Tuesday, March 11, 2025
Dinner with VCs
VC-BootCamp is hosting an exclusive networking event designed to foster meaningful connections between investors, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders.
- Date: Tuesday, 11 March
- Time: 6:30 to 9:30pm Pacific Time
- Where: Mac Arthur Park Restaurant
- https://vc-bootcamp.com/2025
LISA Celebration
Celebrating its 5th anniversary of empowering 200 LEAD startups, LEAD’s startup incubator, LISA, is hosting an event that unites LEADers and honors the spirit of entrepreneurship alongside local Silicon Valley innovators and Investors.
- Date: Tuesday, 11 March
- Stanford Faculty Club - 439 Lagunita Drive, Stanford, CA 94305
- https://facultyclub.stanford.edu/
Tuesday Night Dinner - Food, Fun & Trivia! 🍽️🎉
Annual Me2We dinner in Palo Alto on Tuesday, March 11, in the evening from 6 – 9 pm at
Local Union 271. Join us for a fun evening of great food, lively conversation, and a friendly
(but competitive) trivia game—because what’s dinner without a little brainpower?
This one is open to non-me2we participants and plus ones.
- When: Tuesday, March 11, 6 - 9 pm
- Where: Local Union 271 (271 University Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301)
- Cost: $89
Saturday, March 8, 2025
Martial Arts and Mastering the Art of War with Master Yun
Sport & Wellness Activity
Join Master Zhao Yun for a rare 2-hour workshop on Traditional Chinese Martial Arts and The Art of War at Me2We2025. Trained by top Chinese Grandmasters, he teaches Tai Chi and martial arts with proper techniques to prevent injuries. A surprise musical guest may close the session! See highlights from a 2019 workshop in China here.
Learning objectives:
- How to gain mental resiliency and physical fitness through Taichi movements, Kungfu, and Martial Arts exercises?
- How to be ready physically and mentally for conflict resolutions?
- How do the mind and body enhance movement with Qi (氣) and Strength?
- How to integrate the internal energy (Yin 陰) and external force (Yang 陽) in Taichi and Martial Arts Training?
Open to LEADers without Me2We tickets and +1s.
- Contact: Vera Horoschak
- When: Saturday, March 8
- Time: 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm Pacific Time
- Location: Papua New Guinea Sculpture Garden on Stanford campus
- Price: $150
San Francisco
Brew Boat Tour
Tour
San Francisco’s 26-passenger Brew Boat provides 90-minute pedal-powered boat tours along the iconic Bay Area waterfront at Pier 40.
- Contact: Elaine Stone
- When: Saturday, March 8
- Time: 3:00 pm Pacific Time
- Bay Area waterfront at Pier 40.
- Price: $63 per person after tax
SF Happy Hours
at Frankie's Java House
Happy Hour
2 hours. Many LEADers will hang out at Frankie’s Java House after the Brew Boat Tour at Pier 40 in San Francisco. Please stop by and hangout with your fellow LEADers.
A 13-minute walk from the SF CalTrain station to the restaurant if you are coming to Palo Alto. Happy hour $1 chicken wings from 3 pm to 6 pm.
All-day $5 mimosas on Saturday and Sunday. https://www.frankiessf.com/
- Contact: Elaine Stone
- When: Saturday, March 8
- Time: 4:30 pm Pacific Time
- Frankie’s Java House, Pier 40, 5, San Francisco, CA 94107
- Price: Pay for your own food and drinks at the bar
No need for registration: You just show up
How Human Connection Inspires Innovation!
Workshop & Dinner
Join us for an inspiring evening exploring Innovation and Human Connect – a learning and networking event for GSB LEADers.
Learn about visioning and beliefs in the context of personal and professional growth in the age of innovation…! (Based on StartupWind Innovation and Zingerman’s Success Principles).
- Role of Al in Digital Marketing
- Visioning & Leadership
The event will include a buffet dinner and refreshers (non-alcoholic).
konditoreicafe@gmail.com for the “RSVP”
- Contact: Shriharsha Dhavale
- When: Saturday, March 8
- Time: 5:30 - 8:30 pm Pacific Time
- Where: Konditorei Café- 3130 Alpine Rd, 284, Portola Valley, CA 94028.
- Price: $75.00 (including taxes)
Sunday, March 9, 2025
Redwood & PCH Cruise
Tour
Pre-event driving adventure before our Leadership Program gathering in March.
If we get a small group together, we could put together a spirited (yet responsible) Sunday drive, taking in some of NorCal’s best roads and scenery.
Tentative itinerary:
- Coffee & Meet-up – Kick things off with some caffeine and conversation
- Up the grade, down the spine – Climb up to Skyline Blvd, then carve our way over to PCH
- Twisties & Forests to Santa Cruz – Some great roads through the redwoods
- PCH Run Back – Cruise up the coast through Half Moon Bay, then return to Palo Alto
Estimated time: ~4.5-5 hours total, with about 3 hours of driving (likely less, given this group’s lighter left foot..
Lunch stop options: Santa Cruz, Pescadero, or Half Moon Bay—open to suggestions.
Locals – BYO Whip. Visitors: Turo has some great rides for the day. Depending on the # of locals, we’ll have passenger seats (#Cars x 1).
Costs: Any reservation fees, friendly splits for lunch orders.
Open to Guests
- Contact: Ralph Morales III
- When: Sunday, March 9
- Time: Starts at 8:00 am Pacific Time
- Where: California Avenue / Page Mill Rd.
- Price: $75.00 (including taxes)
Enhance Your Leadership Journey: Body Mobility Session followed by a Networking Breakfast
Sport & Wellness Activity
This session will incorporate various exercises, including calisthenics, stretching, and breathing techniques,s to improve your overall mobility and well-being.
Attire: Comfortable workout clothing is recommended.
Following the session, join us for a networking breakfast at the renowned Campbell Farmers’ Market. Enjoy a leisurely morning connecting with fellow LEADers while exploring the vibrant market atmosphere.
Networking Breakfast:
Location: Stacks Campbell, 1680 S Bascom Ave, Campbell, CA 95008
Time: Immediately following the Body Mobility session (approximately 10:00 AM PST)
Enjoy mimosas and connect with other attendees.
Each participant pays their own breakfast.
- Contact: Sunny Dua
- When: Sunday, March 9
- Time: Starts at 9:00 am Pacific Time
- Where: Mobility Session: Spectrum Performance, 356 E McGlincy Ln #4, Campbell, CA 95008
- Price: Mobility workshop is free
Napa/Sonoma Valley Winery Tour
Tour
Tour one of the world’s most famous wine regions, with stunning landscapes and exceptional wines, and make unlimited memories with your fellow LEADers!
- Tour costs include wine tasting at two wineries in a reserved space, a vineyard tour, and a private bus, including pickup and drop-off from Stanford and downtown SF.
- Open to LEADers without Me2We tickets. +1s are allowed. Register separately for them.
- Limited spots are available, first come, first served.
- See details, payment options, and FAQs on the form and register.
- Contact: Surbhi Verma
- When: Sunday, March 9
- Time: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm Pacific Time
- Duration: 8 hours tour
- Where: Napa/Sonoma
- Price: $210
✨🛼 LEAD on Wheels: Roller Skating in Golden Gate Park ✨
Sport & Wellness Activity
Lace up your skates and join Tiffany Chin (GSB LEAD Trailblazer) for a fun, relaxed roller skating session at Golden Gate Park’s 6th Ave Skatin’ Place! Whether you’re a pro or a first-timer, enjoy two hours of rolling, laughs, and connection. Bring snacks, water, or a picnic to keep the good vibes going!
Open to LEADers without Me2We tickets and +1s.
- Contact: Tiffany Chin
- When: Sunday, March 9
- Time: 1:30 pm–3:30 pm Pacific Time
- Duration: 2 hours
- Where: 6th Ave Skatin' Place in Golden Gate Park
- Price: Free to join! Skate rentals available at skatin' place: $20 for the first hour $5 for each additional hour. Optional safety gear: $5
Startup Wind Innovation and Human Connect
Workshop & Dinner
Learn about visioning and beliefs in the context of personal and professional growth in the age of innovation…! (Based on StartupWind Innovation and Zingerman’s Success Principles).
The event will include a buffet dinner and refreshers (non-alcoholic).
- Contact: Shriharsha Dhavale
- When: Sunday, March 9
- Time: 5 pm Pacific Time (3 hours)
- TBD
- Price: $75.00 (including taxes)
LEADers Me2We Annual Kick-Off Networking Dinner
Restaurant
We will have a spectacular event with many LEADers joining to network, introduce each other, and enjoy a wonderful networking dinner.
YES, every attendee will get to introduce themselves to others. Let’s make it fun, admire our peers’ social skills and the impact they are creating, learn a little, and have fun.
The event lasts 3-4 hours, starting from 5:30 PM, with socialization and networking over drinks and appetizers. Dinner will be served at 7 PM. There will be guest speakers. Q&A
Limited to 100 Guests.
- Contact: Lenin Gali
- When: Sunday, March 9
- Time: 5:30 pm- 9:00 pm Pacific Time
- Price: $75.00 (including taxes)
Bay Area Meetup - Me2We Special
Industry/Regional Meetup
Join us for the 4th Annual Me2We Edition of the Bay Area Meet-Up on Campus!
This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow Me2We participants and local Stanford LEADers, exchange ideas, and strengthen our incredible community.
🤝 Network, collaborate, and get inspired!
Whether you’re a long-time LEADer or new to the Me2We journey, this gathering is the perfect space to engage, learn, and grow together. Don’t miss it!
Open to LEADers without Me2We tickets and +1s.
- Contact: Poornima Gopi
- When: Sunday, March 9, 2025
- Time: 3 pm–5 pm Pacific Time
- Duration: 2 hours
- Where: Stanford GSB (655 Knight Way, Stanford)
- Price: Free
POORNIMA'S STANFORD TOUR
Tour
Join me for a tour of the Stanford campus. We will start from Tressider Student Union and end at GSB. The tour usually takes 60-90 minutes based on the stops we make. It is something I do every year for Me2We and this is my 4th year conducting this tour. Come and be part of a Me2We tradition 🙂
Open to LEADers without Me2We tickets and +1s.
- Contact: Poornima Gopi
- When: Sunday, March 9, 2025
- Time: 1:15 pm Pacific Time
- Duration: 60-90 min
- Where: Tresidder Union
- Price: Free
SFO Photo Tour
Photo Tour
Join Me for an SFO Photo Day Tour! 🌉✨
Hey everyone,
Let’s explore San Francisco through the lens! I’m planning a Photo Day Tour, where we can visit some of the most iconic and hidden gems of the city, capture stunning shots, and just have a great time together. Whether you’re a photography enthusiast or just want to enjoy the views, this will be a fun and relaxed experience!
📍 Planned Stops: (Flexible based on interest!)
📸 Golden Gate Bridge – Classic SF view!
🏛 Palace of Fine Arts – Stunning architecture & reflections.
🎨 Mission District Murals – Colorful and vibrant street art.
🌊 Baker Beach – Scenic coastline with GG Bridge in the background.
🌆 Twin Peaks – The best panoramic cityscape views.
✨ Bonus: Since I’m a photographer, I’d love to help capture some great shots for you—whether it’s a portrait, candid, or a creative scene!
🚶♂️ Casual & flexible—join for any stop!
Open to LEADers without Me2We tickets and +1s.
- Contact: Sarbik Basu
- When: Sunday, March 9, 2025
- Time: 11 am Pacific Time
- Duration: 2 hours
- Where: TBD
- Price: Free to join!
Tuesday, March 11, 2025
Tuesday Night Dinner - Food, Fun & Trivia! 🍽️🎉
Annual Me2We dinner in Palo Alto on Tuesday, March 11, in the evening from 6 – 9 pm at
Local Union 271. Join us for a fun evening of great food, lively conversation, and a friendly
(but competitive) trivia game—because what’s dinner without a little brainpower?
This one is open to non-me2we participants and plus ones.
- When: Tuesday, March 11, 6 - 9 pm
- Where: Local Union 271 (271 University Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301)
- Cost: $89
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
The Inclusion Connect
Lunch on Campus
Join us for an exclusive lunch gathering with a dynamic community of professionals committed to shaping the next era of workspaces and innovative products-and it’s completely free!
Our goal is to create a space where individuals passionate about what is next in inclusion can come together to discuss current challenges, share insights, and collaboratively explore pathways toward connecting environments and building solutions.
🔥 Be among the first to attend our inaugural 2025 in-person meetup! 🔥
📝 Agenda:
✅ Introductions – Get to know fellow professionals who are driving change.
✅ Industry Conversations – Connect and discuss the current state of inclusion in your industry.
✅ Solution Brainstorming – Explore potential solutions and ways to foster meaningful change.
✅ Building Community – Discuss how we can stay engaged and support one another beyond this event.
💡 Your voice matters! Enter the topics that interest you most and help shape the discussions at our event.
Open to LEADers without Me2We tickets and +1s.
- Contact: Andrea Belalcazar
- When: Wednesday, March 12
- Time: 12:00-12:45 PM PT
- Duration: 45 min
- Where: Stanford University Campus, specifics to be shared soon
- Price: Free (Bring your own Lunch). Options for purchasing lunch will be provided as we get closer to the event.
Thursday, March 13, 2025
Japanese American Museum of San Jose (JAMsj)
Private Tour + Networking Dinner
Explore Japantown’s rich history at the Japanese American Museum of San Jose (JAMsj). Learn about Japanese American heritage, see artifacts, and visit a Tule Lake Internment Camp replica. After the tour, enjoy a networking dinner in San Jose Japantown.
Open to LEADers without Me2We tickets and +1s.
- Contact: Michael Sera, JAMsj Board Member & Past President
- When: Thursday, March 13
- Time: 3:30 PM Registration/Door Open, 4:00 PM Tour Starts, 5:45 PM Networking Dinner at Hukilau (San Jose Japantown)-Dutch Treat, 7:30 PM End
- Where: Japanese American Museum of San Jose
- Price: $15 for the Private Tour; Networking Dinner is around $25 to $35
Sojo Consulting for an Exclusive Networking Event in Palo Alto!
Networking Evening
We are excited to invite you to a special evening of drinks, snacks, and dynamic discussions about how we can harness the power of the incredible Stanford LEAD network to create new opportunities. No matter your geography, industry, or company—this event is for YOU.
At Sojo Consulting, we specialize in driving international expansion, scaling businesses, and connecting high-impact ventures with the right partners. During this gathering, we’ll share:
> How you can generate side revenue through our projects
> Opportunities to build consulting engagements with Sojo
> Ways to sign partnership agreements and collaborate
> Insights into our ongoing projects and how you can get involved
This is more than just networking—it’s about creating tangible opportunities to engage, collaborate, and profit from meaningful business ventures.
- When: Thursday, March 13
- Time: 5:00PM-7:00PM
- Where: VC Nest, 567 University Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94301
- Drinks, snacks and lots of fun included!
Stanford AI Innovation Spotlight
Industry/Regional Meetup
AI Innovation Spotlight
AI’s Defining Moment: Breakthroughs, Disruptions & the Future
Speakers: Vibhu Narwekar & Raj Shiva
AI is reshaping industries, jobs, and economies at an unprecedented pace. Join us for insights from former Microsoft AI leader Vibhu Narwekar and expert Raj Shiva on cutting-edge advancements, responsible AI, and policy implications. Learn how AI is transforming work, business models, and global regulations. Expect an engaging discussion with real-world examples, audience Q&A, and actionable takeaways on navigating the AI revolution. This isn’t just about the future—it’s happening now. Stay ahead in the biggest technological shift of our time.
Open to LEADers without Me2We tickets and +1s.
- Contact: Vibhu Narwekar
- When: Thursday, March 13
- Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Duration: To be determined
- Where: To be determined
- Price: $75
LEAD Tank
Pitch. Impress. Secure Funding
Are you leading an early-stage tech startup with breakthrough potential? Here’s your opportunity to showcase your venture before experienced investors in an exciting, fast-paced pitch competition.
You could secure potential funding up to $5K (subject to due diligence) through investor backing or crowdfunding while building valuable connections to accelerate your startup’s growth.
Are you a founder who wants to present your business?
Fill out our Application Form
Are you an angel investor or a savvy spectator? RSVP today! Invest as an angel, pick the startups you want to support $
Early bird tickets are limited.
- Contact: Margarette Kesselman
- When: Mar 13, 2025
- Time: 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM PDT
- Where: Register to See the Address
- Price: Starting at $20
Friday, March 14, 2025
JOY RETREAT
Sport & Wellness Activity
An Exclusive Experience of Exponential Joy
A Private Gathering for Founders, Executives & Powerhouse Women
Join us for an unforgettable day of connection, adventure, and inspiration in beautiful Los Gatos, CA. This intimate gathering is designed just for powerhouse women like you — leaders who are shaping the future while seeking more joy, purpose, and impact in their lives.
Here’s what’s in store for you:
– Deep Connections: Surround yourself with a hand-selected circle of extraordinary women, exchanging wisdom, stories, and experiences.
– Breathtaking Adventure: Hike the scenic trails of Los Gatos, take in the beauty of nature, and refresh your spirit.
– Relax & Recharge: Unwind in the jacuzzi or feel alive with an invigorating cold plunge.
– Luxury & Indulgence: Savor a beautifully curated Spain-inspired lunch and later wine tasting experience to remember.
– A Gift for You: A special gift box, curated with Love and Joy, awaits you.
Schedule includes
– Awaken with a morning coffee
– Reset and reconnect with a nature hike on the the beautiful trails of Los Gatos
– Relax in a Sauna, Jacuzzi, Cold Plunge, & Pool
– Recharge with a delicious Spanish lunch Tapas, Paella, & Churros (and learn about Camp Joy happening in June in Spain 2025!)
– Rejuvenate with wine tasting and socializing with fellow inspiring women leaders
Open to LEADers without Me2We tickets and +1s.
- Contact: Kristin Joy Ekkens
- When: March 14, 2025
- Time 8am - 6pm Pacific Time
- Los Gatos, CA
- Price: $299 USD (Taxes included)
Sunday, March 16, 2025
Dim Sum in San Francisco Chinatown
Restaurant
2 hours max. Experience one of the Michelin-recommended traditional dim sum restaurants in San Francisco and the local Chinatown culture.
- Contact: Elaine Stone
- When: Sunday, March 16
- Time: 11:30 am Pacific Time
- TBD
- Price: $30 to $35 per person, depending on your order
Social Meetups
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