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Venture Trailblazers, featuring Warren Packard (Operating Partner at AI Fund)
August 22 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Venture Trailblazers is an exclusive event series that connects leading investors, founders, and ecosystem leaders from across the globe to discuss the latest trends in startups and venture capital. For this edition, we welcome Warren Packard (Operating Partner at AI Fund). The goal of Venture Trailblazers is to educate and connect the founders, leaders, mentors, and investors across the global Founder Institute, VC Lab, and FI Venture Networks.
**❯ About the Speaker**
* **[Warren Packard](https://www.linkedin.com/in/warrenjp/)** is a seasoned entrepreneur and venture capitalist with over 30 successful exits. At AI Fund, he specializes in nurturing early-stage startups and leading a team of innovators. With a career spanning decades, Warren has been instrumental in the growth of iconic companies like Tesla, SpaceX, Skype, and Baidu during his 13 years at DFJ.
A founder at heart, Warren launched Angara Database Systems and Thuuz Sports, both of which were acquired. His passion for innovation is evident in his 18 patents, including breakthroughs in AI generative video. Outside of work, he enjoys drumming, ultimate frisbee, and creating unique gadgets.
Warren holds an MBA and a dual degree in mechanical engineering from Stanford University. His philosophy: “There’s no better calling than to be a founder, to be a leader. Try something and give it your all.”
*Venture Trailblazers is presented by the [Founder Institute](http://fi.co/r/trailblazer), the world’s largest pre-seed startup accelerator; and [VC Lab](http://govclab.com/), the leading venture capital accelerator for emerging managers worldwide.*
*This event is reserved for the Founder Institute and VC Lab networks: including Local Leaders, Alumni, Mentors, Investors, Partners, and Enrolled Founders/ Fund Managers.*
**❯❯ This live, interactive online event promises valuable insights. Ensure your participation by RSVPing at** **[https://fi.co/startupwebinar/17829](https://fi.co/startupwebinar/17829)** **to receive the Zoom URL.**