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01.2026

Launching the Mayfield AI Garage at HumanX

Most AI pitch competitions are about technology. This one’s about the humans behind it.

We’re launching the Mayfield AI Garage at HumanX – a discovery platform and launchpad for founders building the future of AI. Our goal is to meet founders exactly where they are in their journey, providing the capital, mentorship, and strategic benefits needed to propel their vision forward.

HumanX (April 6–9, San Francisco) brings together 6,500+ AI founders, builders, leaders, and 350+ journalists to connect and define the era of Collaborative Intelligence. It’s the right stage for emerging teams to be seen.

What’s on the table:

  • Stage time at HumanX (April 9) for 4 finalists
  • Potential investment from Mayfield for the winning team
  • Up to $350K in Microsoft Azure credits
  • Access to NVIDIA’s Inception Program
  • Up to $25K in legal credits from Orrick


What we’re looking for:

  • AI that elevates humans to superhumans
  • Breakthroughs across the Collaborative Intelligence stack (learn more → https://lnkd.in/gHUQhM33)
  • Founders with the imagination to redefine work, life, and play


At Mayfield, we invest early in the builders building the future of AI. If that’s you – or someone you know – let’s meet. Nominate a founder in the comments.

Apply today at mayfield.ai/ai-garage.

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