We just a couple of weeks left to 2024, there isn’t a lot going on. But for the die hards, there are still some opportunities to hone your startup craft! We’ve curated a short list below; for a full listing of everything that’s going on this week and next, check out this week’s Startup Digest! While you’re there, you can sign up to receive the digest in your inbox every Monday morning!
Featured
Sacramento Entrepreneurship Academy
Application deadline extended, Cohort starts Jan 2024
SEA is a real-world business program designed to fast track participants on the road to entrepreneurship. Sessions are in-person on Saturday mornings in Sacramento. Program runs January to May. Let them know you learned about it from StartupSac! Apply here.
CleanStart CEO Crash Course
Apply by Dec 24, Starts Jan 16, Hybrid – In-person & Virtual
Want to learn how to operate your business as a real CEO? The CEO Crash Course is designed for early-stage clean tech companies with existing business plans and provides intensive training with peer and expert feedback. Learn more.
This Week
1 Million Cups Sacramento with Civic Duty Wellness
Wed, Dec 20, 9-10 AM, Online
A weekly Zoom meetup where entrepreneurs present their early-stage businesses to an audience of their peers for advice and feedback. Presenter: Civic Duty Wellness digitalizes college resources, offering a one-stop platform accessible year-round. With personalized filters and machine learning, students can save resources and receive tailored suggestions. Read more.
SCORE: Sounding Board Workshop
Tue, Dec 19, 10 AM – 12 PM, In-person at SBA District Office in Citrus Heights
The Sounding Board is a small group (3-5 participants) workshop where you’ll get guidance or feedback on any issues or challenges you face in growing your existing business or getting your new business off to a fast start. Read more.
Sacramento GameDev Drinkup
Thu, Dec 21, 8 PM, In-person in Sacramento
This group will meets every 3rd Thursday of the month, to talk about making video games. This is for current industry folks, those looking to enter the industry, those who have left the industry but still interested in talking about it, or really anyone who wants to talk about the development of video games in general. Read more.
Plan Ahead
SacTech Social Jingle Bells
Thu, Dec 28, 6 PM, In-person
Sleigh bells ring, are ya listening, at Hop Gardens, nerds are drinking! Erm, ok, that didn’t really rhyme. But that’s OK, come out to a special winter holiday edition of SacTech Social! Read more.
Learn from a Local: Ali Wing, CEO of Oobli
Thu, Jan 4, 5:30 – 7:30 PM, In-person in Woodland
Join AgStart to hear Ali Wing, CEO of Oobli, a pioneer in sweet proteins, share her firm’s journey to replace sugar and improve human health. Read more.
Applications Open
Build Up Rocklin Small Business Accelerator
Apply by January 7
Build Up Rocklin is a Growth Factory program in partnership with the City of Rocklin to support innovation, growth, and sustainability within established Rocklin businesses. Learn more.
UC Law SF Startup Legal Garage
Apply Now for Free Legal Assistance!
Startup Legal Garage is currently accepting applications for its free legal assistance program aimed at supporting startups. Applications accepted on a rolling basis until all spots are full. To apply, visit Startup Legal Garage to learn more and apply here.
Startup Pitch Workshop
Applications Open, Happens Last Wed of the Month Online
Three startups present their investment pitch for advice and feedback from a panel of experts. Organized by StartupSac and Startup Folsom. Next open slots January 24. Apply here.
Intro To Lean Startup: NSF I-Corps Method
Apply by Jan 5 for next session, Online
Transform your innovative technology into a startup! Online course sessions are held online for three days from 5-8 PM. This program is offered monthly. Learn more.
Connect
Looking to connect with others? Join the StartupSac Community Facebook Group! Startup founders and those who support the growth of our startup community connect and exchange ideas in this private moderated group.
Resources
Check out the StartupSac Website for information on resources available to help entrepreneurs grow their businesses. Also check out the NorCal Entrepreneur Hub. From capital to connections and training to talent, find the resources you need to build your business in NorCal.
