In spite of everything that is dividing us as a nation right now, during our celebration this weekend of 244 years of independence from Great Britain, I hope you spend some time reflecting on what the USA could become if equity, diversity and inclusion are given the priority they deserve.
We hold these truths to be self-evident, that ALL [people] are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.
Let’s not just “hold” these truths — let’s start living them as a nation! To help make that happen locally, consider participating in Compassionate Sacramento’s Community Circles for Startup Founders on Monday, July 13. More details in event listings below.
This bears repeating — If you are looking to move your startup forward, no matter what stage you are at currently, there are some exciting programs going on this summer that you should check out.
Lean Innovator Bootcamp Series, 10-week series
The Lean Innovation Workshop Series uses Lean Startup Methods that get founders where they need to be: in front of customers from Day 1. Attend individual sessions or apply to join the cohort where you will receive more individual attention. The first session was last week but it’s not too late to join the cohort. Session 2 is this Tuesday, June 30.
NSF I-Corps Immersive Short Course
UC Davis Venture Catalyst is collaborating with the NSF I-Corps program to host their Immersive Short Course training for UCD and regional teams with technology innovations. Apply by July 3. Online sessions taking place on July 20, 22, & 27.
Cowo Campus Online Accelerator Application
Cowo Campus, in partnership with the SBDC Finance Center, is relaunching its accelerator to be completely online and open to all businesses. Apply by July 10. One candidate will be awarded $10,000.
FourthWave Women-Led Tech Startup Accelerator
FourthWave is open to technology companies with at least one female or female-identified founder. The accelerator dedicates an equal effort to leadership awareness and coaching, the development of sound startup business fundamentals and a preparedness for external funding. The application deadline has been extended to July 15. Cohort begins in August.
Plan Ahead
Growth Marketing w/ Dave Scott: Entrepreneur & Fortune 500 CMO, Tue, Jul 7 at 12 PM
Join Moneta Ventures for a fireside chat with Dave Scott, serial CMO, entrepreneur, and Twitter’s Global Head of Business Marketing, as he shares startup stories, winning marketing strategies, how to think about key early marketing hires, and six exits worth of insights into what acquiring companies really want. Moneta Ventures’ Sabya Das and Entrepreneur/former-VC Oleg Kaganovich will moderate this interactive session.
Missing in person startup events? Join the StartupSac Community Facebook Group. It’s where startup founders and those who support the growth of our startup ecosystem can connect and exchange ideas.
Although it’s something of a holiday week there is still some activity going on –check out the details in this week’s Startup Digest. If you want to submit items for consideration, use this link. And for even more startup information, happenings and resources, visit the StartupSac Website.
