The AI Demo Series: May Edition

May 29, 12:30 – 3:00 AM (UTC)

Silicon Valley, San Francisco Bay Area

Atlassian, 350 Bush Street, San Francisco, 94104

Strictly not a pitch event. Demo only. This is scrappy. Things break. The energy is electric. But you get to show what you...

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About this event

Strictly not a pitch event. Demo only.

This is scrappy. Things break. The energy is electric.

But you get to show what you're actually building.

Want to demo?

Apply for May or June.

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⭐ What to Expect

  • x10-15 live founder demos in a 2-minute presentation

  • VC panel feedback from top AI investors

  • Partner spotlights, rapid intros, and product showcases

  • The best in AI: founders, VCs, angels, and ecosystem partners

  • Networking mixer with the Bay’s most active builders

⭐ How to Apply

  • Want a chance to present - complete this form and we'll be in touch

  • Can't make March or want to be considered for April and beyond - just let us know in the form 

  • Here is your chance to stand out as not just "another AI Startup in Silicon Valley"

⭐ Format

  • Each startup gets 2 minutes to present:

  • A product demo or live walkthrough, and a microphone.

  • The problem, solution, market insight, and traction

  • The “AI edge” behind the product


⭐ Prize:

  • Featured Startup of the Month
  • Dedicated LinkedIn spotlight
  • Featured in Startup Grind SV newsletter
  • Priority slot for future events / SGC fast-track consideration
  • Optional sponsor perk 


⭐ Who Should Attend

  • AI startups (Pre-Seed → Seed+) looking for exposure, feedback, or fundraising momentum

  • Investors scouting early technical talent

  • Corporate partners exploring pilots or AI innovation

  • Ecosystem builders supporting the founder community

⭐ May 28

  • Join us at Atlassian as we continue the series with a curated selection of early-stage AI companies, live insight from investors, and a community that’s actively building the future.

  • We will be in touch in the coming weeks with the chosen presenters

If you’d like to pitch, host a future month, or explore sponsorship, reach out — this series was designed to be built with friends.

Facilitator

  • Philip W. Braddock

    Atlassian

    Head of Atlassian for Startups

When

When

Friday, May 29, 2026
12:30 AM – 3:00 AM (UTC)

Host

  • James Gee

    Startup Grind

    Global Sales Director & Silicon Valley Chapter Director

Organizers

  • James Gee

    Startup Grind

    Global Partnerships Manager

  • Derek Andersen

    Startup Grind

    Chapter Organizer

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