There’s a lot happening for Startups in the Greater Sacramento region! 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
Startup Challenge Spring 2024
Fri-Sun, Mar 1-3, In-person
Find out what it’s like to take a startup from zero to customer in just 48 hours at the Startup Challenge! Read more. Need to know more before you commit to a weekend? Join us Monday, February 19 at 11 AM for an online info session. RSVP for Info Session here.
Sacramento Social Entrepreneurship Summit – Practical Roundtable
Thu, Feb 22, 4:30 – 8:00 PM, In-person in Sacramento
Sacramento State hosts its inaugural Social Entrepreneurship Summit with a roundtable that will unite innovators, scholars, and practitioners for transformative discussions on leveraging entrepreneurship to address societal challenges and drive positive change. Read more.
This Week
1 Million Cups Sacramento with Liminal and BrainScanology
Wed, Feb 21, 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. Read more.
Perspective: Cleantech Open with Ken Hayes
Wed, Feb 21, 9 – 10 AM, Online
Join CleanStart for a chat with Ken Hayes, the force behind the Cleantech Open Accelerator, for an inspiring session on cleantech innovation. Read more.
Big Bang! Workshop: Show Me the Money: Projecting and Presenting Financials
Wed, Feb 21, 5:00 – 6:30 PM, Online
What do potential investors want to see? We will show you how to forecast and present your financials in a way that effectively demonstrates your understanding of the market and the value of your venture. Read more.
Angel Connect Luncheon
Fri, Feb 23, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM, In-person in Sacramento
This event is for accredited investors only who are new to venture investing. Curious about Angel Investing but not sure where to start? Attend to learn about a new program designed to educate, activate, and connect new Angel Investors with our local investment and entrepreneurial community. Read more.
Plan Ahead
Startup Happy Hour
Tue, Feb 27, 5 – 7 PM, In-person in Sacramento
Join StartupSac and the Carlsen Center for a fun evening at Last Stop Saloon in Old Sacramento! Network, relax, & connect with fellow startup enthusiasts! Read more.
1 Million Cups Sacramento LIVE Event at the Roseville Venture Lab!
Wed, Feb 28, 8:30 – 10 AM, In-person in Roseville
It’s time for our once-a-month in-person meetup! It will also be livestreamed for those who can’t make it. Two entrepreneurs present their early-stage businesses to an audience of their peers for advice and feedback. Read more
Smarter Decisions Faster Using Design Sprints – StartupSac Scale Up Seminar
Wed, Mar 6, 5:30 – 7:30 PM, In-person in Sacramento
Learn to make rapid, data-driven decisions using design sprints! JDM of the Right Box will teach you how to accelerate startup success. Read more.
Carlsen Center Lean Startup Bootcamp
Fri-Sat, Mar 16-17, In-person in Sacramento
In this two-day bootcamp, we will cover the foundational tools and mindsets you will need to get your idea off the ground in the leanest fashion. Some of the tools and mindsets we will cover are the Lean Canvas, Value Proposition Canvas, Design Thinking and Testing Business Ideas. Read more.
Applications Open
UC Davis Big Bang! Business Competition
Final Application Deadline February 26 at Noon
The annual Big Bang! Business Competition provides a forum for innovators to collaborate, develop and test business ideas—and compete for cash prizes. Eligible teams must have at least one founder affiliated with a California-based institution of higher education. Read more.
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 February 28. Apply here.
Intro To Lean Startup: NSF I-Corps Method
Apply by March 1 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.
