Exit Hours x Biola University

Hello friends,

Our UC Irvine gathering was a huge success, sold out and buzzing with energy at the ANTrepreneur Center. Thank you to everyone who showed up, pitched, hosted breakouts, and helped make it one of our strongest events yet. Special thanks to Ryan Foland for bringing his signature TEDx-style spark.

Now, we're excited to return to Biola University on Tuesday, November 10 for another afternoon of connection, learning, and founder-driven energy.

🎤 Featured Presentation

The New Social Code: Why Relationships Are Your Greatest Competitive Advantage in the Age of AI

As AI transforms how we work, build, and connect, what gives founders and leaders a lasting edge? The answer may be more human than you think.

Join Dr. Michael Arena, organizational network scientist, former executive at Amazon Web Services and General Motors, and co-author of the newly releasing The New Social Code, for one of the first in-person presentations following the book's launch.

Drawing on decades of research and executive leadership, Dr. Arena will explore five powerful relational advantages that help us uncover opportunities, build trust, gain insights, capture attention, and expand our influence.

✨ Special Guest: Dr. Silvia Mah

Venture capital investor, ecosystem builder, two-time TEDx speaker, and founder of Stella Foundation. Having invested in more than 200 early-stage companies, Dr. Mah brings a unique perspective on entrepreneurship, founder resilience, and building meaningful connections that drive innovation.

Founder Spotlights

A dynamic group of operators and builders. Final lineup announced soon.

Why You Can't Miss This

• 100+ Community — Connect with founders, investors, operators, students, and ecosystem leaders.
• Curated Breakouts — Join peer groups in Product, Funding, Growth, Exits, Legal, Benefits, BAM, and more.
• Inspiring Keynotes & Spotlights — Hear real stories of exits, pivots, growth spurts, and lessons learned.

Event Schedule

1:30pm - Pre-program Coworking & Meetups

3:00pm - Registration & Networking

4:00pm - Official Program Start + Breakouts + Networking/Social

7:00pm - Event concludes

Secure Your Spot

• Early Bird: $15 through November 4
• General Admission: $25
• Door: $40

Space is limited — RSVP via Luma is mandatory and strictly enforced. Once capacity is reached, you'll be added to the waitlist.

Questions and Requests

• Want to pitch or host a breakout? Email mike.okabayashi@exithours.com
• Registration or logistics? Reach out to Jack at jack@exithours.com

🚗 Parking details will be shared with all registered guests.

Disclosure: Partnerships are welcome, but solicitation is prohibited unless it is part of an official presentation. Exit Hours or any affiliate do not endorse or recommend any specific product, service, or company, and that mention of it does not constitute approval or support, often adding that any reference is purely for information purposes only.

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