Oct 1, 3:00 – 7:00 PM (UTC)
Save the Date! Our annual AI Summit returns October 1, 2025 Virtual. Global. Free | 5k Startups | 8am - 12pm PT Whether you’re pitching your first investor or closing your Series A, this is the AI founder event of the year. Build smarter. Raise faster. Join the future of AI.
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The AI Summit is Startup Grind’s annual virtual event for early-stage AI startups—and 2025 is all about helping founders raise capital in today’s challenging landscape. Now in its 4th year, the Summit brings together over 5,000 founders, investors, and builders working at the edge of AI. Whether you're preparing to raise your first round or gearing up for your Series A, this is your moment to meet the people who matter.
Fundraising in the New AI Economy
From seed to Series A, learn what investors are really looking for in early-stage AI startups today—and how to position your company for success in a high-stakes funding environment.
Impact AI
How AI is driving meaningful innovation in health, education, climate, and beyond—and how founders can build startups that matter (and get funded for it).
Agentic AI & the Future of UX
Explore autonomous agents, “vibe-coding,” and next-gen interfaces redefining user experience—and how these trends are influencing investor interest.
Trust, Safety & AI Authenticity: Fighting Deepfakes, Building Proof
Deepfakes and synthetic media are transforming brand safety, politics, and trust online. Explore opportunities for startups building detection tools, authenticity layers, and identity verification. Learn emerging standards, regulatory shifts, and strategies to make “provable real” your competitive edge.
Meet the Next Wave of Founders
Hear from breakout AI entrepreneurs and investors who are changing the game—and get inspired by those just a few steps ahead of you.
We’ll unveil the inaugural AI List, recognizing the most promising early-stage AI startups and builders from around the world. Get a first look at who’s shaping the future—and could be your next collaborator, co-investor, or role model. We're accepting nominations until Sept 10th.
Get Fundraising Insights from top investors and backed founders
Make Real Connections with other AI founders at your stage
Join Live VC AMAs, workshops, and small-group roundtables
Understand What’s Next in AI product, funding, and adoption
👉🏽 Help us spotlight the next 100 rising stars shaping the future of AI—nominate a builder, researcher, founder, or leader you admire for the Mayfield | Divot AI List today.
Bevy / Startup Grind
Co-founder & CEO
Mayfield Fund
Managing Partner
Silicon Valley
Chapter Director
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