Mercury Fund Day at the Ion: The New FDE Model: How to Deploy with Scale in Legacy Industries
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Welcome to “Mercury Fund Day at the Ion” – a program series hosted by the Ion and Mercury Fund, where software founders can connect with mentorship at Houston’s HQ for innovation.
This month’s topic is The new FDE model: How to deploy with scale in legacy industries, moderated by Alex Gras of Mercury Fund and featuring panelists:
- John Kalfayan – Collide
- Hunter Honnessy – Unlimited AI
The future of tech is being built right now and Mercury Fund is right at the center of it. This panel dives into how Mercury Fund is pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with agentic AI and blockchain working together. We’ll break down the trends shaping the space, the innovations redefining industry standards, and what’s coming next for the builders and users powering this new era of technology.
Prior to the fireside chat, a select group of early-stage software startups will participate in office hours. Over the course of 2-hours, first-time entrepreneurs looking for guidance or seasoned founders needing help tackling tough challenges will have access to a group of curated mentors from the Mercury network and gain insights and guidance tailored to their needs. Startups are invited to apply to participate here.
Afterward, join us for a networking happy hour at Second Draught, brought to you by Gunderson Dettmer, where you can connect with fellow entrepreneurs, investors, and industry professionals, forging connections that could shape the future of your venture.
About Mercury Fund Day: Mercury Fund Day, previously known as Software Day, is a monthly series driving the support, inspiration, and connections needed to help startups on their path to rapid, sustainable growth. Each month, Mercury Fund Day will include office hours (by application), a keynote session, and networking.
Each month will include a new speaker and topic covering the latest trends and breakthroughs in software technology and practical advice for founders. From AI to blockchain and guidance on fundraising, explore topics that are relevant for your company’s journey.
“Mercury Fund Day at the Ion” isn’t just an event – it’s a catalyst for growth and collaboration. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of Houston’s thriving tech ecosystem. Join us as we bring together leading mentors, promising startups, and like-minded Houstonians focused on transformative software innovations.
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PARKING
Ion District Parking Garage
Enter 4111 Fannin Street into your GPS for directions directly to this parking garage, located a block from the Ion. Parking in the Ion District Garage is free for the first two hours.
Red Parking Lot
Enter 4203 Fannin Street into your GPS for directions directly to the red parking lot, located across the street from the Ion. This lot is for overflow guest parking and tenant parking and is free for the first three hours.
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