TechCon SoCal 2026
SanDiego, California

TechCon SoCal 2026

SanDiego, California

TechCon SoCal 2026
SanDiego, California

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TechCon SoCal 2026

The Premier Innovation & Investment Conference in San Diego

TechCon SoCal 2026 is more than just a technology conference; it’s where the future of innovation meets investment opportunities. Set in the heart of San Diego, this premier technology event brings together industry leaders, forward-thinking entrepreneurs, and business investors to explore the latest advancements in artificial intelligence, consumer tech, digital health, and more—making TechCon SoCal 2026 the region’s flagship investment conference. Whether you’re a startup looking to network, an investor exploring business investment opportunities, or a founder comparing small business conferences for growth, TechCon SoCal offers a dynamic platform to foster collaboration and real outcomes.

Keynote Presentation

Experience inspiring talks from thought leaders who are shaping innovation and spotlighting where startup funding flows—from early traction to scale, with insights you’d expect at leading investment advisor conferences. These sessions set the tone for an outcomes-driven investment conference.

Fireside Chat

Engage in unfiltered, intimate conversations with trailblazers on market shifts, founder journeys, and how to find investors who align with your vision—ideal for networking events for entrepreneurs seeking capital and mentors.

Expert Insights Sessions

Dive into practical playbooks on go-to-market, product, and capital strategy—actionable guidance for teams preparing to invest in startups, navigate start up business investment, and understand startup investors funding dynamics alongside companies that help startups grow.

Panel Discussions

Join dynamic debates on AI, data, and growth, including how business investors assess risk and where new business investment opportunities are emerging across sectors. These high-signal debates are a hallmark of a serious investment conference.

Global Exhibitor Pavilions

Meet teams building tomorrow and experience live product demos. This on-site showcase connects you to week-long networking events and hands-on opportunities across the innovation ecosystem.

Startup Innovation Showcase

Watch handpicked early-stage startups pitch live. Meet founders, discover scalable solutions, and explore investment opportunities alongside venture peers—perfect for learning investor engagement tactics.

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High-Impact And Future-Focused Tracks

Discover cutting-edge technologies and trends defining tomorrow’s industries

plus where capital meets execution.

Investors

Artificial Intelligence

Digital Health & Life Sciences

Future of Transportation

Data, Infrastructure & Security

Semiconductor

Deep Tech

Consumer Tech

Influencers & Enablers

FinTech

Saas

Featured Speakers

Meet the Minds Shaping the Investment Conference

Our diverse lineup of speakers includes global leaders and innovators at the forefront of artificial intelligence, FinTech, and smart mobility. These visionary minds share practical strategies on scaling, startup investors funding, and navigating business investment opportunities—keeping you ahead in a rapidly evolving landscape.

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  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Consumer Tech
  • Data, Infrastructure & Security
  • Deeptech
  • Digital Health & Life Sciences
  • FinTech
  • Future of Transportation
  • Influencers and Enablers
  • Investors
  • Semiconductor
Aadeel
CEO
PSYONIC
Aasim Hasan
Managing Partner
Moneta Ventures
Abhishek Shukla
Managing Director
Prosperity7 Ventures
Alex-Martin
CEO
Clearspeed
Alex Mojtahedi
Founder & CEO
Peachscore
Amir Barsoum
Founder, Managing Partner & CEO
InVitro Capital
Amit
Partner
Mintz
Ammar Hanafi
General Partner
Moment Ventures
Andy Ballester
Cofounder & Chief Product Officer
Eyepop.ai
Anthony Lee
CEO
Westcliff University
Antolin Garza
Partner
Karmel Capital
Anupam Rastogi
Managing Partner
Emergent Ventures
Arabian Prince
Cofounder
iNov8 Capital
Arvind Ayyala
Partner
Geodesic Capital
Ash headshoot
Chairman
Caregentic
Atul_Varadhachary
Managing Partner
Fannin
Augustin Sayer
CoFounder
OVNI Capital
Bill Stierle vesion v1
CEO
Subtext Solutions
Bruno Kurtic
Co-founder & CEO
Bedrock Data
Carl Schoellhammer
Partner
Decibio Consulting
Chris Yoo
Managing Director
Xcellerant Ventures
Dan Magy
CoFounder & CEO
Firestorm Labs
Daniel Rich
Vice President, Startup & Venture Partnerships
Mastercard
Dr.-Darlene-Walley-Headshot
CEO
NEXT Life Sciences
Airworks
Cofounder & CEO
Airworks
Delilah Panio
Vice President of U.S. Capital Formation
Toronto Stock Exchange
Denny Chared
Founder
DC Finance’s Family Office & High Net Worth Community
Divya Sudhakar
Partner
Geodesic Capital
Domenic Headshot
Partner and Co-Founder
Altitude Cyber
Eileen-Tanghal
Founder & General Partner
Black Opal Ventures
Eric Weiss
Coordinator
CEO
Chaos to Clarity
Errol Arkilic
Chief Innovation Officer
University of California, Irvine
Fatima Husain
Co-founder and General Partner
Mosaic General Partnership
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CEO
NIO US
Guy Reams
CEO
Askturing.ai
Dr. Hala Madanat
Vice President for Research and Innovation
SDSU
Huengsoo Choi
Partner
Knobbe Martens
Howard Ko
Partner
Morpheus Ventures
Howard Lindzon
Founder and General Partner
Social Leverage
Howard-WrighT
VP Startup Ecosystem
NVIDIA
Ian Williamson
Dean, Paul Merage School of Business
University of California, Irvine
Imran Aftab
CoFounder & CEO
10Pearls
Irwin Jacobs
Founder
Qualcomm
Jack Lucas
General Partner
Lucas Venture Group
James Frazee
Vice President & Chief Information Officer (CIO)
SDSU
James Zanewicz
CEO
Connect
Jan Karlseder
Vice President
Chief Science Officer, Salk Institute
Jenn Bryne
General Partner
Grit Capital Partners
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Co-chair, Venture Capital & Emerging Companies Practice
Mintz
Kate Broderick
Chief Innovation Officer
Maravai LifeSciences
Kevin Parikh
CEO
Avasant
La Keisha Landrum Pierre
Selection Committee
Cofounder and General Partner
Emmeline Ventures
Lars Leckie
Managing Director
Aspenwood Ventures
Larsen Jensen
General Partner
Harpoon Ventures
Lucas Pols
General Partner
1752 Ventures
Goyal
COO
Mayo Clinic Platform
Marisa Warren
Founder & Managing Partner
ALIAVIA Ventures
mark lee
Investor
Mucker Capital
Max Zaharenkov
Founder
Zahare Media
Michael-Gifford
CEO
Splitero
Misti Cain vetraint 2
Selection Committee
Managing Director
Techstars
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Partner
Threshold Ventures
Murali Joshi
General Partner
ICONIQ
Neal Bloom
Managing Partner
Rising Tide Partners
Neda Razavi
CEO
iSono Health
Nick Edwards
CEO
Potato
Osman Rashid
CEO
Convo.com
Khosla padeep
Chancellor
University of California, San Diego
Rafic Makki
Executive Director
Mubadala Capital Ventures
Rashid-Headshot Speakers
Dean, Grainger College of Engineering
University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
Remo Moomiaie-Qajar
CEO
Cytonus Therapeutics
Ricky Joshi
Co-Founder & Chief Strategy Officer
Saatva Mattress
Sanjay-Headshot
Vice President, Clinical AI Operations
Tempus AI
Sibyl Chen
GM
UC Berkeley Skydeck
Sid speaker
CEO
d-Matrix
Steve Kiser
General Partner
Veteran Ventures Capital
Vikram Nair
SVP & CIO
Amneal Pharmaceuticals
Yana Yasevich,-Headshot
Partner
Alter Global

Ready to Level Up Your Innovative Journey?

Ready to Level Up Your Innovative Journey?

Step into the future at TechCon SoCal 2026—the conference that unlocks global opportunities, accelerates careers, and connects founders with startup funding and business investors at a world-class investment conference.
Whether you’re exploring the best technology conferences, looking to find investors, or tracking the latest breakthroughs, TechCon SoCal is the must-attend professional networking event for innovators and decision-makers—and a powerful alternative to generic small business conferences.Get a glimpse of what to expect by checking out our archive of past conferences. Explore Previous TechCon Events and see how we consistently drive innovation and capital connections.

Step into the future at TechCon SoCal 2026—the conference that unlocks global opportunities, accelerates careers, and connects founders with startup funding and business investors at a world-class investment conference. Whether you’re exploring the best technology conferences, looking to find investors, or tracking the latest breakthroughs, TechCon SoCal is the must-attend professional networking event for innovators and decision-makers—and a powerful alternative to generic small business conferences. Get a glimpse of what to expect by checking out our archive of past conferences. Explore Previous TechCon Events and see how we consistently drive innovation and capital connections.

Cutting-Edge Technologies

Explore the latest breakthroughs in AI, robotics, digital health, and more.

Expert Insights

Gain insider knowledge from top industry leaders through keynotes, panels, and thought leadership sessions.

Strategic Partnerships

Build collaborations with investors, innovators, and companies shaping the future—and surface real business investment opportunities

Strategic Vision

Gain clarity on emerging trends and capital pathways to guide your start up business investment journey.

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Event Venue

TechCon Socal 2026

Event Venue

San Diego State University campus

May 21–23, 2026
San Diego State University, San Diego, CA

TechCon SoCal 2026 will take place at San Diego State University (SDSU), a renowned hub for innovation in Southern California. SDSU’s world-class amenities and academic excellence provide the perfect backdrop for San Diego technology events, with high-energy networking and showcase moments that connect builders with business investment opportunities. SDSU’s setting elevates the experience of an innovation-led investment conference.

Book Your Stay!

We’ve partnered with Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa to offer attendees a limited number of discounted rooms.
Book your room by using the following link:

TechCon 2026 Booking

Or call the hotel directly at

619-782-9155

and press 0 for the Front Desk (please do not go through Reservations).
Let the Front Desk know you’re booking under the TechCon Group: TECHCON. Rooms are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis—so be sure to reserve yours early.

Explore Opportunities at TechCon SoCal 2026

Join us in the TechCon Global 2026 Conference Series to connect with founders, operators, and capital partners. TechCon Global
brings together AI, SaaS, and digital health leaders for hands-on sessions, business seminars, and curated meetups
designed for growth-minded teams and business investors for startups.
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Startup Innovation Showcase

The Startup Innovation Showcase is built for rising startups ready to stand out, connect, and grow. If you’re post-seed or preparing for Series A, apply to be considered for this year’s selection. The TechCon SoCal Startup Innovation Showcase Pitch Event serves as a regional final for Startup World Cup, giving selected startups a globally recognized platform. Finalists receive full conference access, a dedicated booth to demo their product, and the chance to pitch live on stage in front of 100+ Investors, 50+ strategic Partners, and 1,000+ Attendees—a direct path to funding conversations and real partnerships.

Invitation to Visionary Speakers—TechCon 2026

Apply to speak on practical innovation, investment, and real-world tech outcomes.

Apply for Student Sponsorship—TechCon SoCal 2026

Apply for a sponsored student pass to attend TechCon SoCal 2026.

TechCon – Press & Media Pass Application (2026)

Apply for a media pass to cover TechCon as press, journalist, or creator.

Give-Back Pavilion Application

Apply to be featured in the Give-Back Pavilion highlighting impact and community work.

Call for Sponsors—TechCon 2026

Request sponsorship details and propose how your brand will show up on-site.

TechCon SoCal Week 2026 – Partner Event Submission Form

Submit a SoCal Week partner event to be included in the official TechCon Week lineup.

International Pavilion Application

Apply to showcase a country/region delegation, program, or ecosystem in one pavilion.

Media Partners

Startup Innovation Showcase

  • All
  • Coordinator
  • Mentor
  • Selection Committee
Ashok Kamal
Selection Committee
Executive Director
NuFund
Eric Weiss
Coordinator
CEO
Chaos to Clarity
Kathryn Vatt
Mentor
Founder & CEO
Moatly
Kirin Kalia
Mentor
Founder & CEO
Grow Through Story
La Keisha Landrum Pierre
Selection Committee
Cofounder and General Partner
Emmeline Ventures
Misti Cain vetraint 2
Selection Committee
Managing Director
Techstars
Peyman
Selection Committee
Cofounder & COO
Peachscore
Ralph Morales
Coordinator
Executive-in-Residence
Aquillius
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Meet the Team Behind the Vision

Bringing TechCon SoCal® to life takes more than an idea it takes bold minds, sleepless nights, and relentless execution. Meet the powerhouse team orchestrating every detail behind the scenes to deliver a world-class innovation experience. Their passion drives the impact you’ll experience on stage.

Faisal Mushtaq
FOUNDER & CEO
TechCon Global
Aniqa Hijazi
CO-FOUNDER
TechCon Global
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Meet Our Sponsors Driving Innovation

Our visionary sponsors are the backbone of this event, supporting the drive for tech innovation and investment. Their commitment to founders, business investors, and networking events for entrepreneurs ensures TechCon SoCal 2026 remains the premier investment conference for industry-leading insights and connections.
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Meet the Visionary Partners

Our partners are the foundation of lasting impact. Their collaboration helps us elevate conversations, connect ecosystems,and unlock doors to the future of tech. Together, we’re shaping something greater.

Our partners are the foundation of lasting impact. Their collaboration helps us elevate conversations, connect ecosystems,

and unlock doors to the future of tech. Together, we’re shaping something greater.

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Global Exhibitor Pavilion

Meet the teams building tomorrow and experience live product demos. This on-site showcase connects you to high-energy networking and hands-on opportunities across the innovation ecosystem.

Meet the teams building tomorrow and experience live product demos. This on-site showcase connects
you to high-energy networking and hands-on opportunities across the innovation ecosystem.

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Companies Igniting Innovation at TechCon

Companies Igniting
Innovation at TechCon

From industry giants to breakthrough startups, these companies brought bold visions, powerful technologies,

and lasting impact to TechCon Global, redefining what’s next in the innovation economy.

Join TechCon SoCal 2026 and Be Part of the Innovation!

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Do You Have any questions about the event?

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What is TechCon SoCal 2026?

TechCon SoCal® 2026 is Southern California's premier innovation and investment conference, bringing together leaders, investors, startups, and industry pioneers to explore cutting-edge ideas and future-shaping technologies.

What Makes TechCon SoCal 2026 Unique?

The event combines high-impact keynotes, real-time startup showcases, live pitch opportunities, and groundbreaking tech exhibitions, making it a one-of-a-kind experience.

Why Should I Attend TechCon SoCal 2026?

From expert insights and career growth to strategic partnerships and investment connections, attendees gain unmatched value across every corner of the innovation ecosystem.

Where Is the TechCon SoCal 2026 Venue?

The event takes place at the renowned San Diego State University campus, an innovation hub in Southern California, on May 21-23, 2026.