Want to come to Silicon Valley? See for yourself those AI companies making serious money without making noise.

十字路口Crossing·March 3, 2025·0·0

Registration is now officially open.

Today we're recommending Linkloud's Silicon Valley AI study tour for the second time.

Linkloud is one of the most influential communities for Chinese AI companies going global. Each quarter, they lead dozens of AI founders and executives on study tours to Silicon Valley and Japan. With their long-term focus on Chinese AI globalization, they've become an important bridge for AI exchange between the tech and business communities of China and the United States.

Linkloud co-founder Ning Gao has been a guest on the Crossing podcast twice, sharing his observations and insights on AI products going global:

Linkloud's study tours deliver strong value and attract high-caliber participants. If you're planning a trip to Silicon Valley to stay on top of the latest AI developments and want to meet quality peers along the way, we believe this is your best option.

The following introduction is reposted from Linkloud, with minor edits

Last year, Linkloud successfully completed its third Silicon Valley trip for the Pioneer Accelerator program. Upon returning, we published "10,000-Word Impressions | Back from SaaStr Annual: AI Has Arrived, SaaS Isn't Dead, Efficiency Is the New Normal". By then, nearly 50 companies (including more than 5 listed companies) had sent their founders or heads of overseas operations to join us.

This year on May 13, SaaStr Annual 2025 arrives as scheduled. The three-day conference again includes a full-day AI Summit, plus:

2,000+ networking sessions
800+ VCs and investors (meet with them, pitch to them)
300+ speakers from leading global SaaS companies
150+ deep-dive discussions, workshops, and sessions

The announced speaker roster includes Snowflake, OpenAI, newly listed $10B+ unicorn ServiceTitan, Stripe, HubSpot, Dropbox, Canva, Grammarly, Descript, and more.

So, with AI in the mix, will this be the year when global SaaS sees a dual recovery in revenue and valuations?

Last September, I joined Linkloud's US Go-Global Accelerator with my colleagues. We engaged closely with over 40 outstanding SaaS and AI entrepreneurs, deeply experiencing Silicon Valley's entrepreneurial atmosphere and community ecosystem, and gained many insights. Linkloud's event organization and post-event services left a deep impression on me, providing an excellent observational perspective for friends in China planning to go global. — Sam, Head of Strategic Investment, Yidian Tianxia (eClickTech)

Just wrapped up four days of Linkloud's Bay Area study visit. Pure substance throughout — brainpower by day, stamina by night. Even so, every day I felt I hadn't been fed enough knowledge. Finally understood what "stay hungry, stay foolish" really means. Felt the entrepreneurial passion of the Bay Area. Whether big tech or startups, everyone was genuinely willing to share openly. This atmosphere is even more intense than China's mobile internet era ten years ago. The Bay Area is truly suited for entrepreneurship, with excellent incubators and VC culture. Here, startups discuss daily how to define ICP, how to find PMF, how to go to market, PLG or SLG, and so on. I recommend Linkloud's Pioneer Accelerator to all entrepreneurs going global! — Sun Taoyong, Founder, Weimob Group

Linkloud Pioneer Accelerator Cohort 10 Now Recruiting:

Silicon Valley · Will SaaS Welcome a Feast of AI Implementation and IPOs?

The itinerary has two parts:

May 6–10: Deep-dive research, closed-door exchanges
May 13–15: SaaStr Annual 2025 (optional; tickets purchased separately at group discount)

Location: US Bay Area

Who it's for: Entrepreneurs, practitioners, and investors interested in the global SaaS and AI markets

Program highlights:

1. Deep-dive research: May 6–10

Over 20 high-quality closed-door sharing sessions, covering these main areas:

Representative overseas SaaS companies founded by Chinese entrepreneurs
US native startup SaaS and AI-native companies, with more Chinese teams and rising stars founded in recent years to be invited!
Big tech AI business units and SaaS ecosystem platforms such as Google, Meta, and Microsoft
Linkloud-exclusive growth and product workshops co-developed with frontline leaders at native SaaS companies
Exchanges with Silicon Valley VCs (including US-native and local Chinese firms)
Resources on HR, finance, tax, legal, data compliance, and more
Opportunities to participate in industry conferences and AI sharing sessions hosted by super tech unicorns — stay tuned!

2. SaaStr Annual 2025: May 13–15

SaaStr Annual is the annual summit of the world's largest B2B and SaaS community (SaaStr.com), attracting thousands of SaaS entrepreneurs, investors, and executives each year. The three-day event features in-depth keynotes, interactive workshops, and 1v1 networking. Participants will hear insights from industry leaders, learn about the latest market trends, explore successful SaaS strategies, and build valuable connections with peers. This is the second AI Summit, with over 2,000 SaaS and AI company founders, over 300 speakers, and more than 150 brainstorming workshops — well worth anticipating!

Looking forward to seeing you in Silicon Valley!

Linkloud's US SaaS and AI trip not only arranged in-depth exchanges with top-tier industry companies but also provided opportunities to learn face-to-face with AI technology experts. From Silicon Valley's innovative atmosphere to practical case studies, every stop was immensely beneficial, helping us better understand the latest trends and directions in SaaS and AI. Additionally, the intellectual collisions among fellow participants yielded many valuable insights. This wasn't just a study tour — it was a journey that stimulated thinking and elevated perspective. Many thanks to Linkloud for their meticulous organization! — Zijun, COO, Xiaoman Technology

Registration is now officially open. If you're interested in itinerary details and pricing, please scan the QR code to inquire: