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SUMMARY:AI Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION:Point of Contact: The Brink Team\nLocation: Nexus Theatre\, University of San Diego\, 5998 Alcala Park Way\, San Diego CA 92110 \nProgram Format: Multi-session Course\nTraining Topics: Technology\nDescription: \n\nAI WORKSHOP SERIES \nCOURSE DESCRIPTION \nThis 6-part AI Workshop Series is designed to provide an overview of AI\, layout opportunities across industry sectors\, functions\, start-ups\, and investing\, and discuss the challenges and risks that we must overcome to seize the tremendous potential that AI presents to us. The series will comprise of a series of lectures\, discussions\, case studies\, hands-on workshops and will conclude with start-up pitches that best reflect the opportunities and incorporate the learnings from the series. Led by Pankaj Kedia – a prolific start-up AI investor\, senior AI advisor at Brink\, and adjunct Knauss MBA faculty at the University of San Diego\, this series is designed for start-up founders\, investors\, students\, and faculty who are ready to incorporate AI in their day-to-day life. \nAttendees may attend the entire series or single events\, and recordings will be accessible for past event in the series. \nWhat to expect: \n\nUnderstand the range of AI opportunities across enterprises and consumers\nUnderstand the challenges and risks we must face for AI adoption\nA final session with a panel of judges providing feedback to AI Start-ups\n\nPast Events In the Series: \nSession 1:  AI Overview: The Past\, Present\, and Future \nSession 2:  AI Opportunities Across Industry Verticals and Functions \nSession 3:  AI Opportunities for Start-ups and Investors \nSession 4:  AI Challenges and Risks \nSession 5:  AI Tools-n-Tricks Hands-On Workshop \n\n \nPankaj Kedia \nPankaj Kedia is a globally recognized AI thought-leader and expert as an early-stage investor\, CXO advisor & consultant\, adjunct MBA professor\, keynote speaker\, and Global AI150 honoree. Previously\, Pankaj played pivotal roles incubating and growing a series of businesses during the Internet\, Mobile\, and Cloud technology eras across three decades at Intel and Qualcomm. \nAs the Founder & Managing Partner of 2468 Ventures\, Pankaj has directly invested in 150+ early-stage startups and 15+ funds across silicon\, systems\, software\, and services. He is now bringing the benefits of AI to society-at-large and is focused on accelerating the AI ecosystem. As a senior AI advisor at Brink\, Pankaj is advising a number of AI-focused founders as they incubate and grow their start-ups. As an adjunct Knauss MBA professor at the Univ of San Diego\, Pankaj has taught multiple AI courses and is currently leading the Torero Ventures Lab where 26 students are incubating eight (8) AI-powered start-ups. Pankaj is a lifelong learner with engineering and business degrees from Stanford\, Wharton\, Univ of Michigan\, and the Indian Institute of Technology. \nCOURSE FORMAT \nSessions 1 – 4 – Hybrid \nSession 5 – Online only \nSession 6 – In Person at University of San Diego
URL:https://startupsd.org/event/ai-workshop-series-2/
LOCATION:Nexus Theater at University of San Diego\, 5998 Alcala Park Way\, San Diego\, CA\, 92111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Partner Events
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SUMMARY:Data for Societal Good
DESCRIPTION:Join the Data Science Alliance for “Data for Societal Good”—where insights drive impact!\n​Let’s dive into the transformative power of data! In partnership with the University of San Diego’s Knauss School of Business\, we’re thrilled to host this insightful event showcasing how data-driven solutions make a real difference in San Diego and beyond. \n​Visionary community leaders will join a panel discussion to share firsthand how they leverage data to tackle social challenges and drive meaningful change. Plus\, be inspired by the next generation of data innovators! USD MSBA students will present cutting-edge projects from their Data for Social Good class. \n​Whether you’re a data enthusiast\, social advocate\, or simply curious about the power of data for good\, this is your chance to learn\, connect\, and be part of the movement toward a brighter future. \n​Date: May 2\, 2025 \n​Time: 4:30 PM-8:00 PM \n​Location: Nexus Theatre\, University of San Diego (5998 Alcala Park Way)
URL:https://startupsd.org/event/data-for-societal-good/
LOCATION:Nexus Theater at University of San Diego\, 5998 Alcala Park Way\, San Diego\, CA\, 92111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Partner Events
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SUMMARY:AI Tools-n-Tricks Hands-On Workshop - AI Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION:Point of Contact: The Brink Team\nLocation: Nexus Theatre\, University of San Diego\, 5998 Alcala Park Way\, San Diego CA 92110 \nProgram Format: Multi-session Course\nTraining Topics: Technology\nDescription: \n\nAI WORKSHOP SERIES \nCOURSE DESCRIPTION \nThis 6-part AI Workshop Series is designed to provide an overview of AI\, layout opportunities across industry sectors\, functions\, start-ups\, and investing\, and discuss the challenges and risks that we must overcome to seize the tremendous potential that AI presents to us. The series will comprise of a series of lectures\, discussions\, case studies\, hands-on workshops and will conclude with start-up pitches that best reflect the opportunities and incorporate the learnings from the series. Led by Pankaj Kedia – a prolific start-up AI investor\, senior AI advisor at Brink\, and adjunct Knauss MBA faculty at the University of San Diego\, this series is designed for start-up founders\, investors\, students\, and faculty who are ready to incorporate AI in their day-to-day life. \nAttendees may attend the entire series or single events\, and recordings will be accessible for past event in the series. \nWhat to expect: \n\nUnderstand the range of AI opportunities across enterprises and consumers\nUnderstand the challenges and risks we must face for AI adoption\nA final session with a panel of judges providing feedback to AI Start-ups\n\nPast Events In the Series: \nSession 1:  AI Overview: The Past\, Present\, and Future \nSession 2:  AI Opportunities Across Industry Verticals and Functions \nSession 3:  AI Opportunities for Start-ups and Investors \nSession 4:  AI Challenges and Risks \nINSTRUCTOR \n \nPankaj Kedia \nPankaj Kedia is a globally recognized AI thought-leader and expert as an early-stage investor\, CXO advisor & consultant\, adjunct MBA professor\, keynote speaker\, and Global AI150 honoree. Previously\, Pankaj played pivotal roles incubating and growing a series of businesses during the Internet\, Mobile\, and Cloud technology eras across three decades at Intel and Qualcomm. \nAs the Founder & Managing Partner of 2468 Ventures\, Pankaj has directly invested in 150+ early-stage startups and 15+ funds across silicon\, systems\, software\, and services. He is now bringing the benefits of AI to society-at-large and is focused on accelerating the AI ecosystem. As a senior AI advisor at Brink\, Pankaj is advising a number of AI-focused founders as they incubate and grow their start-ups. As an adjunct Knauss MBA professor at the Univ of San Diego\, Pankaj has taught multiple AI courses and is currently leading the Torero Ventures Lab where 26 students are incubating eight (8) AI-powered start-ups. Pankaj is a lifelong learner with engineering and business degrees from Stanford\, Wharton\, Univ of Michigan\, and the Indian Institute of Technology. \nCOURSE FORMAT \nSessions 1 – 4 – Hybrid \nSession 5 – Online only \nSession 6 – In Person at University of San Diego
URL:https://startupsd.org/event/ai-tools-n-tricks-hands-on-workshop-ai-workshop-series/
LOCATION:Nexus Theater at University of San Diego\, 5998 Alcala Park Way\, San Diego\, CA\, 92111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Partner Events
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SUMMARY:AI Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION:AI WORKSHOP SERIES \nCOURSE DESCRIPTION \nThis 6-part AI Workshop Series is designed to provide an overview of AI\, layout opportunities across industry sectors\, functions\, start-ups\, and investing\, and discuss the challenges and risks that we must overcome to seize the tremendous potential that AI presents to us. The series will comprise of a series of lectures\, discussions\, case studies\, hands-on workshops and will conclude with start-up pitches that best reflect the opportunities and incorporate the learnings from the series. Led by Pankaj Kedia – a prolific start-up AI investor\, senior AI advisor at Brink\, and adjunct Knauss MBA faculty at the University of San Diego\, this series is designed for start-up founders\, investors\, students\, and faculty who are ready to incorporate AI in their day-to-day life. \nAttendees may attend the entire series or single events\, and recordings will be accessible for past event in the series. \nWhat to expect: \n\nUnderstand the range of AI opportunities across enterprises and consumers\nUnderstand the challenges and risks we must face for AI adoption\nA final session with a panel of judges providing feedback to AI Start-ups\n\nPast Events In the Series: \nSession 1:  AI Overview: The Past\, Present\, and Future \nSession 2:  AI Opportunities Across Industry Verticals and Functions \nSession 3:  AI Opportunities for Start-ups and Investors \nINSTRUCTOR \n \nPankaj Kedia \nPankaj Kedia is a globally recognized AI thought-leader and expert as an early-stage investor\, CXO advisor & consultant\, adjunct MBA professor\, keynote speaker\, and Global AI150 honoree. Previously\, Pankaj played pivotal roles incubating and growing a series of businesses during the Internet\, Mobile\, and Cloud technology eras across three decades at Intel and Qualcomm. \nAs the Founder & Managing Partner of 2468 Ventures\, Pankaj has directly invested in 150+ early-stage startups and 15+ funds across silicon\, systems\, software\, and services. He is now bringing the benefits of AI to society-at-large and is focused on accelerating the AI ecosystem. As a senior AI advisor at Brink\, Pankaj is advising a number of AI-focused founders as they incubate and grow their start-ups. As an adjunct Knauss MBA professor at the Univ of San Diego\, Pankaj has taught multiple AI courses and is currently leading the Torero Ventures Lab where 26 students are incubating eight (8) AI-powered start-ups. Pankaj is a lifelong learner with engineering and business degrees from Stanford\, Wharton\, Univ of Michigan\, and the Indian Institute of Technology. \nCOURSE FORMAT \nSessions 1 – 4 – Hybrid \nSession 5 – Online only \nSession 6 – In Person at University of San Diego \nRegistration Policies:\nRegistration and Fees: Payment of seminar fees may be made by check\, money order or credit card. Payment must be received to guarantee your space in an event. \nRefund Policy: If you wish to request a refund\, please contact the conference organizer listed above to discuss. You may also elect to send a substitute in your place. If the event is cancelled\, all fees will be returned. \nSpecial Accommodations: In accordance with the American Disabilities Act and state law\, you may request accommodations due to a disability by contacting the event organizer listed above. Advance notice may be necessary for some accommodations. Registration must be paid prior to accommodation requests.
URL:https://startupsd.org/event/ai-workshop-series/
LOCATION:Nexus Theater at University of San Diego\, 5998 Alcala Park Way\, San Diego\, CA\, 92111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Partner Events
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SUMMARY:ACE 10-Minute Pitches
DESCRIPTION:Date: 9/4/2024\nTime: 2:30 PM – 4:45 PM (PDT)\nStatus: Open – 80 places remaining\nRegistration Deadline: 9/4/2024 2:30 PM (PDT)\nFee: No Fee \nPoint of Contact: The Brink Team\nLocation: Nexus Theater\, Knauss School of Business\, University of San Diego 5998 Alcala Park\, San Diego CA 92110-8001 \nTraining Topics: Business Financing\nDescription:\nACE 10-MINUTE PITCHES \nCOURSE DESCRIPTION \nIntroducing our first ever Accelerate California Entrepreneurship (ACE) Pitch Competition: an opportunity for innovative\, diverse founders to compete for non-dilutive Acceleration Grant funding awards of up to $100\,000. Follow the founders as they pitch their innovative technologies over three live pitch events including the finale at Innovation Day. \nUse this form to register as an attendee to watch a pre-selected group of innovative founders present their 10-minute pitch to an elite panel of judges who will lead Q&A. Whether you’re a founder\, investor\, or innovation enthusiast\, it’s a great way to support our innovation ecosystem. \nPlease note: The pitching founders have already been selected. You are registering as an attendee. \nWhat to Expect: \nFounders pitching live on stage\nQ&A with the judges\nRobust networking with the innovation ecosystem\nFunding for the Acceleration Grants is made possible through the Accelerate California Inclusive Hubs program administered by the California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA) to catalyze innovation for diverse and underserved business owners. The ACE Pitch Competition is hosted by The Brink SBDC\, an Accelerate CA Hub Designee\, along with Connect and Stella. \nINSTRUCTORS \nHosted by Amy Duncan\, Director of The Brink SBDC \nCOURSE FORMAT \nThis session is available in person. Details for arrival and parking will be provided upon registration.
URL:https://startupsd.org/event/ace-pitches-september/
LOCATION:Nexus Theater at University of San Diego\, 5998 Alcala Park Way\, San Diego\, CA\, 92111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Partner Events
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SUMMARY:Data for Societal Good hosted by Data Science Alliance & Knauss School of Business
DESCRIPTION:Join the Data Science Alliance for “Data for Societal Good” – where insights meet impact!\nDive into the transformative power of data at our event on May 2! In partnership with the University of San Diego\, we’re thrilled to host this inspiring exploration of how data-driven approaches are transforming communities. \nHear from our incredible guest speakers\, including the CEOs of San Diego’s largest food banks\, as they share real-world examples and strategies for using data to address social challenges and create meaningful change. Plus\, USD MSBA students will be presenting their amazing projects from their Data for Social Good class. Whether you’re a data enthusiast\, a social advocate\, or simply curious about the potential of data for good\, this event offers valuable learning and networking opportunities. \nDon’t miss out on this unique chance to be part of the conversation and discover how data can be harnessed to build a better tomorrow for all. \n  \nModerator\nDaniel Lin\nAssociate Dean of Faculty Excellence\nProfessor of Operations and Business Analytics
URL:https://startupsd.org/event/data-for-societal-good-hosted-by-data-science-alliance-knauss-school-of-business/
LOCATION:Nexus Theater at University of San Diego\, 5998 Alcala Park Way\, San Diego\, CA\, 92111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ecosystem
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