The atmosphere at Werqwise, San Francisco on August 14, was buzzing with energy. From the moment attendees stepped through the doors of Create the Future Summit 2025, the space buzzed with conversations that crossed industries, borders, and perspectives. Laughter mixed with handshakes, idea exchanges turned into collaborations, and every corner felt like the beginning of something new with BigC.Works.

Led by Shawn Flynn, Managing Director of SVH Capital, the summit featured a dedicated committee including Michelle Yuan (Marketing & Design Director), Ken Nim (OffChain Global), Brett Bunnell (Partnerships & Operations), and Stanley Li (Registration Manager). Their efforts transformed the summit from planning to flawless execution.

The event showcased companies at the forefront of global collaboration: Fragomen, LENDonate, Quentn, CRDC Materials, Escalon, SBDC East Bay, Linnovate Partners, Cole-Frieman & Mallon LLP, Herrick Wealth Advisory, COVERRIDE, EPIKAR, and Humanoid Robot Company, Unitree. Each highlighted how industries are converging to create real-world solutions beyond borders.

In its second year, the Create the Future Summit proved once again that the future is built not in silos but through trust, vision, and cooperation.

A Proven Global Platform for Impact

What began as a bold idea has now evolved into a global stage for changemakers. The Create the Future Summit 2025 proved its role as more than just another event — it became a catalyst for action. With 75+ world-class speakers and 500+ attendees representing diverse industries and geographies, the summit showcased how collective intelligence can solve complex challenges.

The conversations didn’t stop at the panels — they translated into cross-border partnerships, investment opportunities, and new ventures. From startups securing investor interest to policymakers finding common ground with technologists, the summit showed that collaboration is not just possible, it’s already happening.

The summit has carved out a reputation as a trusted platform where visionaries, builders, and leaders come together to shape the future with intention. Each edition grows in scope and influence, reaffirming its role as a proven launchpad for ideas that matter.

Core Discussion Topics

How will the next gen of the internet transform ownership, trust, and governance?

Panels explored how distributed systems, digital assets, and decentralized identity are redefining online ownership, governance, and trust. Eric Kim (One Degree Labs) moderated, with insights from Alex Yastremski (Cole-Frieman & Mallon LLP) and Arto Bendiken (ASIMOV Protocol).

The Future of the Decentralized Internet

Panels explored how decentralized internet, DAOs, and digital ownership are redefining online ownership, governance, and trust. Eric Kim (One Degree Labs) moderated, with insights from Alex Yastremski (Cole-Frieman & Mallon LLP) and Arto Bendiken (ASIMOV Protocol).

Impact of Emerging Technologies on Our Lives

How will innovations reshape our everyday experiences? Ross Gibby (CRDC Materials) led a session with Alex Dantas (Circuit Launch), Shaloo Garg (Microsoft), and Dominique Dwyer (Old Navy), who shared perspectives on how technology is transforming life itself.

Building Sustainable Innovation Ecosystems

Public-private partnerships were at the heart of this session. Rod Hirsch (Global Trade & Export Strategy) moderated, with Alameda County Supervisor David Haubert and Navya Chitimireddy (Berkeley Angel Network) offering concrete examples of collaboration.

Cross-Border Insights: Unlocking Opportunities

Moderated by Audrea Golding (Fragomen), this panel—featuring George Panagiotakopoulos (UC Berkeley) and Ben Bartlett (City of Berkeley)—spotlighted government–investor–entrepreneur collaboration on a global scale.

Digital Diplomacy and Urban Innovation

Tina Gregory (Escalon) guided a global dialogue with Olivier Avoa (Côte d'Ivoire), Micheál Smith (Consul General of Ireland), Marsha Wulff (LoftyInc Capital), and Ignacio Gonzalez (Bluo, former Consul General of Uruguay) on how cities and nations use tech to strengthen economies.

The Future of Venture

The summit concluded with a deep dive into the evolving VC landscape. Bosuk Han (EPIKAR Inc.) moderated a panel with Vijay Rajendran (Venture Builder & Investor) and Keshia Theobald-van Gent (BDev Ventures), unpacking what the new VC dynamics mean for founders and funders.

Key Highlights from 2025

• Global Collaboration in Action – Leaders and innovators from more than 30 countries came together, exchanging insights that went beyond borders.
• Innovation Showcases – Startups and entrepreneurs unveiled breakthrough technologies shaping the next decade.
• Policy Meets Technology – Policymakers and technologists engaged in rare, candid conversations on balancing innovation with governance.
• High-Impact Networking – From closed-door investor sessions to startup pitches, the summit opened real opportunities for partnerships and funding.
• Cross-Sector Participation – Industries from sustainability and AI to urban development and venture capital were represented, highlighting the summit’s role as a convergence point.

Voices that Shaped the Summit

Perhaps the most compelling moments came from the voices on stage and in the audience. One startup founder reflected, “Create the Future Summit has been a uniquely meaningful journey for me.” A policymaker remarked, “The summit's true value lies in sharing conversations, recording those dialogues, and carrying those insights home in both pockets and minds.”

These sentiments captured the essence of the summit: a place where people didn’t just exchange business cards, but forged partnerships rooted in purpose.

Looking Ahead to 2026

The energy from Create the Future Summit 2025 has set the stage for what comes next. With new partnerships formed, ideas exchanged, and global connections built, the momentum is already carrying forward.

In 2026, the summit will deepen its focus on AI, Next-Gen internet, sustainability, and global collaboration, while expanding its community to include even more voices from across industries and regions.

The deal-matching experience — a highlight of 2025 — will return with greater scale, ensuring that every conversation has the potential to spark real opportunities.

Most importantly, the summit will continue to stay true to its mission: to be a community-driven platform where innovation meets impact.

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