StrictlyVC San Francisco: Insights from AI and Venture Leaders

This article announces the upcoming StrictlyVC event in San Francisco on April 30th, highlighting key speakers and the focus on AI and venture capital.

Event Details

• Date: April 30th
• Location: San Francisco, CA
• Focus: AI innovation, venture funding, and startup insights.

Featured Speakers and Topics

Nicolas Sauvage (President, TDK Ventures)

• Topic: The role and distinctiveness of corporate VCs, and what founders should look for in an investment.
• Background: Leads TDK Ventures' $500 million fund, has backed 52 startups including three unicorns (Groq, Ascend Elements, Silicon Box).
• Opportunity: TDK Ventures is sponsoring the event, offering attendees a chance to connect with their team.

Campbell Brown (Co-founder & CEO, Forum AI)

• Topic: Making AI platforms more trustworthy, focusing on vetting, verification, and sustaining the veracity of information from LLMs.
• Background: Former CNN host and Head of News at Meta, now dedicated to building trustworthy AI.

Amjad Masad (Co-founder & CEO, Replit)

• Topic: The revolution in software construction driven by AI, including the rise of "vibe coding" and competition from major AI players.
• Background: Leads Replit, a platform transforming programming workflows.

Additional Information

• The event promises networking opportunities with influential members of the startup community.
• An additional speaker is yet to be announced.
• The article also promotes TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 as an opportunity for founders and investors to connect.