Rising Startup Initiative

Rising Startup Initiative

The mission of SVLG’s Rising Startup Initiative goes beyond mere representation; it is about actively shaping a future where diversity and inclusivity are integral components of the innovation ecosystem. By championing an equitable and inclusive startup community and arming them with resources to thrive individually they will in turn contribute to the collective upliftment of the entire Silicon Valley community and build upon its legacy of innovation and excellence.

Members

Our Goal

To usher in a new era of diverse voices, fostering the development of leaders, policies, and products that will underpin a dynamic, inclusive, and equitable innovation landscape in Silicon Valley.

Networking & Business Development

Unprecedented access to networking opportunities with member companies, Key Public Officials, and Senior Level Executives from leading Silicon Valley Companies through a myriad of dynamic and engaging SVLG events.

Advocacy

The benefit of SVLG’s Policy Advocacy and Expertise allows us to drive legislative and regulatory outcomes for our members.

Engagement

Our deeply personal connections to member companies allow us to customize your member experience. We’ll begin with an introductory call to get a better understanding of the goals and needs of your organization allowing us to tailor your member experience. Once we formalize our relationship, we’ll meet regularly to track your needs as you grow your business.

Exclusive Events, Marketing, and Brand Building

SVLG hosts dozens of high-impact and exclusive events each year. Our media team provides multiple AV touchpoints which include customized videos, the Silicon Valley Vibes Podcast, and tailor-made socials.

Office Hours for COE’s (Start-Ups Only)

Unique access to SVLG Centers of Expertise Leads once a month. This is a great opportunity to get caught up with the current workload of our organization and an opportunity to provide strategic input shaping our priorities.

Join the RSI Initiative

When you become a member, you will join a network of hundreds of Silicon Valley’s leading innovation economy employers as we work to improve business and living conditions in the area. Please complete the form below on your company’s behalf and a member of our team will promptly reach out to you.













    Highlights

    On this episode of Silicon Valley Vibes, we feature Emilio Tenuta, the Senior Vice President of Corporate Sustainability and Chief Sustainability Officer for Ecolab, to talk about the significance of Water resiliency in a Water constrained world.
    On this episode of Silicon Valley Vibes, Ashima Sharma, CEO and Co-Founder of Dreami talks about closing workforce barriers by hyper-personalizing the mentorship experience for individuals with barriers to employment through her startup.
    On this episode of Silicon Valley Vibes, Co-Authors Ron Gonzales & Guisselle Nuñez discuss “Life in the Fishbowl” where they take a deep dive into the personal side of politics that no one talks about and how their relationship intersects with both the formation of and content of their book.
    On this episode of Silicon Valley Vibes, we feature Janey Rountree, The Executive Director of the California Policy Lab at UCLA. We talk with Janey about her use of predictive analytics to identify those at the highest risk of becoming unsheltered, and how she is working with local agencies to provide tailored support to try and prevent it from happening.

    Leadership

    CHAIR

    Chuck Dickinson

    Silicon Valley Leadership Group
    CHAIR

    Ernesto Romero

    Silicon Valley Leadership Group

    To learn more, please contact Chuck Dickinson at cdickinson@svlg.org or Ernesto Romero at eromero@svlg.org.

    Contact Us

    If you are looking for more information on our Rising Startup Initiative, please contact Chuck Dickinson at cdickinson@svlg.org or Ernesto Romero at eromero@svlg.org.

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