Help Shape the Future of T1D: Community Dinner & Product Preview
- Date
- 2026-06-19
- Location
- San Francisco, CA, USA
- Host
- GloGlo by 14.ai
About this event
If you live with type 1 diabetes, care for someone who does, or work closely with the T1D community, this dinner is a chance to do more than show up and listen. You’ll share a meal, meet people who understand the day-to-day reality of T1D, and get an early look at a product direction shaped by real community input. This is designed to be practical, personal, and genuinely useful. The evening brings together conversation, connection, and product preview in one room, with space to ask questions, react honestly, and help influence what gets built next. About the Event This gathering is a community dinner and product preview centered on the future of T1D. The goal is simple: bring people together in person to connect over food, hear what’s being worked on, and create a direct feedback loop between the people building and the people living with the problem every day. Rather than a formal conference setup, expect a more grounded, conversational format. The dinner setting creates room for real discussion, whether that means talking through daily challenges, comparing experiences, or responding to ideas with the nuance they deserve. Because the event is in person, the value goes beyond the presentation itself. You’re not just consuming information — you’re part of the room, part of the conversation, and part of the process of shaping where things go from here. What to Expect The evening starts at 6:00 PM PDT in San Francisco and is built around a social, community-driven format. You can expect a mix of informal networking, shared dining, and structured product conversation, without the stiffness of a typical presentation-only event. A likely flow for the night includes: Arrival and time to settle in Casual introductions and conversation over dinner A preview of the product or ideas being explored Open discussion and attendee feedback More time to connect with others in the room afterward The product preview is a central part of the event, but it’s not the only reason to come. The community aspect matters just as much. This is a chance to meet others who care deeply about T1D and who may be asking similar questions, facing similar tradeoffs, or looking for better tools and support. Expect thoughtful discussion rather than passive listening. Whether you have strong opinions or are simply curious, there should be room to engage at your own level — from asking a few questions to offering detailed feedback based on lived experience. Why Attend If you’ve ever wished that products for T1D were shaped with more direct input from the people they affect, this event gives you a way to be part of that process. Your perspective can help surface what is actually useful, what feels off, and what needs more clarity before moving forward. There’s also real value in being in a room with people who already understand the context. T1D can be highly personal, highly technical, and often exhausting to explain. At a community-centered event like this, conversations can move faster and go deeper because people are starting from shared ground. You might attend for different reasons, including: To see an early product direction before it becomes final To offer feedback that could influence future decisions To connect with others in the local T1D community To learn how other people think about care, tools, and everyday management To spend an evening in a setting that blends substance with community Even if you’re not sure how much you want to speak up, listening can be just as valuable. You may leave with a clearer view of what’s being built, new relationships in the community, and a stronger sense of where innovation in T1D could go next. Practical Details This is an in-person event in San Francisco, USA, taking place on Thursday, June 18 at 6:00 PM PDT. The format is social and conversational, making it well suited to people who prefer meaningful small-group interaction over a large, formal program. Because dinner is part of the event, plan to arrive ready to settle in and stay for a full evening of discussion and connection. The food-and-drink setting should make the experience feel approachable, while still keeping the focus on the T1D community and the product preview. A few helpful things to keep in mind: This is best for people who want an interactive, in-person experience The evening is likely to combine networking and structured conversation You do not need to come prepared with polished remarks to get value from attending Honest reactions and real-world perspective are likely to be more useful than formal expertise If this topic matters to you, being in the room matters too. San Francisco has no shortage of events, but this one is specifically for people who want community, direct conversation, and a closer role in shaping what the future of T1D support and products can look like.
Who should attend
This event is for people who want to be in the room where real T1D conversations happen — not just hear about decisions after they’ve already been made. - You live with **type 1 diabetes** and want to share your perspective on what actually helps, what creates friction, and what product builders often miss. - You’re a **parent, partner, family member, or caregiver** who understands the daily realities of T1D and wants to contribute that point of view. - You want to **meet others in the San Francisco T1D community** in a setting that feels social, grounded, and easy to talk in. - You’re curious about **new product ideas or early previews** and like giving thoughtful, practical feedback before something is finalized. - You work in or around **health, diabetes care, community building, or product development** and believe better outcomes come from listening closely to the people affected. - You prefer events with **real conversation over formal panels**, where dinner and discussion make it easier to connect naturally. If you care about the future of T1D and want your voice, questions, or lived experience to count, this is likely a strong fit.