First Look SoCal Innovation Showcase 2020

See the best early stage teams commercializing breakthroughs from SoCal's top research institutions. Plus keynotes and investor panels from industry leaders.

Presented by: Alliance for SoCal Innovation and Los Angeles Venture Association
Sponsored by: Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. and Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati

Tuesday, Sept 15 -- LIFE SCIENCE
Wednesday, Sept 16 -- TECHNOLOGY
9a - 3p PT (both days)

Why You Should Attend:

  • Get a first look at emerging technology with high potential for market disruption and impact
  • Discover companies seeking early stage funding to commercialize big ideas with massive potential
  • See 30 emerging startups do live quick pitch w/Q&A from notable investors PLUS 2 keynotes, 2 VC panels, and 2 workshops for startups
  • Free to attend including the webinar and online workshops
Event Description

The First Look SoCal Innovation Showcase is an annual showcase of the best early-stage teams commercializing tech and life science breakthroughs from the top research institutions in Southern California. This is the premiere platform for deep tech startups to connect with top-tier investors and successful serial entrepreneurs with expertise to help them leap from the lab to the market.

The day’s program will feature a short keynote before a full program of quick-pitch presentations (15 per day), each followed by investor-led Q&A. Each day ends with a panel discussion of investors and industry leaders.

Detailed Agenda, Speakers and Startup information here: https://www.alliancesocal.org/events/alliance-events/first-look-socal-2020

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