06/18/2025 | News release | Distributed by Public on 06/18/2025 15:33
Morrison Foerster was proud to host a series of events during NY Tech Week that brought together tech enthusiasts and industry leaders. Our events offered unique experiences across Manhattan designed for founders and funders to network and level up on emerging technologies. Check out the highlights and key moments from MoFo's NY Tech Week.
Kicking Off the Week with Bytes & Bites Breakfast
Everyone showed up bright and early for a high-energy morning perfect for connecting with founders and investors across the early-stage ecosystem. MoFo gathered alongside 14 of NYC's leading early-stage investors to bring together pre-seed and seed-stage B2B founders and funders. We had great conversations over coffee and donuts with several companies with bold ideas. The event was hosted by 2048 Ventures, Bloomberg Beta, Contour Venture Partners, Differential Ventures, Equal Opportunity Ventures, Flybridge, Hannah Grey, Laconia Capital, MetaProp, M13, nvp capital, Stage 2 Capital, Story Ventures, Techstars, and Morrison Foerster.
SaaS and AI Founder + Investor Happy Hour
We co-hosted the Founder + Investor Happy Hour alongside NachoNacho, Zendesk for Startups, Deel, Connectd, and Knowledge.com as part of the NachoTuesday series during NY Tech Week. Set against the backdrop of a stunning rooftop venue, the event brought together a dynamic community of SaaS and AI founders, investors, and C-suite leaders for an evening of high-impact networking. We were thrilled to meet some incredible founders pushing the boundaries of innovation, and we look forward to seeing where these connections lead.
Startup World Cup New York 2025 Regional Pitch Competition
The New York Top 10 Startup Showcase World Cup competition was held in our New York office. In partnership with Startup Grind NYC, Pegasus Tech Ventures, Dell, Capgemini AIE, and Industry Ventures, we welcomed top-tier venture capitalists, corporate leaders, and budding startup teams to pitch bold ideas and forge new connections in the heart of the city.
During the event, it was incredible to witness the energy and innovation streaming through our office. We were proud to provide a vibrant space where ambitious founders could step into the spotlight, showcase their vision, and gain valuable feedback from seasoned investors and peers. Congratulations to those moving on to the grand finale.
NYU Endless Frontier Labs - Founders and Funders Lunch
We sponsored the Founders and Funders Lunch hosted by NYU Endless Frontier Labs. The event brought together early-stage founders and seasoned investors to connect, learn, and share insights. Will Wilson, TTG partner in New York joined the engaging panel discussion around strategic growth, capital raising, and navigating critical milestones.
MoFo's Signature Event - Founders and Funders Rooftop Party
MoFo's Founders and Funders Rooftop Party was an epic ending to a successful #NYTechWeek. The event was packed with entrepreneurs, investors, innovators, corporate development, and legal professionals. The energy was contagious, and the level of innovation was impressive. Attendees captured their #NYTechWeek memories in our 360° photo booth and seeded invaluable connections with the perfect backdrop of the NYC skyline. We were thrilled to meet some incredible founders pushing the boundaries of innovation and look forward to bringing the tech ecosystem back together again.