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San Francisco

San Francisco

Welcome to the San Francisco Chapter of the Chief of Staff Network — where innovation meets operational excellence. Nestled in the heart of the tech capital, our chapter serves Chiefs of Staff across startups, scale-ups, and established companies throughout the Bay Area. Whether you're supporting a founder through hypergrowth or driving strategy at an enterprise, this is your home for connection, community, and professional development.

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We are an invite only community welcoming new members who meet the following criteria.

You are currently a Chief of Staff*
You work in the private sector (non-government)
You’re ready to actively participate in the community
*Your job title should include Chief of Staff in your public profile.
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San Francisco

Connect with senior Chiefs of Staff driving global business leadership.

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San Francisco

Welcome to the San Francisco Chapter of the Chief of Staff Network — where innovation meets operational excellence. Nestled in the heart of the tech capital, our chapter serves Chiefs of Staff across startups, scale-ups, and established companies throughout the Bay Area. Whether you're supporting a founder through hypergrowth or driving strategy at an enterprise, this is your home for connection, community, and professional development.

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The Chief of Staff network has been incredibly helpful for me, and I honestly started seeing immediate value on Day 1 of joining.

The network offers numerous opportunities to further growth, development, and camaraderie - I think it'd be challenging to navigate the CoS role alone without this group of people.

Ali Sardinia

Chief of Staff, Order.co

Chiefs of Staff often operate as a one-person department with limited access to peers. The Chief of Staff Network is an incredible community to find like-minded individuals to brainstorm and problem solve with.

Megan Wendholt

Chief of Staff at Gainsight

Our Chapter Leader

Robyn Smith is the Chapter Lead for the San Francisco Chief of Staff Network. She currently serves as Chief of Staff at Girdley Enterprises, where she drives strategic operations and cross-functional initiatives. With a passion for building community among operational leaders, Robyn brings energy and intentionality to every gathering she hosts. She is dedicated to making the Bay Area chapter a go-to resource for Chiefs of Staff navigating the unique challenges of the tech ecosystem.

Chapter Events

San Francisco Chief of Staff Mixer
Mar 24

San Francisco Chief of Staff Mixer

We’re excited to bring the Chief of Staff Network (COSN) community back together in San Francisco. This in-person mixer is designed to reconnect Chiefs of Staff and senior operators across the Bay Area for an evening of conversation, connection, and community-building. A special thank you to Reuben Torenberg and Robyn Smith for generously hosting and supporting the San Francisco Chief of Staff community. Date & Time: Tuesday, March 24, 2026 · 6:30 PM PT Location: Shared upon confirmation of attendance This informal, in-person gathering will bring together Chiefs of Staff and adjacent operators for relaxed networking and meaningful conversations with peers who understand the unique nature of the role. The evening will follow a light mixer format, with time for open networking and brief remarks, creating space for both new connections and deeper conversations with familiar faces. What to expect: A casual, welcoming mixer environment Meaningful conversations with fellow Chiefs of Staff and operators Light programming and informal discussion Drinks, conversations, and new connections Who is this event for? This meetup is for operators currently serving as Chiefs of Staff, Founders’ Associates, or in similar BizOps, strategy, or operations roles. Please include your current job title and company so we can verify your role and approve your registration. If you’re interested in continuing to build strong relationships within the San Francisco Chief of Staff community, we’d love to have you join us. Spaces are limited to keep the group intimate — please RSVP to save your spot. For more information about the Chief of Staff Network and our upcoming events, programs, conferences, and more, visit: https://www.chiefofstaff.network/

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How the San Francisco Chapter Connects

Our events are intentionally designed to foster trust, insight, and meaningful relationships.

Intimate Dinners

Small group dinners curated by topic or industry to foster deepconnection.

Roundtables

Facilitated discussions on specific challenges Chiefs of Staff face.

Happy Hours

Casual gatherings to meet new members and reconnect with old friends.

1:1 Coffee Chats

We match you with other local members for individual connections.

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