FAI reception thread says SF tech-policy events need clearer dress codes
beffjezos · x · 2026-07-27
The author reflects on attending an FAI reception in San Francisco and jokes about “LARPing as a DC think-tank intellectual.” The quoted thread argues that SF needs more galas, especially for the tech-policy crowd.
It highlights two event design ideas:
- Clear dress code: specifying black tie / semi-formal makes people dress up and creates a more playful, conversational atmosphere.
- Nooks and crannies: smaller exhibit spaces can make networking and exploration feel more alive.
The broader point is that AI-policy-adjacent events in SF can borrow the best parts of Washington-style formal culture without feeling stiff.
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