attorneys, bloggers, academics, thought leaders, community organizers, artists, financiers, and investors!
Network, socialize and connect!
For more info on Idea to IPO events, visit:
www.idea-to-ipo.com (our main meetup group among 160 meetup groups globally)
https://www.youtube.com/@ideatoipo2 (videos of online events)
1 attendeeHow to Turn Job Search Chaos into a Strategy That Works
·OnlineOnlineThere are many groups promoting this event.
Our meetup group is participating by promoting this event.
This event is organized by Albert's List.
This is an online event.
Attendees can be located anywhere in the world!
This event is FREE to attend.
In order to attend, please register here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/how-to-turn-job-search-chaos-into-a-strategy-that-works-tickets-2002106809362?aff=ideatoipo
"I've applied to 80 jobs. I've heard back from one."
You've heard this from your smartest friends. From former top performers. Maybe from yourself. The market changed — AI rewrote the rules, recruiters are overwhelmed, and job seekers are exhausted. If that's you, the problem isn't effort. It's that effort without a strategy just produces more applications, not more offers.
In this session, you'll see the difference between doing more and doing the right things — and walk away with a concrete next step, not another list of tips to sit on.
What you'll learn:- The #1 mistake that makes even qualified candidates invisible to recruiters
- How to build a target market instead of applying to anything remotely related to your background
- Why "networking" usually fails — and what a useful conversation actually looks like
- The shift from application volume to strategic execution, and how to make it stick past week one
This is for you if:
- You've been laid off, ghosted, or stuck without knowing why
- You're changing careers and don't know where to start
- You're tired of activity that doesn't turn into conversations
From there, two paths, not two products with a winner. Work through your strategy independently with The Playbook. Or get live coaching and a cohort in 6 Weeks to Hired: The Fall 2026 Job Search Bootcamp — Playbook included for the program, plus two months free after it ends.
Either way, you leave with a plan, not a longer to-do list.1 attendeeSilicon Valley Business Networking (Online)
·OnlineOnlineThis event is organized in collaboration with many groups!
Organizational Sponsor:
Startup House
Need a place to stay short term in Silicon Valley?
Stay at Startup House in Palo Alto - the heart of Silicon Valley - for as low as $50 a night!
-Network, socialize and connect with entrepreneurs all over the world!
-Enjoy social events and startup and venture capital-related programming!
- Have access to world class amenities, iconic tech companies, top tier venture capital firms, Stanford University, etc. - all within walking or biking distance!
For more info, send an email message to:
siliconvalleystartuphousing@gmail.com
Put this in the subject header:
Silicon Valley Startup Housing
This event is 100% online.
Participants can be located anywhere in the world!
This event is FREE to attend!
In order to attend, please register here:
(The login link will be sent via email to Eventbrite registrants right before the start of the event.)
Hurry! Slots are limited!
There's no content or speaker at this event -- just business networking.
Build your business network - face to face (online)!
Join a virtual gathering of professionals from all walks of life from all over the world!
You may meet your next business collaborator, client, employer, employee or friend!
Meet Silicon Valley movers and shakers and influencers from all over the world - tech entrepreneurs, developers, engineers, attorneys, bloggers, academics, thought leaders, community organizers, artists, financiers, and investors!
Network, socialize and connect!
For more info on Idea to IPO events, visit:
www.idea-to-ipo.com (our main meetup group among 160 meetup groups globally)
https://www.youtube.com/@ideatoipo2 (videos of online events)
1 attendee
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