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SUMMARY:Why Austin is overtaking Silicon Valley for international startups — and how to prepare for the USA ecosystem before you even arrive
DESCRIPTION:On April 1st\, 2026\, at Progetto Manifattura in Rovereto\, Kevin Koym will join Federico Stefani and Francesca Gottardi for a conversation about a shift many global founders are starting to notice: Austin is quickly becoming a powerful gateway for international startups entering the U.S. market. Kevin will share lessons from decades of working alongside entrepreneurs across more than 40 countries through Tech Ranch—focusing on what founders need to understand before they arrive in the United States: the mindset\, relationships\, and ecosystem connections that make cross-border growth actually work. This discussion brings together entrepreneurs\, ecosystem leaders\, and policymakers who believe that when the right networks connect\, innovation moves faster and global opportunities become real pathways\, not just ambitions. The session will be followed by networking and an aperitivo to continue the conversation.
URL:https://techranchaustin.com/event/why-austin-is-overtaking-silicon-valley-for-international-startups-and-how-to-prepare-for-the-usa-ecosystem-before-you-even-arrive/
LOCATION:Progetto Manifattura\, Piazza Manifattura 1\, Rovereto\, Trento\, Italy
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SUMMARY:Pull Up a Chair: Tech Ranch Office Hour (Europe Edition)
DESCRIPTION:Want a chance to experience what it’s like to be coached by Tech Ranch—through a European lens? \nPull Up a Chair: Tech Ranch Office Hour (Europe Edition) is a guided\, open conversation for European founders navigating the real challenges of building and scaling across the United States and beyond. \nJoin us on May 7th at 11AM Austin time for a space where you can think out loud\, ask the questions you don’t usually get to ask\, and gain perspective grounded in real-world global experience. \nThis isn’t a webinar. It’s a working table. \nYou’ll be joined by Tech Ranch CEO Kevin Koym\, alongside Severine—a global ecosystem builder and multi-perspective operator who has worked across entrepreneur support\, startup founding\, strategic operations\, and engineering within large-scale corporate environments. Together\, she brings a depth of insight shaped by international ecosystems\, European market dynamics\, and the realities of scaling beyond borders. \nSeverine’s work is focused on helping entrepreneurs navigate both strategic and operational hurdles in diverse markets—while fostering the kind of global connectivity that allows startup ecosystems to truly thrive. \nNo pitches. No presentations. Just honest conversation\, practical insight\, and clarity on your next step. \nWhether you’re navigating regulatory complexity\, entering new markets\, or aligning your venture for international growth\, this is where the conversation gets real. \nBecause at Tech Ranch\, we don’t build towers\, we build tables. If you’re building something that matters (and Europe is part of your journey) there’s a seat waiting for you. \nPull up a chair and step into a global network designed to help you scale smarter\, faster\, and with purpose. \n  \nRSVP HERE
URL:https://techranchaustin.com/event/pull-up-a-chair-tech-ranch-office-hour-europe-edition/
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LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/1H4AHdMsSbG-ag90LcYZ9w
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SUMMARY:Global Connections Virtual Meetup
DESCRIPTION:What happens when you put the right people in the same room—with intention? \nOn Thursday\, May 28 at 11:00 AM (Austin time)\, we’re bringing together impact innovators\, policymakers\, and ecosystem leaders for a virtual session designed to do one thing well: create meaningful connections\, fast. \nThis isn’t another networking event where conversations stay surface-level. \nIt’s a guided experience\, led by Kevin Koym along with our long-standing community\, built on proven methods that help people connect with clarity\, intention\, and real outcomes. \nWe’re taking the dynamic we’ve already created in-person—across gatherings in Austin\, Monterrey\, Italy\, and beyond—and translating it into a virtual space that actually works. \nIn a short amount of time\, you’ll meet the right people\, have the right conversations\, and walk away with connections that can move things forward. \nBecause the goal isn’t just to meet people.It’s to build relationships that matter. \n  \nRSVP HERE
URL:https://techranchaustin.com/event/global-connections-virtual-meetup/
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SUMMARY:Bodega and Small Business Innovation Summit - Digitizing the Corner Store
DESCRIPTION:There are 15\,000 bodegas in New York City. They move billions in commerce. And almost none of them run on modern infrastructure. \nThat’s not a problem — it’s a massive\, untapped opportunity. \nThe Bodega and Small Business Innovation Summit gathers the sharpest minds in media tech\, AI\, fintech\, and security to unpack a radical thesis: the corner store is the next great platform — if we build the right tools and protect what makes it matter. \nThis isn’t about slapping an iPad on a deli counter. The panel introduces the “Sovereign Bodega” framework — integrated digital systems that let small businesses unlock new revenue streams\, compete with chains\, and scale on their own terms. Modernization without displacement. Tech without erasure. \nHosted by the Bodega and Small Business Association\, Tech Ranch\, Bodegas TV\, and Angeles Investors during #NYTechWeek\, this is where community-rooted commerce meets institutional capital. \nIf you’re allocating toward urban retail\, local commerce infrastructure\, or AI-powered SMB tools — this panel is your deal flow. Grab your spot before it’s gone. \nThis conversation brings together founders\, operators\, and technologists to explore how integrated systems—not isolated tools—can redefine the future of small business in urban communities. \nThis event is hosted by Bodega and Small Business Association\, Tech Ranch. Collaborators also include Bodegas TV and Angeles Investors. \nThis event is a part of #NYTechWeek—a week of events hosted by VCs and startups to bring together the tech ecosystem. \nRSVP HERE
URL:https://techranchaustin.com/event/bodega-and-small-business-innovation-summit-digitizing-the-corner-store/
LOCATION:The Bronx\, The Bronx\, New York\, United States
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SUMMARY:Partner Event: AI Salon — From Hype to Durable Innovation
DESCRIPTION:Join an intimate AI Salon bringing together founders\, investors\, and operators exploring the next wave of innovation. \nThis curated gathering\, hosted by Progressive Ventures and Founders Creative\, is designed for thoughtful conversation at the intersection of AI\, emerging technologies\, and real-world impact. \nFeatured Speakers\n\nMala Ramakrishnan — Managing Partner\, Progressive Ventures\nSaurabh Ghelani — Global Trust Officer\, Confluent\nAshish Chatur — Engineering Leader\, Gainwell Technologies\nBoris Portman — Founder & CEO\, BetterEngineer\nKautuk Surjan — Practice Head\, ArevaSoft\nFahd Siddiqui — Head of Engineering\, Nova Intelligence\, Iterable\n\nTopics\n\nWhere AI is delivering real\, measurable value today\nWhat separates enduring companies from short-term momentum\nThe role of AI in transforming vertical industries (health\, biotech\, climate\, enterprise)\nHow founders and investors should think about defensibility in an AI-first world\n\nAbout the Organizers\nFounders Creative is a nonprofit organization connecting 40\,000+ AI founders\, investors\, and operators. They aim for 50% representation by women in every room that matters. \nProgressive Ventures is a seed-stage venture firm based out of Palo Alto\, CA and the primary sponsor of Founders Creative. \nRegister on Luma →
URL:https://techranchaustin.com/event/partner-event-ai-salon-from-hype-to-durable-innovation/
LOCATION:535 E 5th St\, 535 E 5th St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, US
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SUMMARY:Partner Event: Applied Decision Theory For Business Summit
DESCRIPTION:Metanoia Ventures brings a prepared panel discussion on Applied Decision Theory for Business. \nAn exploration of effective choice through game theoretic math applied to real business decision making. \nWe’re selecting the top 50 applicants among business decision makers in Austin\, Texas to join us for an evening of discussion on how objective logical process through the application of mathematics is the deciding factor on business success or failure. \nTickets: $100 | Approval required \nHosted by: MarcAnthony Salce \nRegister on Luma →
URL:https://techranchaustin.com/event/partner-event-applied-decision-theory-for-business-summit/
LOCATION:Austin Chamber of Commerce\, 535 E 5th St.\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, US
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