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Join us for Founders Live SD x University Club Sports & Entertainment—where startups connect, compete, and chill IRL!

This collaborative event brings together entrepreneurs, investors, executives, and innovators passionate about the future of sports, entertainment, media, fan engagement, fitness, gaming, and adjacent industries.

Hosted at the iconic University Club San Diego, this special edition of Founders Live will feature five carefully selected startups building innovative companies in the Sports & Entertainment ecosystem.

Each founder will take the stage for the signature Founders Live format:

  • 99-second startup pitch
  • 4 minutes of audience Q&A
  • Audience voting to crown the winner

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Five Featured Startups:

https://www.aixmotion.com

Unifying multimodal data including video, sensors, and ball flight into a single AI-driven platform that delivers real-time performance insights, coaching intelligence, and equipment optimization.
Sports Technology – AI | Baseball, Golf, more.

https://golfdistrict.com/

World’s first tee time trading platform, much like StubHub but for golf, software integrates directly into golf course websites, transforming the way golfers book tee times.

https://www.engineeredoutdoors.com/

Killer Chiller: patented refrigeration system that turns the cooler you already own into a true active refrigerator. Fishing, hunting, camping, more.

https://rolflexrecovery.com/ Deep & effective muscle recovery, for athletes, weightlifters, and general fitness enthusiasts.
https://promo-drone.com/ Cutting edge aerial drone advertising and public safety messaging. Sporting events & other outdoor entertainment events.

September 24, 2026

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Join leaders from San Diego’s professional sports teams, entertainment venues, performing arts organizations, higher education institutions, corporate partners, nonprofits, and civic organizations for an evening dedicated to strengthening relationships, sharing ideas, and exploring new opportunities to make a greater collective impact across our region.

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September 26, 2026

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Step into an unforgettable night where culture, community, and compassion come together for children and families affected by cancer. Kids ‘N Kicks: The Charity Classic is more than a fundraiser – it’s a celebration of connection. Hosted in partnership with Oncology And Kids (OAK) and the University Club San Diego, this one-of-a-kind experience brings together supporters, business leaders, creatives, and sneaker enthusiasts to make a meaningful difference.

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September 30, 2026
SD Fashion Week

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Join leaders from San Diego’s professional sports teams, entertainment venues, performing arts organizations, higher education institutions, corporate partners, nonprofits, and civic organizations for an evening dedicated to strengthening relationships, sharing ideas, and exploring new opportunities to make a greater collective impact across our region.

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