Defense Tech, AI, and Fundraising Dominate StrictlyVC LA
▼ Summary
– StrictlyVC Los Angeles will take place on June 18 at The Aerospace Corporation Campus in El Segundo, gathering investors, founders, and tech leaders.
– Ethan Thornton of Mach Industries will discuss building a hard tech company for a new era of defense technology.
– Delian Asparouhov of Founders Fund and Saif Khawaja of Shinkei Systems will talk about the rise of physical AI and robotics.
– Carter Reum of M13 will explore how AI is reshaping industries and how investors identify durable companies.
– The event offers curated networking opportunities for attendees to connect with founders, investors, and operators beyond the onstage sessions.
With just two weeks until the event, StrictlyVC Los Angeles is set to convene on Thursday, June 18 at The Aerospace Corporation Campus in El Segundo. This evening gathering will bring together investors, founders, and tech leaders for candid discussions on the most significant shifts in venture capital, defense technology, artificial intelligence, and advanced industry. Reserve your spot here.
For executives navigating a rapidly evolving tech landscape, StrictlyVC offers a rare opportunity: direct engagement with the people building, funding, and shaping tomorrow’s leading companies. The conversations are unfiltered, the audience is carefully curated, and the insights go far beyond what you’ll find in headlines or on social media.
Who’s taking the stage in Los Angeles
The evening kicks off with Ethan Thornton, founder of Mach Industries. In his session, “Built for a New Era of Defense Technology,” Thornton will discuss how to build a hard tech company at speed and how advances in autonomy, manufacturing, and national security are transforming the defense sector. His story reflects a broader trend of founders tackling ambitious challenges in industries undergoing rapid change.
Next, Delian Asparouhov of Founders Fund and Saif Khawaja of Shinkei Systems will explore the rise of physical AI. Their conversation will focus on how developments in robotics, automation, and artificial intelligence are creating new opportunities to reshape the physical world. They’ll share what it takes to build and scale breakthrough technologies beyond software.
Also joining the lineup is Carter Reum, co-founder and partner at M13. In his session, “Finding the Next Big Thing,” Reum will examine how AI is reshaping industries and how investors are moving past short-term hype to identify companies built for long-term durability. He’ll offer his perspective on where innovation is creating the most meaningful opportunities and how venture investing is evolving as new categories emerge.
More speakers and sessions will be announced soon as the StrictlyVC Los Angeles agenda continues to expand. Stay tuned for updates.
Grab your pass and join the conversation
Beyond the onstage discussions, StrictlyVC Los Angeles is designed to unite the people driving innovation across technology and venture capital. Throughout the evening, attendees can connect with founders, investors, and operators in an environment that fosters meaningful dialogue and idea exchange. Whether you’re looking to expand your network, gain fresh perspectives, or discover emerging opportunities, the event’s value extends well beyond the scheduled sessions. Secure your spot here.
(Source: TechCrunch)
