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Scaling Agentic AI | Executive Strategy | High-Performance Networking
Founders Creative & Mala Ramakrishnan
April 06, 2026
High-Performance Leadership for the AI Frontier
Overview of Events at Founders Creative:
Making a Break into Venture Capital: April 10th, 4-5pm PST | Palo Alto, CA
AI Executive Dinner: April 15th, 7-9:30pm PST | Los Altos, CA
AI Executive Meditation Retreat: April 17th, 5:30pm to April 19th 12:30pm PST | Palo Alto, CA
Agentic AI Leadership Summit: May 8th, 12pm to 5pm PST | Palo Alto, CA
Making a Break Into Venture Capital | April 10th
These live sessions with Mala Ramakrishnan are for Executives and Operators who want to invest in Private Market.
Join us to gain insider strategies on backing AI startups and network with VCs and accredited investors
We will discuss the state of the industry and investing, how to evaluate startups, and how to invest in the next generation of AI unicorns.
AI Executive Dinner | April 15th
Special Invite Dinner: An Exclusive Gathering for AI Leaders
Join us for an exclusive dinner is designed for senior AI leaders to deepen connections, exchange insights, and celebrate the vibrant AI community.
What to Expect:
Intimate Networking: Engage in meaningful conversations with AI leaders
Curated Ambiance: Enjoy a relaxed and elegant dining experience in a setting designed for both reflection and collaboration.
Exclusive Access: Discuss insights and explore actionable strategies for scaling AI products and driving innovation.
Who’s Attending?
This dinner is reserved for a select group of senior AI leaders who are shaping the future of technology. Titles typically include:
Chief Executive Officers, Chief Technology Officers, Chief Information Officers, Chief Information Security Officers
Senior execs in Product, Engineering, and Design
Why Attend?
Build deeper relationships with thought leaders in AI
Gain exclusive insights in an intimate setting.
Extend the value of your connection experience with actionable takeaways.
Please RSVP early to confirm your spot. We look forward to hosting you for a memorable evening of exceptional conversation and collaboration!
AI Executive Meditation Retreat | April 17th
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If you're building — or dreaming of building — a career in high tech, whether as a founder, executive, or venture capitalist, clarity is your greatest…
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If you're building — or dreaming of building — a career in high tech, whether as a founder, executive, or venture capitalist, clarity is your greatest…
Join us for an AI Executive Retreat with 100 Silicon Valley executives in the heart of SF Bay Area by the Art of Living.
THREE POWERFUL EXPERIENCES IN ONE GETAWAY
Learn Sudarshan Kriya™ (SKY Breath Meditation)
Acquire a personal mantra for effortless meditation
Jumpstart your networking and skyrocket your leadership skills
Walk away with a comprehensive toolkit of breathwork & meditation and a supportive community to accelerate your career
Sharpen decision-making, increase stress resilience, and sustain high energy — even in the fast pace and every changing nature of high-tech life.
The sessions will be led by Mala Ramakrishnan, a San Francisco Bay Area based serial entrepreneur and Venture Capitalist. With multiple successful tech exits and 20+ years volunteering & teaching with the Art of Living Foundation, Mala has helped hundreds of leaders — including CxOs, founders, and executives— unlock the inner clarity that accelerates outer success.
AI Executive Retreat
A Premium from the Art of Living
Apr 17, 2026 | 5:30 PM — 8:30 PM PT
Apr 18, 2026 | 9:00 AM — 12:30 PM PT
Apr 19, 2026 | 9:00 AM — 12:30 PM PT
The Agentic AI Leadership Summit | May 8th
Agentic AI Leadership Summit is here Join Us in Palo Alto, Seats are filling up fast!
How will Agentic AI reshape your roadmap? Join a hand-picked community of founders and tech leaders at the Agentic AI Leadership Summit. We’re sharing the blueprints for responsible, positive AI growth—giving you the insights and connections needed to lead the next wave of engineering innovation
Learn About:
Building Autonomous Intelligence for the Enterprise
Global Priorities and Vision for Positive + Responsible AI
The Founders Creative Team
Join us at Founders Creative: a volunteer run community by executives in the valley connecting 30,000+ AI Founders, Investors and Operators through exclusive Bay Area events. https://www.founderscreative.org/
