Startup Valley

Chance Encounters in Silicon Valley

Alec was new to Silicon Valley, but he figured it had to be somewhat like any other city -- no one really knew each other but still ran in the same circles posturing to get ahead. He’d been given an opportunity to start a new venture after working in his corporate job for a few years, and he was determined to make the best of it.

He had gone for a late night walk after work, and found himself in a small cafe where he ran into a group of tech entrepreneurs he recognized from a nearby incubator. They were discussing the new virtual reality game they were developing, and Alec found himself completely fascinated by their ideas and the enthusiasm with which they talked about it.

The group invited him to join their table, and Alec found himself drawn into their conversation. He quickly felt that he fit in, and was almost surprised to hear himself talking about the potential of his own new venture idea.

The group continued discussing the hot new trends in the technology world, and Alec shared his insights. Little did he know that this chance encounter would become the foundation of a new network of techies, entrepreneurs, and venture capitalists in Silicon Valley.

Go back to Alec’s apartment and plan his new venture.