The Outliers Dinner, Palo Alto

February 7, 2024 at el Prado Hotel

An insightful and engaging discussion on the automation economy and generative AI took center stage at a recent exclusive dinner hosted by MDSV. The panel featured Blake Samic, Head of Product Operations at Open AI; Justin Ho, former Head of Strategy at Uber’s Advanced Technologies Unit and now a Partner at Ethos Fund; and Jae Lee, Founder & CEO of Twelve Labs. The conversation dissected the hype versus the practical realities and delved into critical areas of impactful innovation and related investment opportunities.

This event, attended by over 60 investors along with leaders from prominent family offices, founders, and technologists, showcased the dynamic and vibrant innovation ecosystem of the Bay Area.

Justin Ho (Partner, Ethos Fund), Jae Lee (Founder & CEO, Twelve Labs), Blake Samic (Head of Product Operations, Open AI), Michael Downing (Managing Partner of MDSV Capital)