Building a startup is easier when you are surrounded by people who understand the journey. Join StartupSac and the Carlsen Center on Tuesday, June 23, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Roseville Venture Lab for Startup Happy Hour, a casual networking event for founders, entrepreneurs, small business owners, and innovators.
A Space for Founders and Entrepreneurs
Startup Happy Hour is designed to bring the startup community together in a relaxed setting. There are no formal pitches or presentations required. Instead, the evening gives attendees space to meet new people, share ideas, ask questions, and build relationships.
Whether you are launching your first business, growing an existing company, or exploring a new idea, this event is a chance to connect with others who are also building something.
AMA Guest: Rick Spencer
This month’s AMA guest is Rick Spencer, Managing Partner of Growth Factory Ventures.
Rick has spent more than 20 years working with early stage companies, startup teams, and major organizations. Today, he leads portfolio development for more than 60 companies through Growth Factory Ventures, supporting founders across sectors such as Enterprise AI, Cloud Infrastructure, GovTech, Clean Energy, Health, Food, and the Future of Work.
During the AMA, Rick will share insight on startup growth, team building, fundraising, and what founders should understand when preparing to scale. Attendees will also have the opportunity to ask questions and learn from his experience supporting high-growth startups.
About Growth Factory Ventures
Growth Factory Ventures is an early-stage Venture Capital Fund with an in-house Venture Studio, built by founders for founders. Combining capital, operator experience, and a proprietary Venture Operating System, GFV leverages the Backyard Advantage to engineer wins and help move companies from signal to scale.
Why Attend
Startup Happy Hour gives entrepreneurs a simple way to get connected to the local startup ecosystem. You may meet a future collaborator, mentor, customer, or founder facing the same challenges you are working through.
Appetizers and beverages will be provided, making it easy to relax, start conversations, and meet people in a welcoming environment.
Event Details
Date: Tuesday, June 23, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM PDT
Location: Roseville Venture Lab, 316 Vernon St STE 110, Roseville, CA 95678
Your Hosts and Sponsor
Startup Happy Hour is organized monthly by StartupSac and the Carlsen Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship. This event is sponsored by the City of Roseville.
Wrap Up
No founder builds alone. Startup Happy Hour is an opportunity to meet people who can offer ideas, encouragement, feedback, and new connections. If you are building a business or thinking about starting one, join us in Roseville on June 23 and get connected to the people helping shape the region’s startup community.
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