​April 30th - NY’s Mid to Enterprise Tech, AI Panel & Startup Pitch Night

The #1 B2B accelerator, Alchemist, and LEAD are bringing the enterprise crowd together.

The AI-driven transformation of enterprise technology and operations is unlocking major opportunities for startups, investors, and business leaders. As companies scale, the demand for AI-powered solutions to improve collaboration, decision-making, compliance, and efficiency continues to grow.

This interactive fun event tackles key questions such as:

• Where are the biggest investment opportunities?
• How is AI shaping enterprise and mid-market SaaS?
• What solutions are companies looking for? How do you sell to them?
• What are your competitors doing?

​Join us for an exclusive event featuring industry leaders shaping the future of AI software and enterprise infrastructure solutions. Co-hosted by Alchemist Accelerator, LEAD, and Enterprise Information & Knowledge Management Strategy researchers from Columbia University, this event brings together top experts, investors, and founders driving innovation in mid-market and enterprise technology. Mingle with Alchemist’s portfolio founders and connect with key players shaping the next wave of enterprise solutions.

1. ​Mid-Market: Typically 100 to 999 employees and annual revenue between $10M to $1B
2. ​Enterprise: Typically 1,000+ employees and annual revenue of $1B+

• ​Dr. , CEO of Knowledge Strategies and former NASA Chief Knowledge Officer, is a leading expert in AI-driven workforce analytics, talent management, and enterprise learning. He built NASA’s top-ranked Project Management Academy, shaped agency governance, and now advises PMI and Columbia University on AI-powered talent strategies. Author of and .

• is the General Partner of and a deep tech investor with a track record across AI, infrastructure, and advanced computing. He was a founding partner at (~$50M AUM), an early-stage deep tech fund, where he led investments in AI, quantum, autonomy, and microchips. He’s also advised and invested in later-stage companies like Clear Street ($270M Series B) and CoreWeave (multi-billion-dollar AI infra), giving him a rare perspective across both early and growth stages—especially valuable to founders building toward scale in complex technical markets.

• is the CEO & Co-Founder of , a (venture-backed) next-generation payments and contract platform that integrates e-signature, money movement, and workflow—bridging a major gap in enterprise operations. Previously, Martin has spent over a decade as a General Partner at Adventure Fund, investing in some of the most disruptive early- and late-stage tech companies, including Stripe ($95B), Plaid ($13.4B), Deel ($5.5B), Carta ($7.4B), and Acquire.com. His experience sits at the intersection of mid-market and enterprise tech, both as a founder building infrastructure-level tools and as an investor backing platforms that scale.

• is the Enterprise CTO – Technology Strategy at Microsoft, where he leads strategic direction across the enterprise cloud and AI stack. With over a decade of experience advising Fortune 500 CTOs and CIOs, Ravi brings sharp insight into AI-driven transformation, enterprise SaaS, and how large organizations evaluate and adopt emerging technologies. Ravi’s perspective bridges technology strategy and real-world enterprise demand, making him uniquely suited to speak on where AI is driving opportunity—and how to get there first.

• ​(Moderator) , the CEO & Co-Founder of , an AI-driven platform transforming HR and knowledge management, used by 2,000+ companies, including Fortune 500 clients. A serial entrepreneur, she led Meitu Japan, the expansion arm of , a Chinese tech giant known for its AI-powered beauty and social apps with 1B+ downloads. Much like TikTok’s global rise, Meitu became Asia’s leading beauty and social app ahead of its $4.5B IPO in 2016. 🚀

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✅ Startup Founders & Operators – Understand what enterprise buyers need, how to sell to them, and what your competitors are doing. Pre-seed, Seed, and later-stage startups are all welcome. If you're at the idea stage, this is a great opportunity to learn, network, and gain insights from industry experts and experienced founders.
✅ VCs & Investors – Go beyond the VC echo chamber—learn what enterprises actually need and uncover overlooked high-growth opportunities in AI-driven SaaS.
✅ Enterprise & IT Leaders – Cut through the hype—understand what AI-powered software actually does, what’s usable in the market, and how to leverage the right solutions to drive business impact and advance your career.

✅ Alchemist portfolio founders – Yes—this is one of Alchemist's official founder gatherings for those based on the East Coast.

✅ Startups interested in applying to top business accelerators

If you're interested in applying to Alchemist, the best way is to connect with current portfolio founders and then apply directly via:
👉 https://www.alchemistaccelerator.com/

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​🚀 – Alchemist Accelerator is the #1 B2B accelerator focused on enterprise startups, managing $4B+ in assets and backed by top investors like A16Z, Accel, and Sequoia. With 52%+ of startups receiving funding post-graduation, Alchemist helps early-stage companies secure investment and build scalable B2B solutions.

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🤝 – An AI-powered knowledge management platform that analyze and optimizes enterprise knowledge networks, enhancing collaboration, employee engagement, and knowledge flow to break down silos and share expertise.

✅ To keep the vibe relaxed and enjoyable, we’ll also have wine, cheese, light bites, and other beverages—plus some great music to set the tone for an evening of thoughtful conversation and casual networking.

✅ If you're a startup working on AI-driven solutions for mid-to-enterprise customers, and want to apply to pitch, email [email protected] with the subject "Startup Pitch 4/30 Application." Selected startups will have a $49 participation fee, which includes one event ticket. Please make sure to check the ticketing page for pitch details and read through the FAQs. Thank you!

✅ We also have a limited number of sponsorship spots available.
If you’re interested in sponsoring this event or co-hosting future events with Alchemist Accelerator in New York, please reach out to [email protected] with the subject line:
“Event Sponsorship with Alchemist”, Thank you!

✅ If you're currently a student or someone interested in getting involved in the enterprise tech community as a volunteer, we’d love to hear from you! We’re planning a series of events—including panels, networking sessions, and private founder dinners—and are looking for passionate individuals to help us bring them to life. Please reach out to with the subject line “Volunteer Application” and include your LinkedIn profile.

👉 The event will take place in Downtown to Midtown Manhattan.
The exact address will be shared soon with registered attendees. Stay tuned!

This isn’t your typical panel or just another startup party—we’ve designed this experience to be both insightful and genuinely engaging.

✅ Color-Coded Badges – Whether you’re a founder, investor, enterprise buyer, or operator, your badge will help others identify your role at a glance—making networking meaningful and intentional from the moment you walk in.

🎶 Curated Vibes – We’ll have a thoughtful atmosphere with good music, wine, light bites, and open conversations. It’s a chance to learn, connect, and unwind—all without the rigid or overly flashy feel of traditional events.

We believe the best conversations happen when smart people feel relaxed, inspired, and are surrounded by others who genuinely care about building the future of enterprise tech. That’s what this event is all about. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insider knowledge, connect with industry leaders, and explore the future of AI in the enterprise.

This photo is from LEAD’s Speed Reverse Pitching Night featuring Cisco Ventures, Garage Ventures, Bay Angels, serial entrepreneurs, and YC founders.

📸 Photo & Video Disclaimer
By attending this event, you acknowledge and agree that photos and videos may be taken during the event for promotional purposes. These may be used by the event organizers on platforms such as Luma, Eventbrite, social media, and future event materials.

If you do not wish to be photographed or recorded, please notify the event staff upon arrival.

Info: ​​A brief welcome from event hosts. Panelists share their experiences and discuss emerging trends.

Info: Selected startups will each have 3 minutes to pitch in a demo day format, followed by up to 5 minutes of panelist feedback and Q&A. The session will be fast-paced and interactive, providing startups with valuable insights from industry experts.

Info: 6 selected attendees will each have 30 seconds to introduce themselves and share what they are working on.

​The rest of the attendees can engage in deeper conversations with industry experts and investors, leveraging the provided guest list for meaningful interactions.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Manhattan, midtown, New York, United States