September Coffee Chat
2025-09-10 01:00 - 03:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | UCLA Marion Anderson Courtyard, 110 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, 90095-1481, United States
This morning coffee networking session is open to Bruin Angels members and non-members. Join us to learn more about Bruin Angels and network with the UCLA entrepreneurship community.

Angel Investing with Bruin Angels!
2025-09-12 05:00 - 07:00 | https://bruinangels.org/event/angel-investing-with-bruin-angels/
Are you interested in Angel Investing? Bruin Angels is here to help teach you.
You will learn:
-The benefits and risks of angel investing.
-The mechanics of angel investing, how you invest and how it pays out.
-How to source investment opportunities to become an angel investor.

Venture Catalyst: Exploring Life Sciences VC in Los Angeles
2025-09-16 11:00 - 14:00 | California Nanosystems Institute, 570 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, 90025, United States
Join BCLA, Magnify at CNSI, and the UCLA Technology Development Group for an engaging evening exploring the dynamic world of venture capital in the life sciences. Designed for graduate students, entrepreneurs, and early-career professionals, this event offers an accessible introduction to biotech VC, perfect for those curious about breaking into the space, as well as valuable insights for those already familiar with the field.
Hear from leading investors and biotech thought leaders as they discuss the unique challenges and opportunities of investing in biotech, with a special focus on the growing VC ecosystem in Los Angeles. The evening will feature a keynote talk, an expert panel, and plenty of time for open networking and conversation.
RSVP to secure your spot today!

Navigating the Lifecycle of a Start-up
2025-09-18 10:00 - 13:00 | UCLA Anderson School of Management, Grand Salon, 110 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, 90095, United States
The fourth annual Navigating the Lifecycle of a Startup: Panel, Pitches, Networking will return to UCLA’s Anderson School of Management on Thursday, September 18, 2025. Lifecycle is organized by the Bruin Angel Investor Network, which is part of the UCLA Alumni Association. Each year has filled Anderson’s Grand Salon to its capacity of nearly 200 people. The format is a 30 minute panel, followed by three companies pitching for 10 minutes (5 min pitch plus Q&A), followed by networking. Attendees include companies, founders, investors, and university staff.

Join UCLA Bruin Angel Investor Network for Navigating the Lifecycle of a Startup: Panel, Pitches, and Networking. Our panel will feature a finance lawyer, an early-stage investor and a successful entrepreneur. They will discuss the thrills and challenges of evolving a nascent company from initial formation through sale or initial public offering. Following the panel will be a fast-pitch session, showcasing three real pitches competitively selected from Bruin-led startups at various development stages. Stay after for networking with Los Angeles’ lively venture capital and startup community.

October Coffee Chat
2025-10-01 01:00 - 03:00 | UCLA Anderson School of Management, 110 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, 90095, United States

Vertical AI: The Future of Scientific Innovation - #SFTechWeek
2025-10-06 09:00 - 11:00 | CA
We’re bringing together founders, investors, and operators at the forefront of AI-driven breakthroughs in Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, and Digital Health.
Join us for a 30-minute fireside chat with Sharad Aggarwal, who leads strategy, partnerships, and AI solutions at Google Cloud, Stephanie Sharron, Partner at Morrison Foerster, and Vinnie Shahzad, the Executive Director of Bruin Angels.
The second half features a startup pitch showcase spotlighting companies applying AI to reshape science and medicine.
If you’re building, investing in, or curious about the next wave of scientific innovation, this SF Tech Week event is not to be missed.
And if you’d like to apply to the pitch showcase, please do so here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScjnLpuOQzp8CC9IC9_66s94OJD_xyJRWnlYFs6eCV8hotdrg/viewform
This event is a part of #SFTechWeek—a week of events hosted by VCs and startups to bring together the tech ecosystem. Learn more at www.tech-week.com.

AI Tools for Finance You Can Build Today - Live Demonstrations and Practical Tools
2025-10-10 12:30 - 14:00 | CA
Join fellow Anderson alumni for an innovative 60-minute session where you’ll learn to build AI-powered financial tools using simple conversations with Claude— no coding required. Through live demonstrations of interactive cash flow forecasters and automated reporting packages, you’ll discover how to create custom financial solutions in under 30 minutes while understanding the broader landscape of autonomous AI agents transforming finance. This hands-on workshop bridges the gap between basic ChatGPT queries and the emerging world of AI agents, giving you practical skills you can apply immediately.

What Attendees Will Learn:

How to build interactive financial dashboards and automated reports using Claude’s free tier, with live demonstrations and templates you can replicate tonight
The current landscape of AI in finance, from DIY tools to enterprise solutions, and a practical framework for deciding when to build vs. buy
Understanding the progression from simple AI dashboards to autonomous agents, plus a 90-day roadmap for implementing AI tools that save 10+ hours monthly

Face to Face with Investors #LATechWeek
2025-10-16 09:30 - 13:00 | James West Alumni Center, 325 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, 90025, United States
Thursday, October 16, 4:30 pm – 8 pm
Meet. Pitch. Build Relationships. Join us for an exclusive in-person networking event at the UCLA Campus, where founders and innovators will have the opportunity to engage directly with angel investors, venture partners, and leaders from the early-stage startup ecosystem.
🌟 Why Attend?
• Face-to-face conversations with active investors
• Opportunity to pitch your startup and share your vision
• Gain real-time feedback from experienced capital partners
• Expand your network in a collaborative and high-impact setting
Agenda:
• Registration and networking
• Introduction to TCA Venture Group & Bruin Angels
• Introduction to OVERLAB
• Speaker panel
• 1:1 with Investors, Round 1
• 1:1 with Investors, Round 2
• Networking
This event is a part of #LATechWeek — a week of events hosted by VCs and startups to bring together the tech ecosystem. Learn more at www.tech-week.com.

UCLA Draper Innovation Showcase
2025-10-23 10:00 - 14:00 | UCLA Anderson School of Management, 110 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, 90095, United States
The UCLA Draper Innovation Showcase is the university’s largest pitch event, featuring live presentations from 10 standout founders, an expert panel, high-impact networking, and over $250,000 in live investments from the Draper family and awards from UCLA. The event spotlights startups from across the UCLA innovation ecosystem, including from the School of Engineering, UCLA Health, Magnify at CNSI and more.
Enjoy a distinguished panel featuring experts from across Los Angeles.
Showcase is co-hosted by the Venture Accelerator at UCLA Anderson and the Draper Foundation — featuring Tim Draper (Draper Associates), Jesse Draper (B.A. ’06, Halogen VC), Billy Draper (B.A. ’11, Path Ventures), Adam Draper (B.A. ’09, Boost VC) and Eleanor Draper Vaughan.

November Coffee Chat
2025-11-05 00:00 - 02:00 | UCLA Anderson School of Management, 110 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, 90095, United States

January Coffee Chat
2026-01-21 00:00 - 02:00 | California Nanosystems Institute, 570 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, 90025, United States
Start the new year right, by expanding your professional network with Bruin Angels! It’s time for another coffee chat, connecting founders, investors, and mentors to make things happen in the UCLA ecosystem.
We’re working to expand our network to by moving to a new location. Thank you to our board member, Nikki Lin, for setting us up in the lobby of the California NanoSystems Institute (CNSI)!
If you want to learn more about what’s coming this year come meet our board for coffee, on us!

February Coffee Chat
2026-02-11 00:00 - 02:00 | California Nanosystems Institute, 570 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, 90025, United States
Expand your professional network with Bruin Angels! It’s time for another coffee chat, connecting founders, investors, and mentors to make things happen in the UCLA ecosystem. Thank you to our board member, Nikki Lin, for setting us up in the lobby of the California NanoSystems Institute (CNSI)!
If you want to learn more about what’s coming this year come meet our board for coffee, on us!

Mastering Networking Conversations
2026-02-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Jeffer Mangels Butler & Mitchell Offices, 1900 Avenue of the Stars, Los Angeles, CA, 90067, United States
Your deck isn’t what gets the deal.
For founders and investors, the first conversation is the spark. At a party, dinner or in an elevator a pitch can happen anywhere and you need to be ready. Don’t leave your next deal to chance. Join Bruin Angels to streamline your pitch process and improve your networking.

For Founders: Learn to answer the critical questions that build immediate credibility.
For Investors: Share best practices and hear favorite questions from experienced investors.
For Everyone: Meet service providers to leverage as strategic power connectors.

Maximize your efficiency. Refine your network. Join us for appetizers and drinks.
NOTE: Please park across the street at the mall and walk over. We will NOT be validating parking for guests.

Celebrating Entrepreneurship in the UCLA Ecosystem
2026-03-05 17:00 - 20:00 | James West Alumni Center, 325 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, 90025, United States
Thursday, March 5, 5 pm – 8 pm
Join fellow Bruins for an evening grounded in community and mutual support as we highlight founders, investors, and change makers within the UCLA alumni ecosystem. The program will feature a panel of UCLA alumni and affiliates who are actively building companies, deploying capital, and supporting ventures – all while uplifting the UCLA community. Through candid conversation, panelists will share lessons from their journeys, the role of mentorship and access, and how the Bruin network has served as a powerful platform for collaboration and long-term success. Following the panel, three competitively selected startups supporting social good will deliver live investment pitches. These presentations are designed not only to showcase innovation, but also to foster bonds across generations of Bruins who believe our impact is greatest when we show up for one another. The evening will conclude with intentional networking, creating space for Bruins to reconnect, form new relationships, and continue building a community. This event is co-hosted by Anderson Black Alumni and Bruin Angels. We look forward to seeing you there! Appetizers will be served.
Reserve your ticket here.
Agenda:

Registration and networking
Introduction to ABA & Bruin Angels
Speaker panel
Pitches
Networking
