Welcome to Global Entrepreneurship Month! Throughout November, Startup Grind is proud to host this global initiative in collaboration with the Global Entrepreneurship Network, showcasing how innovation is transforming industries, economies, and communities worldwide. Chapters across the globe are hosting dynamic events, workshops, and discussions to support local entrepreneurs. We invite you to join, gain valuable insights, and celebrate the spirit of innovation while learning how to take your business to the next level.
GEW Featured Events
As part of Global Entrepreneurship Month, you’ll be able to join a series of special events from Nov 17–23 during Global Entrepreneurship Week. Highlights include our 24-hour Innovation Marathon featuring speakers from around the world (including Guy Kawasaki, Rehan Jalil, David Karandish, Dr. Rose Yu, and Maddy Martin), the Pitch Pit – Global Edition, and the official launch of the Global Pitch Battle 2026.
A conversation with Guy Kawasaki about remarkable people in the age of AI
Join Guy Kawasaki—legendary marketer, venture capitalist, and Chief Evangelist at Canva—for an inspiring conversation on what it means to be remarkable in the age of AI. Explore how technology, creativity, and human ingenuity intersect to shape the future of innovation, leadership, and storytelling. 🚀
November 18th, 2025 @ 7PM (GMT-5)
A Conversation with Dr. Rose Yu on AI accelerating scientific breakthroughs
We’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Rose Yu, Associate Professor at UC San Diego and Amazon Scholar, for an inspiring conversation on how AI is revolutionizing scientific discovery. As a leading researcher in machine learning for large-scale spatiotemporal data, Dr. Yu’s work sits at the intersection of science and technology — where data-driven models reveal new insights about our world.
November 18th, 2025 @ 4PM (GMT-5)
A Conversation with Rehan Jalil CEO of Securiti.ai on AI data security
We’re excited to welcome Rehan Jalil, CEO of Securiti, for a powerful conversation on AI, data security, and trust. A pioneer in cloud security and privacy automation, Rehan will share how Securiti’s Data Command Center empowers organizations to safely use data and generative AI.
Learn how to balance innovation, governance, and compliance — and lead with confidence in the AI era.
November 18th, 2025 @ 7PM (GMT-5)
A Conversation with David Karandish, CEO of Capacity on Liberating Teams with AI
Join us for an insightful fireside chat with David Karandish, Founder & CEO of Capacity, an AI-native automation platform helping 20,000+ organizations boost productivity and efficiency. Discover how AI is transforming work, freeing teams from repetitive tasks, and bridging the digital divide through innovation and inclusive technology.
November 18th, 2025 @ 3PM (GMT-5)
A Conversation with Maddy Martin of Smith.ai on AI-Powered Growth
Join us for an inspiring session with Maddy Martin, SVP of Growth at Smith.ai, as she explores how AI and authentic human engagement are transforming business growth, customer experience, and the future of marketing. Perfect for founders, marketers, and growth leaders! 🚀
November 18th, 2025 @ 5PM (GMT-5)
The Pitch Pit: Global Edition – Founder Pitch Practice
Join Startup Grind for THE PITCH PIT – Global Edition during Global Entrepreneurship Week. Sharpen your pitch with a live training session led by Rajiv Nathan, Founder & Chief Pitch Artist at Startup Hypeman, then pitch your startup, receive real-time feedback, and stick around for the Global Pitch Battle Launch.
November 19th, 2025 @ 7AM (GMT-8)
Join your local Startup Grind chapter and connect with innovators worldwide. Discover how directors empower entrepreneurs and participate in workshops, discussions, and networking sessions. Check the event pages and sign up for as many sessions as you like.
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