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Soon we’ll be opening the next round of WeAreLATech ‘Experience’ Club members to access our private events. If you’d like deets lmk.

We have dinners, beach picnics, sky diving, spa days, whiskey tastings, wine and paint nights and the list goes on 💜

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Los Angeles Tech Walks happening this week 🤗 details below 👇

🗓️ Wednesday, January 7th - Pasadena • Beverly Hills • Echo Park • Studio City

RSVP: https://t.co/eG4X86tCAz

These Tech Walks in neighborhoods across LA are led by incredible WeAreLATech Community Ambassadors

📍Beverly Hills led by Justin Byrth
📍Studio City led by Annemarie Penny
📍Pasadena Rose Bowl led by Jama Klycheva
📍Echo Park led by Chris Nuñez

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@thesamparr @bar5hop anyone come to mind?

[David Booth @david__booth]

I'm hiring a "talent scout"

but not the "sit on LinkedIn/X all day scanning credentials" type.

job to be done = produce a constant feed of interesting humans who should be on our radar.

every day may bring a new focus "persona"..

one day, you're scouting for invitees to Build (https://t.co/ZnoegCu8FV) dinners and retreats hosted with/by our vertical funds (e.g. American Dynamism, Health & Bio, Infra, Apps, Consumer, Crypto, etc)

the next day, it might be scouting for a New Media Fellowship cohort, high trajectory operators/experts we can drop into a WhatsApp together, people in a specific geography ahead of an IRL event, talent profiles to invite to "talent demo days" with our portfolio companies or feature in the a16z Build newsletter (https://t.co/y1SZe6hwA7)

the traditional approach to talent scouting optimizes for volume + data—where they've worked, what school, which logos. that's necessary but insufficient on its own.

the real test is whether you can spot someone before they're obvious. pattern-matching on trajectory, not credentials.

so, who are you?

a collector of interesting humans.

you thrive on being first to find breakout talent—the way some people thrive on discovering a band before they blow up.

you're less "resume reviewer" .. more "human potential radar." you think in systems but don't over-index to "legibility bias." you see people for potential strengths, not lack of weakness.

the work is part research rabbit-hole, part relationship cultivation, part editorial curation.

you're not investing, but you're helping us build the ecosystem that will pay it forward to the next generation of great founders and operators, many of whom may go on to raise and build incredible companies.

you? know them? tag or DM 🙏

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In 2026 WeAreLATech is launching an “LA TECH” text hotline—a free number you can text with questions about Los Angeles tech, startups, and the tech ecosystem here 💬

Want the LA Tech hotline number?
Comment “LA” below 👇

And No, it’s not WhatsApp.

And Yes—when you’re on the text line, you’ll be in the know about private, curated LA tech events bringing together seasoned talent, established founders, sought-after investors, and thriving builders.

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In Long Beach? Be sure to plug into the group "Tech by the Beach" run by Nic and Drew (data scientists and software engineers)

Here's the meetup link: https://t.co/gk6IsiQKKL

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Shout out to @hyeastanci leading the upcoming LA Tech Walk for the holidays in Westwood Village 🚶‍♂️🌿

📍 Westwood Village Holiday Tech Walk
🗓️ Tuesday, December 23rd at 4pm
👉 RSVP: https://t.co/IDaOW1Z4Ja

Meet Martin 👋✨
Martin is the Strategic Operations Lead for Government Affairs at Metropolis Technologies, working at the intersection of AI, public policy, and urban life to help build smarter, more human-centered cities. He spends his days bridging governments and innovators—and his creative time as a writer and photographer, exploring how cities shape people, communities, and culture.

If you’re into thoughtful conversations about technology, cities, and the future we’re all building together, this walk is for you.

Come walk, connect, and get to know someone who brings both systems-level thinking and an artist’s eye to the LA tech community.

See you soon 💜

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@mattft 🤗💜🤗💜

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@mattft @YuriyODonnell 🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌 makes me so happy!!!!

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@YuriyODonnell elated you were part of the vibes today 🤗

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Two incredible Holiday LA tech walks happening Monday Dec 22nd at 10am in Santa Monica and 4pm in Glendale.

RSVP here https://t.co/bIU0kCSPFH

Both tech walks are being led by incredible community ambassadors

Santa Monica • Meet Alicia 👋✨
She’s the kind of people-programs wizard who makes culture actually stick. From Fortune 500s to fast-moving startups, Alicia designs human-centered, data-smart experiences that sharpen leaders, strengthen teams, and help businesses win—without losing the human touch. She moves fast, thinks big, and cares deeply about building workplaces where people feel seen, supported, and set up to thrive. Also worth noting: she’s currently leveling up her beach tennis game and Bachata leading 💃🎾 ¡Bienvenidos!

Glendale • Meet Mari 👋 ✨
A startup generalist who thrives in scrappy environments, Mari brings hands-on experience from early-stage companies and a sharp curiosity for how ideas turn into impact. Now making the transition into venture, she loves conversations about startups, mindfulness, travel, and cats—and brings a grounded, thoughtful energy to every room she’s in.

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We have 3 awesome Los Angeles Tech Holiday Walks next week ❄️📍happening in Santa Monica, Glendale and Westwood powered by WeAreLATech community ambassadors.

On Monday, Dec 22nd we have Santa Monica in the morning ☀️ and Glendale in the afternoon 🌅

Santa Monica mid morning led by community ambassador Alicia Jessip:
RSVP: https://t.co/FHvnmP7dE6

Glendale afternoon led by community ambassador Mari Davtyan:
RSVP: https://t.co/zSek1Ap72T

Tuesday Dec 23rd we have Westwood Village in the afternoon 🐻

Westwood afternoon led by community ambassador Martin Makaryan (@hyeastanci):
RSVP: https://t.co/IDaOW1Z4Ja

Which one will you be going to? 🤗

Want a holiday walk in your neighborhood... just say where in the comments and we'll make it happen. 🙌

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✨ Community Spotlight ✨ Meet Mari Davtyan, leading upcoming LA Tech Walks in Glendale & Pasadena 🙌

From Armenia → LA startups → now transitioning into VC. A true generalist who thrives in scrappy environments—and loves mindfulness, travel & cats 🐾

Come walk + connect 👇
📍 Glendale — Mon, Dec 22 @ 4pm
https://t.co/zSek1Ap72T

📍 Pasadena — Wed, Jan 21 @ 4pm
https://t.co/wD4WAmi8PF

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Upcoming this December are some amazing Los Angeles tech Holiday Walks to feel connected as we head toward the new year. 📍 Westwood Village, Glendale and Santa Monica - RSVP here https://t.co/bIU0kCSPFH

These December tech walks are lead by inspiring WeAreLATech community ambassadors.

Leading Westwood Village tech walk is Martin Makaryan. @hyeastanci is the Strategic Operations Lead for Government Affairs at Metropolis Technologies, working at the intersection of AI, public policy, and urban life to help build smarter, more human-centered cities. He’s also a writer and photographer exploring how cities shape people and communities.

Leading Santa Monica tech walk along the sand is Alicia Jessip. Alicia is an HR specialist with a passion for meeting and growing her LA network on the westside.

Leading Glendale tech walk is Mari Davtyan. Mari moved from Armenia to the U.S. to dive into the startup world, bringing hands-on experience from early-stage companies and now transitioning into venture capital. She’s a generalist who thrives in scrappy environments and loves talking startups, mindfulness, travel, and cats. 🐾

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In spirit of all the yummy food we've been eating this month here's 4 must attend LA supper series your bellys will regret not experiencing:

🍽️ Evening on the Farm · Feels like a wonderland. Dine under the stars at a private Hollywood Hills farm estate with a 7-course tasting menu by Michelin-trained chef Matteo, featuring seasonal produce and natural wines.
IG: @ eveningonthefarm .la

🍽️ Whispering Thorns · Feels like hanging out with the best of friends. A garden gathering celebrating through intimate dinners that weave memory and present moment into each dish, served with intention and deep connection prepared by an extraordinary chef who recently published a cook book.
IG: @ whisperingthorns

🍽️ Muy Salon · Feels like inspiration. An intimate dinner series for women founders, creators, and innovators, inspired by Parisian salons where conversation becomes connection over seasonal menus and candlelit storytelling.
IG: @ muy_house

🍽️ Lost in LA VIP · Feels like a magnificent dream. An immersive Studio 54 meets Gatsby dinner party experience with 5 courses, open bar, caviar, champagne, live performances, and a DJ set that turns into an unforgettable pinch me 'I'm dreaming' night.
IG: @ lostinlavip

Know more awesome super series dinners in Los Angeles??? Do share ☺️

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Want to lead an LA Tech Walk?

Reply with what neighborhood you'd like to have a tech walk in 💜

We’re onboarding our next ambassadors for the Winter Series across LA — from Pasadena to Redondo, Glendale to Long Beach. 🌴

Build your local network with PMs, founders & engineers while shaping your neighborhood’s tech scene.

👉 More deets here: https://t.co/ufIBIFZmUp #longla

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🌴✨ LA Tech Week Magic ✨🌴
WeAreLATech community tech walk + happy hour during @Techweek_ was incredible 💜

🪞 Marc Hemeon (@hemeon) — Led early design at YouTube & AI design at Meta. Now building Mirror, a next-gen AI platform that decodes personality & reveals deeper relationship insights

🎙️ Hosted by @espreedevora — Founder of WeAreLATech, community builder extraordinaire. Featured in Forbes, Inc., Harper’s Bazaar & SXSW

🚀 HUGE thanks to @polarityco for partnering! They’re turning AI code production-ready in minutes. “We love everything tech week and what Espree is doing for the community!”

This is LA Tech: brilliant minds, authentic connection, building together 🌊

📸 by the incredible IG @ kjvyu

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