HYSTA Talk Company Building and Growth How to Attract VCs in the Age of AI

Join us on June 8th at 3:00 pm PDT for an exciting HYSTA Talk on "Company Building and Growth: How to Attract VCs in the Age of AI." This event is proudly hosted in collaboration with the University of San Francisco Center for Business Studies and Innovation in Asia-Pacific (CBSI-AP), and TiE Silicon Valley.

We are honored to have distinguished speaker Alfred Chuang and moderator Roger Chen. Together, they will share their insightful perspectives on company building and growth, exploring the opportunities and challenges presented in the Age of AI.

Date and time:

June 8th, Friday, 3:00pm to 5:00pm

Venue:

Q Bay Center, 160 E Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134

Agenda:

2:30 - 3:00 Check-in

3:00 - 3:05 Opening Remark

3:05 - 4:25 HYSTA Talk Company Building and Growth How to Attract VCs in the Age of AI

4:25 - 4:55 Q&A

4:55 - 5:00 Closing Remark

Alfred Chuang is a celebrated entrepreneur and venture investor, often referred to as the "Silicon Valley CEO’s CEO" by industry giants like Andreessen Horowitz. As the co-founder and CEO of BEA Systems, he spearheaded the company’s rise to prominence, culminating in an $8.6 billion acquisition by Oracle. Alfred also founded Magnet Systems, a leader in innovative mobile and web platforms, including the pioneering Magnet Beauty.

His outstanding achievements have earned him numerous accolades, including C/F Silicon Valley Philanthropist of the Year and the SD Forum Visionary Award. Alfred is currently a general partner at Race Capital and serves on advisory boards at top U.S. and Hong Kong universities.

Born in Hong Kong, Alfred holds a B.S. from the University of San Francisco and a master’s degree from UC Davis.

Professor Roger Chen of the University of San Francisco expertly blends teaching in corporate innovation and global competition with direct ties to Silicon Valley’s dynamic business scene. He co-founded the "Silicon Valley Venture Capitalists Confidence Analysis and Index" and has been instrumental in advancing the Journal of Asia Business Studies. His consulting roles span major corporations such as Intel and Panasonic.

Professor Chen holds a Ph.D. in Strategy and International Management from the University of Texas at Dallas. His leadership at USF has included chairing the Department of Marketing, Globalization, and Strategy, emphasizing his commitment to academic excellence and practical application in business.

HYSTA is a Silicon Valley based non-profit organization of Chinese American professionals. We believe in hardworking, social responsibility, humanity, and social justice. We are open and inclusive to all who share our beliefs
HYSTA was created by a group of visionary Chinese entrepreneurs to help and promote the professional growth of the members in the fields of Science and Technology. Today, we strive to build upon the great foundation laid by our earlier members. We aim to better serve the community by responding timely to its evolving needs and by building sustainable support for generations to come.
Our mission is to elevate leadership and entrepreneurship for Chinese Americans.

Imagine a world where ambitious dreamers meet funding wizards and powerhouse corporations, sparking a revolution TiE Silicon Valley is the founding chapter of TiE, fostering entrepreneurship for more than 30 years. TiE is a non-profit that was founded in 1992 in Silicon Valley by a group of successful entrepreneurs, corporate executives, and investors. It has since grown to more than 55 chapters across more than 15 countries. TiE is the world’s largest global network with a mission to foster entrepreneurship globally through mentoring, networking, investments, and education.

The University of San Francisco (USF) is a private Jesuit university located in San Francisco, California. Founded in 1855, it is one of the oldest universities in California. USF is known for its commitment to social justice, diversity, and academic excellence. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs in fields such as business, law, education, nursing, and the arts and sciences. USF's campus is situated in the vibrant and culturally diverse city of San Francisco, providing students with unique opportunities for experiential learning, internships, and community engagement. The university's mission emphasizes educating students to become compassionate and ethical leaders who positively impact their communities and the world.

The University of San Francisco Center for Business Studies and Innovation in Asia-Pacific (CBSI-AP) was originally founded in 2014 as the China Business Studies Institute. Over the last decade, it has grown and evolved into a research center focused on innovation and entrepreneurship, and into a premier San Francisco and Silicon Valley-based thought-leader, learning hub, and bridge builder for US and Asia-Pacific business communities.

CBSI’s mission is to facilitate collaboration between students, faculty, government and business, and, in doing so, serve as a bridge connecting the US and Asia, as a center of knowledge and innovation, and as an educational incubator for business leaders.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Q Bay Center, 160 East Tasman Drive, San Jose, United States