S2 E29 - OPAL GROUP AI/Tech Investing Forum 2025: SAN FRANCISCO - PART 2

On this weeks episode of Silicon Valley Impact we have Part 2, of “Opal Spotlight” from San Francisco, California, at the Opal Group AI/Tech Investing Forum. Joining us for the second of a 3-part series of "Opal Spotlight" as we share the stories from Opal speakers who are making an impact! In order of appearance: Matthew Houston – Mighty Capital Tech sales leader with 7+ years of quota-smashing success, ex-US Navy submariner, and global project manager. Now heads Early Engagement at Hawk Ridge Systems and invests actively while serving on the Students Rising Above board. When not closing deals, he’s racing superbikes or cooking for friends. Deborah Magid – NextStar Co-Founder of NextStar Venture Partners, investing in early-stage AI-enabled startups. Former IBM Ventures Director of Strategy with global responsibility for VC relationships, sourcing acquisitions, and strategic alliances. Advisor on AI, climate, cybersecurity, and entrepreneurial ecosystems worldwide. Lisa Carmen Wang – Bad Bitch Empire Hall of Fame gymnast turned 3x entrepreneur, best-selling author, and Forbes 30 Under 30 in VC. Founder of Bad Bitch Empire®, she’s helped women raise $50M+, spoken on 100+ global stages, and is redefining feminine leadership and wealth-building for the next generation. Dan Goldin – Former NASA Administrator NASA’s longest-serving Administrator, appointed by President George H.W. Bush. Revitalized the agency post–Cold War, launched the “Faster, Better, Cheaper” initiative, fostered international space cooperation, and led the Mars Sojourner rover mission. Member of the National Academy of Engineering. This and much more on Silicon Valley Impact!   Follow us on and listen to all our episodes on: 🎙️Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/68L4RPfMizjxnKBsmcFb1J 🍎Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/silicon-valley-impact/id1776876823 📺 Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/@siliconvalleyimpact   Silicon Valley Venture, LLC, the parent company of Silicon Valley Impact, is a proud global venture partner to great companies, like Stak Ventures, and 1900 Broadway Tower - Oakland. Check out https://stakspace.com/ to gain access to the world largest full stack venture ecosystem. It's over 1.2 million square feet of Live, Work, Play, Go; everything innovators, investors, ecosystem influencers, institutional partners, and global talent needs to gain a global advantage, access, alignment, and accelerate your venture.   Disclaimer: The opinions expressed by the host and guests on Silicon Valley Impact are for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered financial advice or a solicitation. Listeners are encouraged to consult with a professional before making any financial or business decisions.