Tuesday, February 13, 2024

9:30 AM 11:00 AM PT

From Concept to IPO: A Fireside Chat with William Santana Li

Join us for a Founders Network fireside chat featuring William Santana Li, a seasoned entrepreneur with over three decades of expertise. Currently serving as the Chairman and CEO of Knightscope (NASDAQ: KSCP), a leader in autonomous security robotics, Bill has a rich background that includes influential roles at Ford Motor Company and several startups.

During his tenure at Ford, Bill held diverse positions across 4 continents, contributing to key areas such as engineering, business strategy, and financial turnarounds. Notably, he internally secured $250 million and founded GreenLeaf, a Ford subsidiary that grew to become the world’s second-largest automotive recycler.

Driven by the events of 9/11 and Sandy Hook, he founded Knightscope, with a long-term mission to make the United States of America the safest country in the world. He took the idea from concept to IPO and raised over $120 million from over 35,000 investors to do it.

In this fireside chat, Bill will draw on his extensive experience to provide unique insights into startups, capital formation, technology, and the future of autonomous security. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable perspective from a visionary leader who has consistently driven innovation in the automotive and tech sectors.

Thanks to Founders Network for the listing and graphics for this virtual startup event.