Bridging Perspectives, Connecting Futures “A full day of conversations on business, technology, investing, global expansion, and the evolving relationship between China and the world. This year, we hope to make the Summit a space for thoughtful dialogue, diverse perspectives, and meaningful connections. The event is not limited to students — we also welcome professionals, alumni, and...
Female venture capitalist Brianne Kimmel’s Worklife Ventures has invested in 50 portfolio holdings since 2019, some which have surpassed $1 billion in value.
She previously ran a startup initiative for business software company Zendesk and her VC is backed by Marc Andreessen and Zoom Video Communications CEO Eric Yuan.
She plans to add 20 new investments annually, scaling up small businesses for freelancers, entrepreneurs and creators to work remotely and productively outside traditional office culture.
She is the one (of many) who got away from Youngstown, Ohio to pursure new horizons.
Bridging Perspectives, Connecting Futures “A full day of conversations on business, technology, investing, global expansion, and the evolving relationship between China and the world. This year, we hope to make the Summit a space for thoughtful dialogue, diverse perspectives, and meaningful connections. The event is not limited to students — we also welcome professionals, alumni, and...
Founded by former Google CEO Eric Schmidt, the AI+ Expo brings together leaders and luminaries across the innovation ecosystem to build pride and momentum in national technological competitiveness. Explore breakthroughs in cybersecurity, robotics, energy, and more. Forge partnerships that turn advanced research into real-world capabilities. The AI+ Expo Bookstore Engage with authors through book talks and...
Networking opportunity between Chinese and Californian businesses at the 2026 China-California Business Forum! “Better Understanding Better Business” Premier event for California and Chinese companies to create new business opportunities! The China-California Business Forum is a signature event under the China Provinces and U.S. California Joint Working Group On Trade and Investment Cooperation. The event was founded...
Tech Titans of China: How China's Tech Sector is Challenging the World by Innovating Faster, Working Harder and Going Global (Hachette Book Group, 2019, 2nd edition 2026)
Silicon Heartland (Penguin Random House, 2022)
Startup Asia: Top Strategies for Cashing in on Asia's Innovation Boom
Silicon Dragon: How China Is Winning the Tech Race
