Remember Kilcknation? Mark Otero’s gaming startup that was acquired by Electronic Arts in 2011 for an estimated $35 million? Mark worked for EA after the acquisition but in December left to pursue his next dream. Are you wondering what happens after your company is acquired and you’re an employee instead of the boss? Or how an entrepreneur gets his groove back after working for the man for a few years? Well then, you won’t want to miss Startup Grind this Tuesday where Mark will be the guest for a fireside chat! If you register today, you’ll save $5 and you’ll save even more with promo code “startupdigest.”
Innovation & Ideation
If it’s not on your bucket list, it should be! Get yourself to TEDx Sacramento this Friday! Worth. Every. Dime! If you need to get out of an innovation rut, there’s no better way to stimulate your creative energy! And there’s even some fuel for tech enthusiasts — Brogan BamBrogan, Co-Founder and Chief Technical Officer of Hyperloop Technologies is one of the speakers. Talks on big data and autonomous vehicles are also on the agenda. See you there?
Funding
Would a research grant help fund your startup? Don’t miss the opportunity to learn how to apply for NSF & SBIR funding! This 4-session workshop offered by UC Davis Venture Catalyst could be the difference between success and failure for your idea. Get off your arse and learn how to write a grant proposal!
Application Deadlines
Feb 12 UC Davis Big Bang!
Feb 18 Startup Hustle
