Tech Weekend

3-Day Residential Conference with Overnight Stay

Immersive 3-day tech conference hosting 200 founders, investors, & tech professionals, featuring overnight accommodation, meals, & workshops

Speakers


Andrew
Gazdecki

Founder and CEO
Acquire.com


Ben Kromnick

Head of Partnerships
Deal Maker


Grace Anne Belangia

Founder & CEO
Make Startups   


Leonard Lee

Head of Accelerator
500 Startups


Aaron Goldsmid


Jeff Weinstein

Andrew
Gazdecki

CEO @ MicroAcquire. Former CEO of Bizness Apps & Altcoin
"Founders Night is a special event for entrepreneurs that really brings founders together who are all looking to network and learn how to build startups. I really enjoyed speaking at one of their events and could feel the community's energy in the room."

Ryan
Breslow

Founder & Chairman of Bolt
"It was inspiring to see so many talented people in one room. We need more stuff like this."

Raed A.
Masri 

Founding Partner of Transform VC.
"We sponsored one Founders Night and received  so much deal flow that  weren't even prepared for it"

Elizabeth
Swaney

Founder of Caramel Club
"The Founders Night community has given me the confidence and resources to be a successful early-stage co-founder. I’ve also met some of the first members of my team through Founders Night events."

Daniel
Idzkowski

Managing & Founding Partner at American Pillar Partners
“I’ve been attending the Founders Night since it was just a couple dozen founders in a backyard around a fire pit, and immediately fell in love with the community.  As an investor and VC with operational experience, I loved the casual and grassroots environment with founders with no particular business context, just founders sharing interests and what they’re building.“

Adam
O'Donnell

Startup Partnerships Zendesk for Startups
"Founders Village has one of the most engaged communities in San Francisco! I love working with them because it always leads to great conversations and more founders learning about our program!"

Samuel
Ekpe

Founder & CEO of Grupa
“Founders night is a vibrant and diverse community of people trying to invent the future”

Jessica
LeDoux

Events Marketing Manager at Deel
"Yasmeen and her team helped us throw an extremely engaging event!  They put together a live-streamed interactive fireside chat that was a huge success and professionally handled.  We were competing with some big events that evening from Google and Startup World Cup, TechCrunch, 500 Global - and we still had people show up with name tags from those events and end the evening with our event - which says a lot!  Founders Village is one of the most hyped communities and I have the pleasure to be a part of!  I highly recommend supporting this incredible community."

WHAT IS TECH WEEKEND

Tech weekend is a three-day residential networking weekend designed to connect founders, investors, and engineers in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. With a residential pass, you'll enjoy a 3-day, 2-night stay at Draper University's beautiful campus, featuring fully furnished rooms with attached baths, providing a comfortable and convenient accommodation experience for the attendees and a day pass grants access to the activities and sessions of the Tech Weekend but it does not cover your overnight accommodation.

Frequently Asked Questions

RESIDENTIAL PASS VS DAY PASS

  • A residential pass provides access to the full Tech Weekend experience, including accommodation, meals and sessions for the duration of the event.
  • A day pass grants access to the activities and sessions of the Tech Weekend but it does not cover your over night accomodation.

DISCOVER THE VENUE

This event will take place at Draper University, located in the heart of Downtown San Mateo, California. Draper University is a premier destination for innovators, entrepreneurs, and change-makers. The site boasts fully furnished accommodations, a co-working office, game rooms, a fitness studio, refreshing swimming pool, a BBQ pit and unlimited coffee. You'll have access to all the amenities you need to stay productive and focused, while also having fun and making new connections.

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WHY DRAPER UNIVERSITY?

Draper University (also known as "DraperU” or “DU") is a pre-accelerator and venture capital firm that trains and backs entrepreneurs building the future through technology. Part of the wider Draper ecosystem of companies, we invest from pre-seed to Series A and are sector agnostic.

DU trained 3,000+ founders from 102 countries in the last 10 years (we’re celebrating our 10th anniversary this fall!) who have gone on to start 700+ companies and raised $950m+ in funding. Draper funds in the last three decades have invested in some of the most iconic companies of our time. Products and services we still use, every day. Tesla, Skype, Twitter, Hotmail, Robinhood, Coinbase, SpaceX are some of these names you might recognize.

TECH WEEKEND HIGHLIGHTS

You will be attending panel discussions featuring industry leaders and experts, participate in start-up huddles to discuss challenges and opportunities with fellow founders, take part in pitch competition or simply unwind with a game of ping pong or a dip in the pool. Since Tech Weekend is a residential event, you'll have the opportunity to stay on-site.
Whether you're looking to make new connections, share your experiences, or simply have fun with other members of the tech and start-up community, Tech Weekend at Draper University is the perfect event for you. Don't miss this opportunity to network, bond, and have fun in a supportive and welcoming environment. Register now for Tech Weekend!

WHY IS IT SPECIAL

And since Tech Weekend is a residential event, you'll have the opportunity to stay on-site and fully immerse yourself in the experience. You'll have access to comfortable accommodations, delicious meals, and all the amenities you need to stay productive and focused. Here you will make friendships and connections that will last a long time.Whether you're looking to make new connections, share your experiences, or simply have fun with other members of the tech and startup community, Tech Weekend at Draper University is the perfect event for you. Don't miss this opportunity to network, bond, and have fun in a supportive and welcoming environment. Register now for Tech Weekend!

PITCH COMPETITION

During Tech Weekend, two startup founders will win 100% scholarships to Draper Hero Training.
The original program fee is $12,000.

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Pitch Competition is exclusive for Tech Weekend attendees only: Sign up for Tech Weekend to enter the Competition.

Stand Out at The Tech Weekend

STARTUP HUDDLE

This is an exciting opportunity for start-ups to host engaging sessions and share insights about their products or any topic they are passionate about. It's a platform to create awareness and spark meaningful conversations within our vibrant community.

Each huddle session will be 45 minutes long and we'll provide you with a designated spot to make your session a success. Our dedicated team will be there to support you in setting up your huddle and ensuring a seamless experience. Don't miss out on this chance to make an impact and connect with fellow entrepreneurs.

To host a start-up huddle, fill out the form

STARTUP SHOWCASE

Set up a captivating start-up booth at the Tech Weekend and create a visually appealing space to showcase your product, engage with attendees, and make meaningful connections.

To host a START-UP SHOWCASE, fill out the form

JOIN US AS A SPONSOR

Elevate your brand, seize unique opportunities, and leave a lasting impression as a sponsor of our Tech Weekend. Gain prime visibility, exclusive access to top tech talent, and forge connections with industry trailblazers. Your support fuels innovation, empowers start-ups, and shapes the future. Join us as a sponsor and be part of an exceptional event celebrating the forefront of technology.

Reach a global audience and amplify your brand's presence by sponsoring our live-broadcasted Tech Weekend. With worldwide social media coverage, your brand will captivate the attention of founders and tech enthusiasts, showcasing your commitment to innovation and industry leadership.

TO JOIN AS A SPONSOR, fill out the form