At Stanford Angels & Entrepreneurs of Southern California, founded in 2018, we believe that the most transformative companies emerge from open-minded, socially dynamic, and intellectually rich communities where ideas collide organically, trust formed naturally, and ambition is shared.
Dynamic ventures, breakthrough ideas and successful collaborations are sparked by the kind of environment Stanford cultivates at its best. That’s what we’re building here: a trusted community where Stanford-affiliated founders, investors, and innovators come together to imagine, collaborate, and shape the future—together.
With dedicated leadership teams in Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, Orange County, and San Diego, we aim to cultivate a network of changemakers, empowering them to turn visionary ideas into reality. Through our events, pitch sessions, and mentorship programs, we foster an environment that nurtures innovation, accelerates growth, and transforms the region's entrepreneurial landscape.
Membership at SAE-SoCal is inclusive and open to all Stanford alumni and affiliates, encompassing students, faculty, staff, and parents or spouses of alumni or students. As a community-driven platform, we also extend membership to individuals outside of Stanford who share our passions and objectives, at the discretion of the SAE-SoCal Board of Directors, thus welcoming them as "non-affiliated" members.
To participate in our pitch sessions, investors are required to attest to their accredited investor status. We take pride in providing a diverse and engaging environment, and non-accredited investors are welcome to join us as members and participate in all other SAE-SoCal events.
At SAE-SoCal, we believe in fostering a collaborative ecosystem where creative minds converge, opportunities flourish, and entrepreneurial dreams come to life. Join us today and be a part of this exciting journey towards innovation, impact, and shared success.
Some of our event sponsors include Morrison Foerster, Goodfin, Adaptive, JP Morgan, Manatt, Brex, Dentons, DOMO, Stanford Federal Credit Union, and Samsung Next, while in-kind partners include Shelton Wilder, Kunin Wines, Perro Verde, Rustic Canyon Group and the Los Angeles Rams.
