Top Startup and Venture Capital Events & Resources for May 2021

I work in the startup world and love supporting other entrepreneurs and aspiring entrepreneurs. I recently had a few people (ranging from student entrepreneurs to startup friends) interested in learning more about the Venture Capital and startup world and asking me for guidance or places to network.

After helping them out, I remembered how difficult it was to find resources when I first started in the startup community. I thought that if I was in their position, what would’ve been helpful for me? 🤔

This list includes my favorite personal resources, events, newest startup jobs, and even my current podcast obsessions. Plus, these are carefully selected and vetted by me to be sure they are relevant and helpful given my experience in the startup scene. I’m hoping this will make it easier for you to find the right resources!

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Events & Workshops

May 4

12:00 PM PST — Join Female Founders Alliance CEO in an intimate virtual lunch & learn session about opportunities in women-founded companies today and how to start investing. Register here.

May 5

8:00 AM PST — Join StartOut and Halcyon for a live Clubhouse discussion about diversity and inclusion. Find out what Halcyon is doing in D&I and why they are a collaborator in amplifying the Inclusion Impact Index.

11:00 AM PST — Dentons Global Venture Technology Group is hosting a discussion on compensation strategies for startups. This session will cover strategies and best practices to leverage salary and equity compensation. Register here.

May 11

12:00 PM PST — Join this candid conversation with Kim Walsh about leading teams and managing failure. Kim serves as Global VP, Go-To-Market Partnerships and was formerly the Head of Enterprise Sales for HubSpot. Register here.

May 13

3:00 PM PST — This live-crowdfunding event hosted by Black Girl Ventures is a high-energy, fun, focused and supportive environment that includes community in being a part of the entrepreneurial journey. Register here.

May 14

9:00 AM PST — Join the NYU Entrepreneurial Institute for a virtual networking lunch to meet local female founders and investors. Their guest speaker, Jessica Weiss, CEO of Trix, will share her startup stories and resources for fellow founders. Register here.

May 17

12:00 PM PST — Taxes are boring, but necessary! Join this mini-workshop on tips for small business owners. Shiloh Johnson, CEO of Complyant will discuss how to save money by setting up the right strategies and staying compliant! Register here.

4:00 PM PST — Enjoy this panel featuring LGBTQ+ founders in the food & beverage industry hosted by StartOut in partnership with ZX Ventures. Featuring panelists from BABE Wine, myCoffeePass, The Cauldron CompanyPLC , and Alkaline Fresh! Register here.

May 18

9:00 AM PST — Want to meet fellow diverse founders and executives from different tech ecosystems around the U.S.? How about VCs & Angel Investors eager to find their next strategic play? Then join 2021 Urban Tech Connect Conference — a 3-day virtual conference. Register here.

3:00 PM PST — Join this event featuring Alfred Lin of Sequoia Capital! Alfred was recently featured as #1 on the Forbes Midas List, and is known for investing in legendary startups such as Airbnb and DoorDash. This event is brought to you by Latina Venture Students, VCFamilia, and Latinx MBA Association. Register here.

May 19

9:00 AM PST — What do Venture Capitalists look for? How do you approach them? What is the best way to develop a relationship that leads to investment? Gain insight from VC’s who focus on investing in early stage University startups. Register here.

3:00 PM PST — Did you know that less than 3% of VC funding go to women-led startups? Join the Women Who Invest Forum hosted by Silicon Valley Forum where a panel will discuss the changes needed to increase funding for underrepresented founders. Register here.

4:30 PM PST — Hear from Jannick Malling, the co-founder and co-CEO of Public.com, an investing social network where members can own fractional shares of stocks and ETFs and share ideas within a community of investors. Register here.

May 20

12:00 PM PST — To celebrate Women’s Health Month, Grid110 is hosting a panel with trailblazing women who are spearheading new products that are making a difference on health issues. Panelists include Kristy Goodman (Preconception), Audrey Wu, and Alison Greenber (Ruth Health). Register here.

6:30 PM PST — Join Stanford Venture Studio’s Annual Demo Day in partnership with the Center for Social Innovation. This year, teams will pitch virtually, and be available to connect after presentations in breakout rooms. The Stanford Venture Studio is an entrepreneurship hub for graduate students evaluating new venture ideas. Register here.

May 21

7:00 PM PST — Join Pocket Sun (SoGal Ventures) and Priscilla Guevara (Science) for SoGal Foundation’s monthly webinar on breaking into the venture capital industry. You’ll walk away with perspective on the various paths to landing a coveted VC job. Register here.

May 25

6:00 AM PST — This is your chance to learn from an investor! Ask all your questions about finding funding, the entrepreneur-investor relationship, and how to pitch. Michelle is an investor at Solasta Ventures, a biotech VC fund. Register here.

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Podcast Recommendations

• The Consumer VC — takes a look into early-stage consumer investing and venture capital.
• Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders (ETL) by Stanford eCorner — Leaders share the secrets and setbacks encountered on their journey to entrepreneurial success in this Stanford video and podcast series.
• LA Venture — Get to know Southern California VCs, their funds, and their advice for entrepreneurs.

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Pitch Competitions & Programs For Founders

• The Inaugural Latinas in Tech Startup Competition is aimed at supporting tech startups with at least one Latina co-founder. They will award cash prizes ($20K, $10K, and $5K) to the top three winners. Apply by May 3.
• Calling all San Diego innovators! Want to connect with top-tier investors, entrepreneurs & industry leaders? Then register and apply for the First Look SoCal Innovation Showcase by May 4.
• Applications are now open for the Founder Gym’s fundraising cohort specifically designed for Black women (including trans women) who want to raise money. The cohort operates for 6 weeks, starting June 7, 2021. Apply by May 7.
• This full-time fellowship will give you the opportunity to work alongside a cohort to find your co-founding team and build a startup from scratch. You’ll also receive $25K investment upfront and get the chance to pitch for an additional investment of up to $175k. Learn more and apply here by May 7.
• Dorm Room Fund is excited to launch the virtual Female Founder Track program this summer. Over 6 sessions, they’ll help you scale your project and equip you with the skills to raise your first capital. Apply by May 11.
• Target Forward Founders is a virtual, 8-week program for early-stage product companies. This program offers connections with industry-disrupting founders and Target team members. Apply by May 12.
• The Female Investor Track is a 3-week masterclass to help women who are just starting their careers in venture transition and grow in the industry. Ideal for passionate female students who want to learn from the best investors in the game. Apply by May 21.
• Dorm Room Fund’s Blueprint Investor Track is a 8-week masterclass aimed at supporting the next generation of diverse venture investors. They’re bringing together talented Black, Latinx, and Indigenous students with an entrepreneurial mindset who want to learn from some of the best investors in the business. Apply by May 21.
• Do you want to expand your startup in the Korean market? Want to receive a free office space in Korea for 3 months and access to 1:1 mentors? Interested? Then apply to the K-Startup Grand Challenge by June 15.

Jobs

Internships & Early Career Roles

• B Capital Group is looking for a Senior Associate for their Investment Team. Ideal for someone with a passion for disruptive technology and 4+ years of work experience at a consulting firm, investment bank, or technology company.
• Excellent quantitative and qualitative analytical skills.Apply and learn more here.
• Cleo Capital is hiring for a Summer MBA VC role. They prefer someone with investment banking experience. Role is paid and flexible on start date. Email sarah@cleocap.com, if interested.
• Greycroft is hiring Associates to join their early stage investment team. Applications are open through May 30.
• Pillar VC is looking for a Fall 2021 Venture Associate. You’ll work alongside their team, meet founders, and source investment opportunities. Great opportunity to learn about the investing process. Role is 10 hours per week and will start in September 2021. Apply by May 28.
• Techstars Los Angeles is hiring an Operations Associate. Apply and learn more here.
• The Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator (LACI) is hiring a Pipeline Coordinator. Apply and learn more here.
• Wiress is looking for a Community Associate. The ideal candidate has experience in community, marketing, or social media within the startup ecosystem and a basic understanding of VC and startups. (Stipend and role is 12 hours a week)

Mid-level & Senior Roles

• BLCK VC is hiring a Program Officer. Apply and learn more here.
• IFundWomen is hiring a Senior Growth Marketing Manager. Apply and learn more here.
• Industrious is hiring a Community Manager. Apply and learn more here.
• Kapor Center is hiring a Portfolio Services Director. Apply and learn more here.
• The Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator (LACI) is hiring a Director of Investment Relations. Apply and learn more here.