Rooftop Fireside with Startup Founders in Chelsea
Novix AI Tech Events is bringing founders, early operators, and investors to a Chelsea rooftop for a fireside focused on AI, company building, and what investors are actually looking for. The format mixes a panel, founder demonstrations, and enough unstructured time for the conversation to keep moving after the microphones stop.
The useful question is not whether AI founders can attract attention. It is whether the company can turn technical possibility into a product, distribution system, and operating advantage that survives scrutiny. Christopher Kennamer brings an early-stage investor view through OneSixOne Ventures, while Brandon Slicklein and Akhil Reddy bring the lived decisions of founders building Aurapath AI and Thera.
What the event is built around
- What early-stage investors are looking for in AI and technology companies
- Founder lessons from building AI services and global payroll infrastructure
- Live founder demonstrations and the questions they provoke
- How product, distribution, and fundraising judgment interact
- Rooftop networking beside the water in Chelsea
Who should have it on the radar
This room is relevant for startup founders, early employees, angel and venture investors, AI builders, and operators who want to compare how companies are being built with how investors are evaluating them. Registration is limited and subject to organizer approval.
What to watch
The official panel includes Brandon Slicklein of Aurapath AI, Akhil Reddy of Thera, and Christopher Kennamer of OneSixOne Ventures. Jake Moshel, Abraham Rajput, and Neel Nimbalkar are also among the named hosts. Watch for the distance between what makes an AI demonstration interesting and what makes the underlying company durable.
Event details
- Date: 2026-08-25
- Time: 5:30 PM–8:00 PM ET
- Location: Chelsea rooftop; exact address shared after approval, Shared by organizer after approval, New York, NY
- Type: Panel
- Register: Official event page
Registration requirements, capacity, ticket prices, venue details, and program information can change. Use the official registration page for the latest information from the organizer.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is Rooftop Fireside with Startup Founders in Chelsea?
2026-08-25. 5:30 PM–8:00 PM ET.
Where is the event?
Chelsea rooftop; exact address shared after approval, Shared by organizer after approval, New York, NY
Who should attend?
This room is relevant for startup founders, early employees, angel and venture investors, AI builders, and operators who want to compare how companies are being built with how investors are evaluating them. Registration is limited and subject to organizer approval.
How do I register?
Use the official organizer page: https://luma.com/i2ojh9hc
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