Dirty Jobs 2026: The Physical AI Summit. September 23, San Francisco

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Past Years

Attendees Represented

Past Years

Attendees Represented

Past Years

Attendees Represented

Two years, 350+ founders and funders, the best companies in robotics, manufacturing, energy, and defense.

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Annual Summit

300

seats REMAINING

attendees in 2025

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TESTIMONIALS

'Really appreciated how peer-to-peer sharing was at the heart of the event - that's a rare thing and much more engaging, fun, and useful than a bunch of panels where you're being talked at.'
Pete Schork
Principal, Broadscale
'It's rare to have an opportunity to engage with VCs and other founders in a way that doesn't map back to pitching and self-promotion. The ROI for being able to achieve THIS much in a few hours cannot be understated.'
Marcelino Alvarez
CEO, Photon Marine
'Your event was amazing, stands out among the many summits and conferences I've been to.'
Matt Stroud
CEO, Icebox Energy
'It's rare to find reciprocal partners like you guys. We are thrilled to be doubling down on the VSC x SVB relationship! This was one of the BEST conferences I've been to this year.'
Bo Ren
Managing Director, SVB
'Wow, what an event! You really know how to bring together amazing people for real, impactful conversations. I learned a TON from the huddle sessions. Wish I could have been in every huddle.'
Peter King
Trinity Capital
'Such a great conference with really great energy. Thank You!'
Eitan Hoenig
Perkins Coie
'Thank you for getting me to roll up my sleeves and be a part of this gathering.'
DeRonnie Pitts
Fidelity Private Shares
'Y'all crushed it! Been to a lot of events over the years, but never seen the type of candid free-flowing exchanges like I saw in those huddles.'
Benjamin Gibbs
Founder, Ready Robotics
'The event was first class and the exact right amount of time together. The content was valuable but not overwhelming and there was plenty of time for networking'
Andrew Will
Managing Partner, Willpower VC
'One of the best events I've been to in a while! Really enjoyed the curated mix of people you got. Great job advocating for this community.'
Brendan Hermalyn
CEO, Thalo Labs

'Really appreciated how peer-to-peer sharing was at the heart of the event - that's a rare thing and much more engaging, fun, and useful than a bunch of panels where you're being talked at.'
Pete Schork
Principal, Broadscale
'It's rare to have an opportunity to engage with VCs and other founders in a way that doesn't map back to pitching and self-promotion. The ROI for being able to achieve THIS much in a few hours cannot be understated.'
Marcelino Alvarez
CEO, Photon Marine
'Your event was amazing, stands out among the many summits and conferences I've been to.'
Matt Stroud
CEO, Icebox Energy
'It's rare to find reciprocal partners like you guys. We are thrilled to be doubling down on the VSC x SVB relationship! This was one of the BEST conferences I've been to this year.'
Bo Ren
Managing Director, SVB
'Wow, what an event! You really know how to bring together amazing people for real, impactful conversations. I learned a TON from the huddle sessions. Wish I could have been in every huddle.'
Peter King
Trinity Capital
'Such a great conference with really great energy. Thank You!'
Eitan Hoenig
Perkins Coie
'Thank you for getting me to roll up my sleeves and be a part of this gathering.'
DeRonnie Pitts
Fidelity Private Shares
'Y'all crushed it! Been to a lot of events over the years, but never seen the type of candid free-flowing exchanges like I saw in those huddles.'
Benjamin Gibbs
Founder, Ready Robotics
'The event was first class and the exact right amount of time together. The content was valuable but not overwhelming and there was plenty of time for networking'
Andrew Will
Managing Partner, Willpower VC
'One of the best events I've been to in a while! Really enjoyed the curated mix of people you got. Great job advocating for this community.'
Brendan Hermalyn
CEO, Thalo Labs

ABOUT YOUR HOST

We back the people building the physical world.

VSC Ventures is an early-stage fund backing founders in Physical AI: robotics, manufacturing, logistics, energy, defense, and the real-world systems the software era skipped. We call these the dirty jobs, and we believe they are some of the most important companies of the next decade. Since 2022 we have backed founders at companies like Gritt, BrightAI, Panthalassa, Nebex, Autopilot, and Presso.

We are storytellers first. Through our podcast CLIMB, our daily social posts on Twitter and LinkedIn, and the Dirty Jobs Summit, we put exceptional founders in front of the operators, investors, and press who can actually move their business forward.

Dirty Jobs is where that community meets in person. One room, one day, the people building and funding Physical AI. Your host is Jay Kapoor, founder of VSC Ventures. If someone you trust pointed you here, you already belong.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

All FAQS

Who should attend?

Answer:

Dirty Jobs is built for the people building and funding Physical AI. On the company side, that means founders and executives at seed through Series B companies. On the investor side, that means general partners and partners. We keep the room senior and operator-heavy so every conversation is worth your day.

How is this year different?

Answer:

Past events centered on technology for the trades and applications of hardware and robotics. This year focuses on Physical AI: the underlying models and the application-level technologies, including but not limited to autonomous robotics.

Do past attendees need to reapply?

Answer:

Yes. Past attendees need to reapply, though being part of the Dirty Jobs community helps with priority and a faster review.

How many can attend per company or fund?

Answer:

We hold a strict limit of one attendee per company and one per fund. If you have a specific reason to request an exception, reach out to the organizers.

Will food be provided?

Answer:

Yes. Snacks throughout the day, and passed hors d'oeuvres after closing remarks.

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