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Step SF 2024 Agenda

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    August 15, 2024
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    9:30 am
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    Main Stage
  • General

Official Opening and Welcoming

  • 9:30 am
  • 9:35 am
  • Main Stage

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    August 15, 2024
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    9:40 am
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    Main Stage
  • AI

Navigating the AI Landscape

  • 9:40 am
  • 10:00 am
  • Main Stage

  • Jeremiah Owyang Blitzcaling Ventures
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    August 15, 2024
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    10:05 am
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    Main Stage
  • Venture

Chat with Abe Minkara from Legacy Knight on the Evolution of Family Investment Offices

From Wealth Preservation to Venture Capital Powerhouses. Explore the transformation of family investment offices from wealth preservation to key players…

  • 10:05 am
  • 10:30 am
  • Main Stage

From Wealth Preservation to Venture Capital Powerhouses. Explore the transformation of family investment offices from wealth preservation to key players in venture capital, focusing on unique strategies, risk management, global impact, and trends in tech investment in emerging markets.

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    August 15, 2024
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    10:35 am
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    Main Stage
  • Venture

Hub71: A Global Launchpad for Startup Growth from Abu Dhabi Hosted by Hub71

Hub71, Abu Dhabi’s global tech ecosystem, has emerged among the leading startup hubs in the MENA region and is home…

  • 10:35 am
  • 11:10 am
  • Main Stage

Hub71, Abu Dhabi’s global tech ecosystem, has emerged among the leading startup hubs in the MENA region and is home to over 300 startups and 54 founder nationalities. This vibrant hub, designed to foster startup growth and innovation is providing founders with the programs, incentives, and resources they need to scale. With a vast network of market, capital, talent, and cross-border partners, Hub71 is supporting startups from around the world to unlock commercial deals and investments in Abu Dhabi and beyond. Join us for an insightful panel discussion and hear from founders and investors on why Hub71 and the UAE capital should be top of mind for innovators seeking boundless growth opportunities.

  • Mohammed Alkhoori Hub71
  • Lola Fernandez VentureSouq
  • Farid Khreino Hub71
  • Christian Calderon Superfine
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    August 15, 2024
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    11:15 am
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    Main Stage
  • Venture

Keynote by Reid Hoffman's Blitzscaling Co-Author: Chris Yeh

  • 11:15 am
  • 11:35 am
  • Main Stage

  • Chris Yeh Blitzscaling Ventures
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    August 15, 2024
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    11:55 am
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    Main Stage
  • Venture

Catalyzing Growth: Strategic Investment in Emerging Economies and Diverse Founders

VCs delve into strategic investment opportunities in emerging economies, and highlight the distinctive traits of founders from emerging markets.

  • 11:55 am
  • 12:30 pm
  • Main Stage

VCs delve into strategic investment opportunities in emerging economies, and highlight the distinctive traits of founders from emerging markets.

  • Sara Rona Silicon Valley Bank
  • Edith Yeung Race Capital
  • Kendrick Kho Hyperparameter
  • Mohammed Almeshekah Outliers
  • Prerna Sharma Antler US
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    August 15, 2024
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    1:30 pm
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    Main Stage
  • AI

Navigating the Artificial Intelligence Investment Landscape: No Size Fits All

Top-Tier VCs explore navigating the dynamic Artificial Intelligence landscape, discussing challenges faced in the sector when picking the winning technologies,…

  • 1:30 pm
  • 2:10 pm
  • Main Stage

Top-Tier VCs explore navigating the dynamic Artificial Intelligence landscape, discussing challenges faced in the sector when picking the winning technologies, regulatory nuances, and tailored investment strategies for success.

  • Lisa Yu 99VC
  • Aaref Hilaly Bain Capital Ventures
  • Calvin Chin E14 Fund
  • Jon Chu Khosla Ventures
  • Bilal Zuberi Lux Capital
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    August 15, 2024
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    2:15 pm
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    Main Stage
  • Venture

VCs Fundraising Globally: Digging into the Global Capital

Dynamics of global VC fundraising, focusing on accessing capital from LPs in the Middle East and beyond. The panel discusses…

  • 2:15 pm
  • 2:50 pm
  • Main Stage

Dynamics of global VC fundraising, focusing on accessing capital from LPs in the Middle East and beyond. The panel discusses key considerations, cultural nuances, and strategic approaches for VCs navigating international fundraising to fuel innovation and growth in the global tech ecosystem.

  • Priya Rajan MUFG
  • Carlos Ramos de la Vega GPCA
  • Abhishek Shukla Prosperity7 Ventures
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    August 15, 2024
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    2:55 pm
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    Main Stage
  • AI

AI Agents Democratizing Development

Explore how AI agents are revolutionizing development accessibility across industries. Discussing the power of AI agents in democratizing innovation, empowering…

  • 2:55 pm
  • 3:35 pm
  • Main Stage

Explore how AI agents are revolutionizing development accessibility across industries. Discussing the power of AI agents in democratizing innovation, empowering diverse creators, and the societal impact of AI-driven tools in fostering inclusive technological advancement.

  • Eileen Wu Ignite Ventures
  • Omar Shaya MultiOn
  • Sami Shalabi Maven AGI
  • Gabriela de Queiroz Microsoft
  • Ahmed AJ Tasker AI
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    August 15, 2024
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    3:40 pm
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    Main Stage
  • Venture

Fireside Chat with Connie Chan, Andreessen Horowitz

  • 3:40 pm
  • 4:00 pm
  • Main Stage

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    August 15, 2024
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    4:00 pm
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    Main Stage
  • Venture

Intuitions on Language Models by Jason Wei, OpenAI

Exploring why large language models excel, emphasizing manual data inspection for insights, multi-task learning via next-word prediction, predictable scaling effects,…

  • 4:00 pm
  • 4:20 am
  • Main Stage

Exploring why large language models excel, emphasizing manual data inspection for insights, multi-task learning via next-word prediction, predictable scaling effects, emergent task abilities, and the nuances of scaling on model performance.

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    August 15, 2024
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    4:25 pm
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    Main Stage
  • SaaS

Non-conventional Approach to Scaling SaaS Businesses

Innovative strategies for scaling SaaS businesses beyond conventional methods. From product development to market expansion and business growth, SaaS leaders…

  • 4:25 pm
  • 5:00 pm
  • Main Stage

Innovative strategies for scaling SaaS businesses beyond conventional methods. From product development to market expansion and business growth, SaaS leaders will uncover unconventional approaches that drive sustainable growth and competitive advantage in the evolving tech landscape.

  • Alexa Hall Wildseed Capital
  • Wardah Inam, PhD Overjet
  • Mohammad Alazzam Ertikaz Solutions
  • Jennifer Rhima Apollo.io
  • Faizan Buzdar roll.ai
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    August 15, 2024
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    4:45 pm
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    Main Stage
  • General

Networking Food and Drinks

  • 4:45 pm
  • 6:45 pm
  • Main Stage

  •  
    August 15, 2024
  •  
    5:00 pm
  •  
    Main Stage
  • General

Closing Remarks

  • 5:00 pm
  • 5:10 pm
  • Main Stage

  •  
    August 15, 2024
  •  
    5:00 pm
  •  
    Main Stage
  • General

Sunset Drinks by Intercom & Antler

​Step SF's sunset drinks will be hosted by Intercom and Antler on the rooftop of the historic building at 1…

  • 5:00 pm
  • 8:00 pm
  • Main Stage

​Step SF's sunset drinks will be hosted by Intercom and Antler on the rooftop of the historic building at 1 Beach St with panoramic views of the city and the San Francisco Bay. Meet and mingle with founders and investors while enjoying the sunset following the Step SF 2024 conference.