Pattern Breakers: Why Some Start-Ups Change the Future
HYSTA (Hua Yuan Science and Technology Association)
Empowering Chinese entrepreneurship and leadership
Join Us for an Exclusive Fireside Chat with Mike Maples, Jr.!
HYSTA and SVLC are thrilled to co-host a special event with one of Silicon Valley's most influential voices in venture capital—Mike Maples, Jr., co-founding partner at Floodgate and co-author of the #1 Amazon bestselling VC book, Pattern Breakers.
?? Date: Saturday, September 14th, 2024
?? Time: 2 - 4 PM
?? Location: 3120 Scott Blvd, Santa Clara, CA 95054
Speaker:
Mike Maples, Jr., Co-founding Partner at Floodgate
Mike Maples, Jr., is a co-founding Partner at Floodgate. He has been on the Forbes Midas List eight times in the last decade and was also named a “Rising Star” by FORTUNE and profiled by Harvard Business School for his lifetime contributions to entrepreneurship.
Before becoming a full-time investor, Mike was involved as a founder and operating executive at back-to-back startup IPOs, including Tivoli Systems (IPO TIVS, acquired by IBM) and Motive (IPO MOTV, acquired by Alcatel-Lucent.)
Some of Mike’s investments include Twitter, Twitch.tv, Clover Health, Okta, Outreach, Chegg, Demandforce, and Applied Intuition. Mike is also the author of the National Bestselling book Pattern Breakers and host of the Pattern Breakers podcast, which shares startup lessons from the super performers.
Moderator:
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Alec Wang, Founder and President of Tana Investment Group, President of Brenance
Alec Wang is the Founder and President of Tana Investment Group, a California-based firm specializing in equity and debt investments in real estate. His portfolio includes diverse residential and commercial assets across multiple states, while the firm’s debt fund, Brenance, finances real estate developers and investors. Alec has professionally contributed to World Economic Forum, Horasis, other think tanks and industry networks.
Alec is also committed to causes like renewable energy, education, and social issues. He serves on the Graham Council of the University of Chicago and the boards of the SOAR Educational Foundation and the Silicon Valley Leadership Community (SVLC), while supporting various organizations in technology, environmental conservation, cultural exchange, and the arts.
Why You Can't Miss This:
Mike Maples, Jr. has been at the forefront of backing iconic startups like Twitter, Twitch, Lyft, and Okta. In his groundbreaking book Pattern Breakers, Mike reveals the unconventional strategies that led these companies to extraordinary success—strategies that defy the “best practices” most founders follow.
In this fireside chat, Mike will delve into the hidden forces behind startup success, sharing firsthand stories and insights that challenge everything you thought you knew about launching a startup. This is your chance to learn how to think differently, act boldly, and become a pattern breaker yourself!
Who Should Attend:
Don’t miss out on this rare opportunity to engage with one of the most insightful minds in venture capital. Whether you are just starting out or scaling your next big idea, this conversation will leave you inspired and equipped to break the mold!
RSVP now and secure your spot in this must-attend event!
Let’s break the patterns together! ??