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2026-10-13 · 19:00:00 · New York

The Three Monkeys

832 8th Avenue, New York, NY 10019

The Founders Club hosts an evening of rapid pitching and networking focused on artificial intelligence and machine learning at The Three Monkeys in New York.

Discover cutting-edge AI & ML startups, pitch your ideas, and network with investors, founders, and tech innovators.

Pitch & Networking Event: AI & Machine Learning Step into the world of AI innovation and connect with the people building the future. This high-energy event brings together founders, investors, and professionals working at the forefront of artificial intelligence and machine learning. At the core of the evening is live pitching —and everyone is welcome to participate. Whether you're developing a breakthrough model, investing in deep tech, or exploring opportunities in AI, you’ll get a 1-minute slot to introduce yourself, your idea, or your ask. Who Should Attend: AI and ML Entrepreneurs and Startup Founders: Ideal for those looking to showcase their innovative solutions, seek funding, or find potential co-founders. This event provides a platform to pitch your projects to an audience that includes potential investors and partners, maximizing exposure and opportunities for growth. Investors Specializing in AI and ML: Venture capitalists and angel investors interested in the latest developments in AI and ML will find a pool of potential investment opportunities. This event offers a streamlined way to identify emerging talents and innovative projects worth backing. AI and ML Professionals: Data scientists, machine learning engineers, researchers, and other professionals working in the AI and ML fields should attend to network with peers, discuss industry trends, a

Founder brief

Who should attend

Founders building AI and machine learning startups who want to present their solutions, raise capital, or recruit co-founders will get direct visibility here. Angel investors and venture capitalists seeking emerging deep tech deals, alongside data scientists, machine learning engineers, and researchers, will find immediate peer connections.

What happens

Proceedings begin at 7:00 PM with a welcoming overview of the evening format. From 7:30 PM, attendees take the floor for one-minute elevator pitches to introduce their business, project, or specific ask. The final hour from 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM transitions into open networking to follow up on interesting pitches.

Who's in the room

Participants include artificial intelligence entrepreneurs at various stages, venture capitalists and angel investors actively scouting machine learning projects, and technical specialists such as data scientists and researchers discussing industry developments.

How to prepare

Time a strict sixty-second verbal pitch beforehand so you deliver your core value proposition and clear ask without getting cut off. Keep contact details or a portfolio link readily accessible on your phone to share during the post-pitch networking hour.

Organizer: The Founders Club

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At a glance

Tickets
9.85 – 39.19 USD
Refunds
Refunds up to 7 days before event
Stage
Any
Sectors
Ai ml

Agenda

  1. 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM · Welcome — Kick off the evening with a warm introduction and overview of how the networking and pitch session will run.
  2. 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM · Elevator Pitch — Each attendee will have the opportunity to deliver a short 60-second elevator pitch to the room. This is your chance to introduce your business, share what you’re building, and clearly state what you're looking for — investment, partnerships, clients, or talent.
  3. 8:30 PM – 9:30 PM · Networking — Open networking session. Connect with founders, investors, and professionals in a relaxed setting. Continue conversations sparked during pitches, exchange contacts, and explore collaboration opportunities.

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