Connect Silicon Valley

We had an incredible event on Friday Nov 15 at Connect Silicon Valley's first breakfast event in five years at Kirks in mid-town Palo Alto. Eff Martin inspired the sold-out, standing room-only crowd with his story of his experiences leading the Techology Group at Goldman Sachs, and how his faith helped him navigate the competing forces in his life. We had people fly in from Minneapolis and drive in from as far away as Sacramento, excited to be reunited in person with old friends and have the opportunity to make new connections. If you were there, let us know what you thought of the event!

Thanks Ana Lopez for emceeing our relaunch event on Friday! It was so great to see so many people turn out for our first breakfast since 2019 and to hear Eff Martin's amazing story. Thanks to all who came out and especially to those who invited friends including Holly Liu, David Ogburn, Alan Pratt, CAP?.

We are excited to announce Rié Collett as the new Executive Director of Connect Silicon Valley! With decades of experience in marketing, business development, and community leadership, Rié brings a remarkable blend of professional expertise and a deep commitment to community transformation. From her beginnings in media with ABC TV and Disney to her work in Silicon Valley’s tech and wellness sectors, and most recently helping to lead Menlo Church’s Saratoga campus expansion, Rié has driven growth, developed strategic partnerships, and fostered community engagement. Rié’s vision and heart align powerfully with our mission to make Silicon Valley known not only for innovation but as a place that can be transformed by God’s love. We’re thrilled to have her leading our efforts to catalyze meaningful connections and spiritual growth among young professionals in the region. Please join us in welcoming Rié Collett!

You are blessed!!

As we commemorate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., let us not only remember his impactful legacy but also embrace the values and virtues he stood for.

In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths. Proverbs 3:6

???? A verse that may resonate with your soul and could bring a newfound sense of purpose and meaning to your life.

FAITH, not fear makes miracles happen.??? Tom Tognoli

Tom Tognoli thank you for your mentorship and spending time with our Bay Area youth during the holidays to share your insights and experience walking in faith and business. [Jesus concluded his Sermon on the Mount:] "Anyone who listens to my teaching and follows it is wise, like a person who builds a house on solid rock. Though the rain comes in torrents and the floodwaters rise and the winds beat against that house, it won't collapse because it is built on bedrock. But anyone who hears my teaching and doesn't obey it is foolish, like a person who builds a house on sand. When the rains and floods come and the winds beat against that house, it will collapse with a mighty crash." — Matthew 7:24-27