Katia Ameri, Partner at A16Z and the mind behind LA Tech Week, discusses her journey from being Pear VC's first hire to creating a thriving tech phenomenon in Los Angeles. She outlines the rapid growth of Tech Week, evolving from 30 events in 6 weeks to thousands in multiple cities. Katia shares insights on the importance of community engagement, innovative sponsorship strategies, and the impact of the pandemic on the LA tech landscape, emphasizing the need for authentic connections and effective distribution for products to succeed.