Step, the Dubai-born platform known for its vibrant tech and startup ecosystem, is excited to announce its expansion into Silicon Valley with the inaugural Step San Francisco (Step SF) conference, set to take place on August 15th, 2024 at 1 Beach Street.
This highly anticipated event will bring together a diverse array of top speakers and venture capitalists, creating a unique platform for networking, learning, and collaboration.
Why Attend Step San Francisco (Step SF)?
Step SF offers unparalleled networking opportunities, allowing attendees and startups to connect with top investors, founders, industry leaders, and leading VCs.
Participants can expect to delve deep into cutting-edge topics such as AI, probabilistic programming, SaaS, and more, gaining fresh perspectives that shape the future of tech. From discussions on data privacy to insights into customer acquisition and retention strategies, every session is designed to inspire and inform.
Beyond the knowledge exchange, Step SF fosters an environment ripe for collaboration. Here, in the dynamic heart of San Francisco, attendees have the chance to discover new partnerships and ventures.
Top Speakers:
- Calvin Chin, Managing Partner at E14 Fund
- Sara Rona, Managing Director at Silicon Valley Bank
- Omar Shaya, Founder of MultiOn
- Lisa Yu, General Partner at 99VC
- Mohammed Almeshekah, Founder and General Partner at Outliers
These industry leaders will share their insights and experiences, offering invaluable knowledge to attendees.
Top VCs Participating:
- Thiel Capital
- Khosla Ventures
- Race Capital
- Blitzscaling
- Lux Capital
- Canaan
- Cathay Innovation
These venture capital firms are at the forefront of innovation and investment, providing unparalleled opportunities for founders and entrepreneurs to connect with potential investors.
Ray Dargham, Founder and CEO’s Statement:
“Since I relocated to the US about 2 years ago, I’ve also personally become more interested than ever in connecting MENA with the biggest economy in the world. Today we’re sharing one of the most exciting Step announcements we’ve ever made. Step, a Dubai-born platform, is expanding to Silicon Valley with our first Step San Francisco conference taking place on August 15th, 2024.
With our mission to enable 1 million founders around the world, Step SF will not only serve as a bridge between MENA, Emerging Markets, and Silicon Valley – but will also build a local community for SF founders and investors, especially global and multicultural ones in the US.
If you’re a founder or investor (especially in AI) interested in expanding to the US or just taking an educational trip to the largest startup and AI hub in the world – then you should take part in Step SF this summer.”
For more information on Step SF and to learn how you can get involved, visit stepsf.com
About Step San Francisco (Step SF):
Step is a leading platform that brings together the best of tech, digital, and entertainment industries. With its origins in Dubai, Step has grown to become a global hub for entrepreneurs, startups, and industry leaders. Step’s mission is to enable 1 million founders around the world by providing them with the tools, resources, and connections they need to succeed.
For media inquiries, please contact: Dana Sakr, Senior Marketing Manager, at dana.sakr@stepgroup.co
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