2024 Agenda
Tech Innovation Forum 2024 Agenda
Tuesday, April 30, 2024
Fast Pitch at UCI Beall Applied Innovation
10:00 am PST
EXPERIENCE
Registration Opens
10:30 – 12:00 pm
WELCOME TO OC INNOVATION WEEK
Fast Pitch Presentations (Round 1)
Each round will feature eight (8) companies. Each company will have 5 minutes
for their presentation and 2 minutes of Q&A.
12:00 pm – 1:20 pm
EXPERIENCE
Networking & Lunch
1:20 pm – 2:30 pm
FAST-PITCH
Fast Pitch Presentations (Round 2)
Each round will feature eight (8) companies. Each company will have 5 minutes
for their presentation and 2 minutes of Q&A.
10-Minute Break
2:40 pm – 3:50 pm
FAST-PITCH
Fast Pitch Presentations (Round 3)
Each round will feature eight (8) companies. Each company will have 5 minutes
for their presentation and 2 minutes of Q&A.
10-Minute Break
4:00 pm – 5:10 pm
FAST-PITCH
Fast Pitch Presentations (Round 4)
Each round will feature eight (8) companies. Each company will have 5 minutes
for their presentation and 2 minutes of Q&A.
5:20 pm
EXPERIENCE
Winner Announcement
5:30 pm
EXPERIENCE
Reception Kick-Off – Hosted by Irvine Company
Wednesday, May 1, 2024
Tech Innovation Forum at AV Irvine
8:00 am PST
EXPERIENCE
Registration Opens
8:30 am
EXPERIENCE
Networking & Breakfast
9:10 am – 9:15 am
OPENING
Welcome Address
Bill Carpou, CEO, Octane
9:15 am – 10:00 am
PANEL
Innovation in Orange County
What organizations are driving the ecosystem forward in Orange County?
Errol Arkillic, PhD, Chief Innovation Officer, UCI; Executive Director, Beall Applied Innovation
Jeff Ball, President, Orange County Business Council
Bill Carpou, CEO, Octane
10:00 am – 10:30 am
EXPERIENCE
Networking Break
10:30 am – 11:15 am
PANEL
Future of Work and Remote Collaboration
Discussing remote work technologies, digital collaboration tools, and the evolution of work culture in a post-pandemic world. How are companies in OC going back to work?
Kerin Van Andel, EVP, Workplace Strategy Lead, West, JLL
11:30 am – 12:30 pm
FIRESIDE CHAT
Fireside Chat with Palmer Luckey, Founder, Anduril Industries
Moderated by: Errol Arkilic, PhD, Chief Innovation Officer, UCI; Executive Director, Beall Applied Innovation
12:00 pm – 1:10 pm
EXPERIENCE
Networking Lunch
2:00 pm – 2:20 pm
PANEL
Orange County Success Story
2:20 pm – 3:10 pm
PANEL
Space Technology
What opportunities exist in the space technology sector in Orange County? – Manufacturing, Research, Education, and services catering to the growing space industry.
3:10 pm – 3:35 pm
EXPERIENCE
Networking Break
3:35 pm – 4:20 pm
PANEL
Building a Company: You Don’t Know What You Don’t Know
Panel featuring some of the leaders of the fastest-growing start-ups in Orange County. They will describe what to look for as you build your company. The trials and tribulations of growing a company.
Cleve Adams, Founder and Managing Partner, Trestles Group
Mark Czepiel, CFO, Menlo Microsystems
Luis Vasquez, Director of Operations, THINK IQ
4:20 pm – 5:05 pm
PANEL
Exploring Frontiers in Generative AI: Innovations, Challenges, and Future
Directions
Join us for an engaging and informative panel discussion on the cutting-edge advancements in generative artificial intelligence. Our panelists will delve into the intricacies of generative AI, discussing its applications, challenges, and the transformative impact it has on diverse industries.
Anthony Chang, MD, MBA, MPH, MS, Founder of Ai-Med; Chief Intelligence and Innovation Officer, CHOC
Neil Sahota, Chief Executive Officer ACSILabs, Inc; United Nations Advisor; IBM Master Inventor
Shanji Xiona, Chief Scientist of Innovation Lab, Experian
5:05 pm – 5:10 pm
Closing Remarks
5:10 pm – 7:00 pm
EXPERIENCE
Reception
Join Octane staff and the attendees of the Tech Innovation Forum as we gather and celebrate the ecosystem in Orange County. This is an opportunity to network and reconnect with colleagues or meet new ones in the wonderful patio at AV Irvine.
Thursday, May 2, 2024
Tech Innovation Forum at AV Irvine
7:30 am
EXPERIENCE
Registration Opens
8:00 – 9:30 am
EXPERIENCE
Networking & Breakfast
8:00 am – 9:30 am
EXPERIENCE
Capital & Growth Breakfast
Private-Invite Only
9:30 am – 10:00 am
PANEL
OC Economic Forecast and National/Global Innovation Landscape
Explore the economic prospects of Orange County (OC) against the backdrop of the ever-evolving national and global innovation scene. This panel brings together experts to dissect OC’s economic forecast, identifying key drivers and potential challenges. Additionally, gain insights into how OC’s economic trajectory aligns with broader trends in technology, entrepreneurship, and investment worldwide. Whether you’re a business leader, policymaker, or investor, this discussion offers invaluable perspectives on navigating the dynamic interplay between local economies and the global innovation landscape. Join us for a concise yet insightful exploration of OC’s economic future within a rapidly changing global context.
Kevin Barlow, Founder and Manager Partner, Ocean Heights Advisors
10:00 am – 10:45 am
PANEL
Raising Capital in 2024
In 2024, the landscape for raising capital is dynamic and ever-changing. This panel brings together experts from various industries to discuss the latest trends and best practices for securing funding. From traditional avenues to innovative approaches, attendees will gain valuable insights into navigating the complex world of fundraising in today’s economic climate. Whether you’re a startup founder or an investor, join us for practical advice and strategies to succeed in raising capital in 2024.
Alex Marquez, Head of Experian Ventures, Experian
10:45 am – 12:30 pm
PANEL
Capital & Growth Companies Showcase Presented by K&L Gates
These innovative companies have an opportunity to present their products and underlying business models to the entire Tech Innovation Forum audience. In recent years, Octane has added a competitive component to the presentations. A panel of investors will judge the presentations for quality and likelihood of success in attracting investment funding.
12:30 pm
EXPERIENCE
Announce Capital & Growth Winner
12:30 – 2:00 pm
EXPERIENCE
Brunch with the Experts
Brunch with Experts is a unique opportunity for valuable networking that provides attendees with direct access to leaders and experts in the tech innovation community. Participants can engage in one-on-one conversations with C-level executives, entrepreneurs, and experts in their field, and gain insights into their experiences, strategies, and successes. Each expert will have two (2) 35-minute sessions, and registered guests can sign up for two sessions on a first-come, first-served basis! Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to connect with some of the most influential and knowledgeable experts in the industry.
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