Startup Happy Hour: Build Connections and Grow Your Network with Kora CEO Greg Connolly
Startup Happy Hour is back this month with another evening dedicated to connection, collaboration, and community. Join us on Tuesday, October 28 at LogOff Brewing in Rancho Cordova for an inspiring and welcoming event that brings Sacramento’s startup ecosystem together.
Connect, Collaborate, and Share Ideas
Whether you’re a first-time founder, an experienced entrepreneur, or just curious about the startup world, Startup Happy Hour is the place to meet like-minded innovators. Expect a relaxed environment filled with meaningful conversations, opportunities to expand your network, and the chance to meet people who could become your next collaborators, mentors, or business partners.
Enjoy delicious appetizers provided by our sponsor, the City of Rancho Cordova, and connect with fellow entrepreneurs, investors, and community builders who are shaping the future of our region’s innovation economy.
AMA Guest: Greg Connolly, CEO of Kora
This month’s featured guest is Greg Connolly, a seasoned entrepreneur with over two decades of experience launching and scaling successful companies in health, technology, and sustainability.
Greg is best known as the co-founder and former CEO of Trifecta, the nation’s largest organic meal delivery service, which surpassed $500 million in sales under his leadership. Today, he’s leading Kora, a next-generation home energy company transforming how households interact with energy.
During the Ask Me Anything (AMA) session, Greg will share insights from his entrepreneurial journey, lessons learned while building high-growth companies, and his vision for a smarter, greener future. You’ll walk away with actionable advice on scaling ventures, attracting investment, and driving innovation.
About Kora
Kora is redefining home energy with the world’s first grid-tied 4-in-1 system that integrates a smart panel, modular batteries, a hybrid inverter, and the Kora app into a single platform. The technology empowers homeowners to store energy, manage usage at the circuit level, and even sell power directly to wholesale markets. Backed by leading venture investors, Kora’s mission is to make sustainable living seamless, efficient, and profitable.
Wrap-Up
Organized monthly by StartupSac and the Carlsen Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship at Sac State, Startup Happy Hour is more than just an event — it’s where ideas take shape, collaborations are born, and the entrepreneurial spirit thrives. Whether you’re looking to grow your network, gain insights from seasoned founders, or simply be part of Sacramento’s vibrant startup scene, this gathering is the perfect place to start. Don’t miss your chance to connect with inspiring people and become part of a community that’s driving innovation forward.
Event Details
Date: Tuesday, October 28
Time: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Location: LogOff Brewing, 3054 Sunrise Blvd J, Rancho Cordova
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