L.A. Tech Week: AI Symposium

Date:

10/13/2025 1:30 PM

8:00 pm

Location:

Los Angeles

📢Join us in AI Symposium is an exciting event during LA Tech Week, spotlighting the transformative impact of artificial intelligence in biotech, medtech and across industries. From generative AI and machine learning to real-world applications and ethics, this event brings together visionaries, operators, and investors for a powerful half-day of insight, innovation, and connection. Leveraging Aquillius’s world‑class life science incubation infrastructure—from wet labs and ISO‑certified cleanrooms to prototyping workshops and data‑driven analysis platforms—this symposium brings together startups applying artificial intelligence to revolutionize diagnostics, therapeutics, digital biology, and beyond.

🎤Featuring keynote presentations, startup pitch showcases, investor insights, and expert roundtable discussions, our event bridges the gap between AI innovation and real-world life‑science impact. Attendees benefit from immersive networking on AI‑driven development, and hands‑on opportunities to partner with Aquillius’s innovation hub resources.

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Pitch Deck Help?

Are you a California startup developing a device, therapy, or diagnostic?

You may be eligible for 16 hours of complimentary Pitch Deck Consulting.

Agenda

1:30 PM

Check-in / networking

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2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Roundtable Discussion

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4:00 PM - 4:20 PM

State of the Industry

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4:20 PM - 4:45 PM

Break

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4:45 PM - 6:15 PM

Startup Showcase

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6:15 PM - 8:00 PM

Networking, Happy Hour, Startup Market

Prizes

1st place Therapeutic and Medtech winners will receive the following prizes:

$5,000 Tax Services

$20k in office/lab space

Digital Marketing and Branding Services (worth $5,000)

$10K in office/lab space

$25k custom UX design package from the largest femtech incubator in the US

$5,000 Legal Services

Exploratory biostatistics package: 3 reports

Membership to Mayo Clinic Innovation Exchange

Regulatory kit and Regulatory strategy consulting (Medical Device only)

$5,000 Legal fees

Two months campaign on startup program

3-day ticket to the upcoming 2025 RESI Conference

Contingent Permanent Placement ($5,000 off); Retained Search services ($5,000 off)

$5,000 of tax services

Medtech winner will also receive the following prize:

6 month Growth subscription and services package (worth up to $14K)

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Startup Market

Innovative products from local founders

The Startup Market is a unique marketplace designed to promote local startups. The market provides founders with the opportunity to showcase their products and to sell directly to consumers.

Interested in a booth at the symposium?

Startup Market

Catalyst Capital Symposia

IMPACT

Activating Startups

Catalyst Capital Symposia is a platform connecting founders and funders to catalyze innovation.

This monthly forum provides a unique opportunity for participants to gain valuable insights into emerging sectors and disruptive technologies that have the potential to revolutionize human health, the environment, and society.

Through engaging discussions, informative panels, and interactive workshops, aspiring and seasoned entrepreneurs and investors can learn about essential concepts, strategies, and best practices directly from industry experts.

By engaging the venture and startup ecosystem, the symposia encourages investors to be activists and empower startups with cutting-edge technology.

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INVESTOR-ACTIVIST

Investing in Startups

Stay ahead of the curve by joining us at the Catalyst Capital Symposia, where you can gain valuable insights into emerging technologies, spanning various industries, from tech and healthcare to sustainability and beyond.

Join the ranks of investor-activists who not only provide financial backing but also lend their expertise, networks, and influence to nurture startups, catalyzing a collective effort towards a brighter, more innovative future.

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Startups: Apply to Pitch

Are you ready to supercharge your innovative startup? Don't miss this golden opportunity to bring your vision to life!

Pitch your startup to an audience of industry experts, colleagues, and seasoned investors to gain valuable insights and feedback, forge strategic partnerships and connections, secure vital funding for your pioneering project, and elevate your startup to the next level!

Apply to pitch at one of the upcoming symposiums.

SPONSOR

Connecting with Potential Customers

Position your organization as a corporate sponsor and connect with a deeply engaged audience of investors, entrepreneurs, and industry experts.

Sponsorship at Catalyst Capital Symposia provides a range of advantages, such as heightened brand visibility, lead generation, networking opportunities, thought leadership, and early access to emerging technologies.

To explore the ways in which your company can benefit from sponsoring our event, reach out to us for more information.

SPONSOR

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