UC Berkeley Sutardja Center for Entrepreneurship and Technology (SCET)

?? How I Made $2K with AI Last Weekend (And How You Can Too!) ?? Last weekend, Sepehr Khosravi used AI to revamp a pizza shop’s website—without writing a single line of code—and made $2,000 in just a few days. Now, he’s breaking it down step by step in this live webinar so you can do the same. Whether you’re looking for a side hustle, a startup idea, or a new way to automate your work, this session will give you practical takeaways to start earning with AI. ?? Learn how to: ? Use Lovable to build real apps with zero coding ? Automate workflows using n8n ? Turn AI into a profitable skill ?? Spots are limited – register now! ?? March 26, 2025 | 5 PM - 6 PM PT ?? Live webinar #AI #NoCode #Automation #SideHustle #Berkeley #StartupStudio

Google, Databricks, HubSpot and Coinbase – what career advice do Product Managers from these industry giants hold for aspiring PMs? Today, I had the honor of hosting an inspiring panel in our Product Management course featuring insights from PMs at these top companies. A huge thank you to Catherine Zhao, Aniruth N., Matthew Kang, and Jake Tennant from our course team and the 60 students in our course! What We Learned: - Job Searching Strategies: How to identify and pursue the right opportunities in a competitive market. - Networking with Product Leaders: Tips for reaching out to Product Managers and companies effectively. - Application & Interview Insights: Best practices for navigating application processes and acing interviews. - New Grad Guidance: Actionable advice for embarking on your new grad journey. - Continuous Adaptation: The importance of staying curious and adapting in a fast-evolving field. Their advice was a powerful reminder to remain curious, adaptable, and drive towards our mission as we embark on our new grad journey and beyond. ?? Interested in learning more about the UC Berkeley Sutardja Center for Entrepreneurship and Technology (SCET) our Product Management course, or have any questions? Reach out—I’d love to connect and explore how we can further drive innovation and growth together. #ProductManagement #Berkeley #Entrepreneurship #Mentorship #Innovation #Startups #CareerAdvice #TechLeadership #JobSearch

I'm excited to welcome Nate Thompson to class tonight! As Managing Partner at HTX Sports Tech, Nate has driven innovation across sports, technology, and investment. With a background in Major League Baseball (MLB) and roles with the Cleveland Guardians, Baltimore Orioles, and Houston Astros, he’s a pro at optimizing operations and enhancing fan engagement. Nate also serves as Executive Director of Future of Sport and Head of Platform at The Collectiv, expanding access to #sportstech and fostering new investment opportunities. My students and I are excited to absorb Nate's wisdom and actionable insights this evening in my Berkeley Changemaker: #SportsTech: #Entrepreneurship & the #Future of #Sports class offered by UC Berkeley Sutardja Center for Entrepreneurship and Technology (SCET) in the UC Berkeley College of Engineering. Let's Go!! ???? ???? ? #SportsTech #Innovation #FutureOfSport #Leadership

Great to jam with the PM class at UC Berkeley Sutardja Center for Entrepreneurship and Technology (SCET) on landing a PM role and see some of the amazing products they are cooking up! Thanks Chandni Pari Jain for hosting a fantastic panel and session.

?? SCET Spring 2025 Global Student Spotlight ?? Daisy Tsenesa, from Ashesi University in Accra, Ghana, joined UC Berkeley Sutardja Center for Entrepreneurship and Technology (SCET) this semester for its hands-on, tech-driven approach to entrepreneurship. Passionate about merging innovation with social impact, she aims to scale agritech solutions that empower underserved communities. During her Startup Semester, she’s focused on refining her skills, accelerating her venture, and exploring AI’s potential in agriculture—drawing inspiration from tools that provide farmers with data-driven insights for sustainable growth. Learn more about SCET global programs: https://hubs.li/Q03ct2GL0 #globalstudentspotlight #entrepreneurship #ucberkeley #SCET #innovation

Calling all Berkeley innovators!?? Join us at the UC Berkeley Sutardja Center for Entrepreneurship and Technology (SCET) Venture Catalyst Forum on April 2, 2025, for an evening of high-impact networking, mentorship, and funding opportunities at the Sutardja Center for Entrepreneurship & Technology. ?? What to expect: ?? Mentorship & Networking – Connect with VCs, founders, and industry leaders.? ??Roundtable Discussions – Learn about funding, growth, and scaling strategies.? ?? Partnership & Funding – Meet accelerators, incubators, and investors looking for top talent. This is your chance to gain exclusive insights, explore strategic partnerships, and take your startup to the next level. The full lineup of VC firms and speakers will be revealed soon—stay tuned! ?? Date: April 2, 2025? ? Time: 6:30 - 8:30 PM? ?? Location: SCET, UC Berkeley (Cal Memorial Stadium) ??Spots are limited—sign up now! → (https://lnkd.in/gQ-HGvnW) #Berkeley #Entrepreneurship #Startups #VentureCapital #Networking #SCET

We're excited to announce the launch of our Educational Resources Page—a comprehensive hub designed for innovators and entrepreneurs. Whether you're a seasoned founder or just starting out, discover expert insights, previously shared articles, past webinars, and more to help you navigate your startup journey. Explore our new resources today and unlock the knowledge that can drive your success! https://hubs.li/Q03ct6D70 #ucberkeley #startup #entrepreneurship #innovation #businessgrowth

SCET #SportsTech students, don’t miss this incredible opportunity to learn from an industry leader! This Thursday, 3/20, we’re thrilled to welcome Nate Thompson as a guest speaker! As Managing Partner at HTX Sports Tech, Nate has driven innovation across sports, technology, and investment. With a background in MLB and roles with the Cleveland Guardians, Baltimore Orioles, and Houston Astros, he’s a pro at optimizing operations and enhancing fan engagement. Nate also serves as Executive Director of Future of Sport Foundation and Head of Platform at The Collectiv, expanding access to sports tech and fostering new investment opportunities. Get ready for insights that will shape the future of sports and tech! See you there! ?? ?? Learn more about the course: https://hubs.ly/Q03ct4d30 #ucberkeley #sportstech #innovation #futureofsport #leadership

?? How should AI founders and entrepreneurs think about intellectual property? ?? This spring, Anita Choi, Partner at Morrison & Foerster, is teaching Intellectual Property and Legal Essentials for Innovators & Entrepreneurs—a must-attend course for startup leaders navigating the complexities of IP. With a background as a chemist turned patent lawyer, Anita specializes in helping early-stage companies develop strategic IP portfolios, integrate IP into business models, and mitigate valuation & risk challenges. We recently sat down with Anita to discuss: ? Key IP fundamentals every founder should know ? The most common IP challenges startups face ? How to prioritize IP protection with limited resources ?? Read more & share your thoughts in the comments! https://hubs.li/Q03cfs0H0 #Startups #AI #Entrepreneurship #IPStrategy

?? A Career in AI Research: Higher Education & Industry – Key Takeaways from Today’s Event Today, we had the privilege of hearing from Sabeer Bhatia, Irene Chen, Ken Goldberg, Marsha Roberts, MD, and Chuck Ng on how AI is reshaping creativity, healthcare, and the workforce. Here are some key insights: ?? AI Will Empower Human Creativity - Over the next 5-10 years, AI will automate repetitive tasks, allowing people to focus on creativity and innovation. - Education must evolve to prioritize problem-finding rather than simply refining existing frameworks. ?? Generative AI & Healthcare Accuracy - AI hallucinations present serious risks, especially in healthcare, where precision is paramount. - Humans will remain critical in mitigating biases during model training and data collection. ?? AI Won’t Replace Humans—It Will Enhance Them - Despite concerns, AI isn’t poised to take over jobs at scale—it will complement human work. - Companies like Apple and Amazon still rely on human customer service reps, now empowered by AI to work more efficiently. ?? Investing Always Starts with People - At the early stage, nothing is more important than the founding team. A huge thank you to Daryl Png and Singapore Global Network (SGN) for supporting this event and to UC Berkeley Sutardja Center for Entrepreneurship and Technology (SCET) for hosting us. We also appreciate our collaborators—Berkeley Chinese Alumni International Association, Haas Artificial Intelligence Club, World Leading Scientists Institute, CGPSA, and ASUC Senator Ellen Tong—for making this event a success. We’re excited to continue bringing together pioneers in AI and frontier technologies at future events! ?? What are your thoughts on AI’s evolving role in creativity and work? Drop your insights below! ??