Prepare to join us for StrictlyVC Los Angeles 2026, an exclusive evening designed to foster high-impact discussions among leading investors and entrepreneurs. This intimate gathering will delve into critical insights from the forefront of venture capital and cutting-edge technology. Scheduled for Thursday, June 18, at The Aerospace Corporation Campus in El Segundo, this event upholds StrictlyVC’s commitment to providing direct access to the visionary ideas and influential leaders charting the future course of technology and capital. Ensure your participation by securing your spot.
For executives, investors, and founders navigating an increasingly intricate market landscape, this presents an unparalleled opportunity. Attendees will gain entry to conversations that seldom occur in public forums, hearing directly from the individuals spearheading transformative changes across defense, artificial intelligence, and advanced industries.
The evening will commence with a compelling session led by Ethan Thornton, founder of Mach Industries. In his presentation, "Built for a New Era of Defense Technology," Thornton will articulate the intricacies of rapidly scaling a hardtech company and illuminate the structural shifts occurring within defense innovation, driven by the growing interconnectedness of autonomy, advanced manufacturing, and national security. His perspective offers a window into a new generation of founders who are revitalizing sectors once perceived as slow-moving, now undergoing rapid evolution through technological acceleration.
Following this, the discourse will pivot to the crucial topic of investing in the next frontier of physical AI. This segment will feature Delian Asparouhov of Founders Fund alongside Saif Khawaja of Shinkei Systems. Together, they will explore how breakthroughs in AI, robotics, and automation are fundamentally reshaping not only software systems but also the tangible physical world. Their discussion will address the essential steps required to transition groundbreaking technologies from conceptualization to widespread, real-world deployment.
Additional distinguished speakers and stimulating conversations will be unveiled in the coming weeks as the StrictlyVC Los Angeles agenda continues to develop. We encourage you to stay informed on new speaker announcements and event updates.
As the evening progresses, the true value of the event will emerge in the informal interactions. Conversations will extend beyond the stage in an environment meticulously crafted for unparalleled access, focused engagement, and close proximity to the individuals actively shaping the next generation of companies. It is a setting where initial introductions seamlessly evolve into profound insights, and those insights frequently blossom into significant opportunities. Secure your place at this pivotal event.
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