AI Startup Networking & Founder Pitch Night | NYC Manhattan

Join founders, AI builders, and investors for a high-energy evening of networking, startup pitches, and meaningful conversations.

This event is part of the Ascent Valley ecosystem — a global community connecting founders, innovators, and investors through events, community, and collaboration.

Most networking events focus on exchanging business cards.

We focus on solving real problems and building real connections.

Through interactive networking formats and guided conversations, participants share challenges, insights, and opportunities with people who understand the startup journey.

Participants share the biggest challenges they are currently facing — from fundraising to product development.

Through guided networking rounds, you connect with people who can offer insights, experience, or collaboration.

Selected founders will present their startup pitch decks to the audience and investors.

After each presentation, participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and share feedback.

A relaxed networking session to continue conversations, exchange contacts, and explore potential collaborations.

• AI startup founders

• Entrepreneurs and builders

• AI engineers and tech professionals

• Investors and venture capitalists

• Anyone building in the AI startup ecosystem

• Meet potential co-founders and collaborators

• Connect with investors and startup operators

• Get feedback on your startup or idea

• Exchange insights with people building in AI

• Expand your network in the NYC Manhattan startup ecosystem

A limited number of founders will have the opportunity to present their startup during the pitch session.

Selected founders will showcase their startup pitch deck to the audience and attending investors, followed by a short Q&A session where participants can ask questions and share feedback.

Pitching at the event is a great opportunity to present your idea, receive valuable insights, and connect with potential collaborators or investors.

If you would like to pitch your startup, please fill form

Spots are limited and startups will be selected in advance.

We welcome local investors, angel investors, and venture capitalists to join the event.

Investor participation is complimentary, subject to a simple verification process.

After verification, investors will receive access to the Ascent Valley ecosystem, including:

• curated startup introductions

• access to our startup digest

• early access to selected pitch decks

• access to our founder and investor community

• future access to the Ascent Valley platform

This event provides an opportunity to discover promising local startups, engage with founders, and share valuable feedback during the pitch session.

It is also a great way to connect with other investors and become part of a growing startup ecosystem.

Interested investors can request verification by contacting us

Ascent Valley is a global ecosystem connecting founders, innovators, and investors.

We believe great ideas shouldn’t stay hidden — they deserve to be heard, challenged, and supported by the right people.

Our mission is to create environments where ambitious builders connect, collaborate, and grow together.

Info: Check in, grab a drink, and start meeting fellow founders, builders, and investors before the program begins.

Info: A structured networking format designed to help participants share challenges, exchange insights, and connect with people who can help solve real startup problems.

Info: Time to recharge, continue conversations, and prepare for the startup pitch session.

Info: Selected founders present their startups to the audience and receive feedback from founders, operators, and investors.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

77 E 7th St, 77 East 7th Street, New York, United States

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