Chess & Chai

Chess & Chai is a small, curated gathering for founders, product leaders and technical operators building beyond the early stage.

The format is simple: chess boards, warm chai and thoughtful conversation with people navigating growth, complexity and higher-stakes decision-making.

No panels. No pitching. No forced networking.

Just a slower, sharper room for operators who want better conversations with people who are actively building, scaling and making real decisions.

Hosted by

Paulina Szegda, Jessica Casale and Theophila Lee