About OPEN Silicon Valley
A chapter of the global OPEN network, connecting entrepreneurs, investors, and professionals with opportunities in Silicon Valley.
Our Story
OPEN is a global network spanning 15 cities from Silicon Valley to New York, London, and Islamabad. Our Silicon Valley chapter sits at the heart of technology innovation, fostering a vibrant community of entrepreneurs.
For over 24 years, OPEN has established itself as the premier platform for entrepreneurs, investors and professionals to network, collaborate, and mentor each other, helping countless professionals showcase their businesses to investors and create successful entrepreneurial ventures.
Vision
We strive to foster entrepreneurship and accelerate business development through holding workshops and forums where entrepreneurs and investors have a platform to network and share business ideas around the world through our cross-chapter programs.
Mission
Our mission is to promote entrepreneurship, professional growth and business development by connecting the professional community in Silicon Valley through workshops, forums, and events.
Objective
Our key goals focus on helping members achieve business goals and overcome obstacles. We facilitate entrepreneurship, create growth opportunities, provide mentorship, and develop events that empower and recognize accomplishments.
President's Message
Welcome to OPEN Silicon Valley. I'm Faraz Hoodbhoy, the current President. It's a privilege to help steward this community, and to build on what so many of you have created over the years.
If we haven't met: I'm a longtime builder of companies, teams, and communities, as an entrepreneur, executive, engineer, and educator. I believe deeply in what OPEN stands for: accomplished people who choose to show up for each other, open doors, and build something bigger than themselves.
OPEN Silicon Valley (OPEN-SV) is the SF Bay Area's premier network of Pakistani-diaspora leaders, rooted in the world's 5th most populous country and powered by one of the most accomplished, economically successful diaspora communities anywhere in the world. Our reach spans 10,000+ people and 3,000+ Bay Area households.
Within our community, you'll find Fortune 1000 CEOs, founders and executives behind billion-dollar exits, senior leaders at Fortune 10 companies, and standout professionals across health-tech, medicine, business, law, engineering (software and hardware), product and design, architecture, finance, consulting, HR, academia, and the arts. We're exceptional in track record, and inclusive in spirit: a community built to welcome, connect, and lift each other up. We are defined by a rare mix: high achievement + real generosity.
OPEN-SV is also volunteer-led at its core. Our impact is driven by people who give their time, energy, and credibility to create real connection, mentorship that matters, relationships that compound, and opportunities that change trajectories.
As President, my focus is simple: expand our reach and relevance, build stronger bridges with partner communities, and make OPEN more accessible, especially by creating structured ways for charter members to connect with others and by opening pathways for the next generation through micro-internships and mentorship. OPEN is near and dear to my heart, and I want it to be here, thriving, for our kids and yours.
-- Faraz Hoodbhoy, President, OPEN Silicon Valley
Part of a Global Network
OPEN Silicon Valley is one of 15 chapters of the global OPEN network. Founded in 1998, OPEN has grown to become the largest network of entrepreneurs and professionals worldwide.
Our global network includes chapters in Boston, Chicago, Houston, London, Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore, New England, New York, Seattle, Southern California, Toronto, UAE, and Washington DC.
Our Network Impact
OPEN Silicon Valley brings together a powerful network of entrepreneurs, investors, and professionals creating significant impact in the business world.
Join Our Community
Become a part of OPEN Silicon Valley and connect with entrepreneurs, investors, and professionals who are shaping the future of technology and business.