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A curated community for accredited investors exploring alternative investments.

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Monthly Investor Gathering | Santa Monica

Investor Collective: The Exchange

An invite-only monthly gathering for accredited investors to learn from peers, explore alternative investments, and build trusted relationships in West Los Angeles.

FrequencyMonthly
LocationSanta Monica
AttendanceLimited
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Why Attend

Learn from peers and real investor experience

Gain perspective from how others evaluate and select investments

Understand risk through shared outcomes and lessons

Gain conviction through peer insight vs. hype

Upcoming Exchanges

The Exchange by the Investor Collective is currently planned as a monthly gathering, with events held on the third Thursday of each month in Santa Monica.

Upcoming

  • Wed, Oct 21, 2026 · 9:00 AM – 6:55 PM PDTHealth Equity Innovation SummitFrom the community
  • Wed, Oct 21, 2026 · 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM PDTWhiskey Wednesday: Santa MonicaFrom the community
  • Wed, Oct 21, 2026 · 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM PDTInvestor Collective MixerInvestor Collective event
  • Thu, Oct 22, 2026 · 3:00 PM – 6:30 PM PDTSummer in Silicon Valley: The Future of Venture CapitalFrom the community
  • Tue, Oct 27, 2026 · 12:00 PM – Thu, Oct 29, 2026 · 8:00 PM PDTMusic Tectonics 2026From the community
  • Tue, Oct 27, 2026 · 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM PDTReimagining Capital For a Living EconomyFrom the community
  • Thu, Oct 29, 2026 · 11:30 AM – 7:30 PM PDTReinventing Venture CapitalFrom the community

Past events

What to Expect

Each Exchange is built around a small number of curated investment conversations designed to help attendees compare different opportunities across risk, structure, and investor fit.

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Three investment spotlights
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A mix of lower-risk, medium-risk, and higher-upside opportunities
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Investor-led introduction and perspective prior to sponsor or operator presentation
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Focused Q&A and discussion
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Structured networking afterward

Who it's For

The Exchange is designed for accredited investors and active participants in alternative investments. Attendance is by request to help maintain a relevant and engaged group.

Frequently Asked Questions

No. The Exchange is designed to be investor-led and educational, not an open-mic pitch night.
No. Investor Collective is not compensated based on whether attendees invest in any opportunities presented.
The Exchange is designed for accredited investors and active participants in alternative investments. Attendance is by request to maintain fit.
Yes. Opportunities may be discussed for educational purposes. Any next-step diligence or deal-specific materials are handled separately where appropriate.

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  • Thu, Jul 16, 2026 · 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM PDTThe Entertainment ExchangeInvestor Collective event · Virtual
  • Thu, Jun 18, 2026 · 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM PDTThe Impact Investing ExchangeInvestor Collective event
  • Thu, May 21, 2026 · 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM PDTThe Small Business ExchangeInvestor Collective event
  • Wed, May 20, 2026 · 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM PDTInvestor Collective On The BayInvestor Collective event

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