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 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.
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.
This Week
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
Startup Pitch Workshop
Wed, Feb 28, 5:30 – 7:00 PM, Online
Observe as three startups present their 5-minute startup pitch and receive valuable feedback from our experienced pitch coaches. Organized by Startup Folsom and StartupSac. RSVP here. Interested in presenting? Apply to present at a future session here.
CleanStart Power Up and Green Drinks
Wed, Feb 28, 6 – 8:30 PM, In-person in Sacramento
Get ready to power up and join us for an awesome evening of mingling, drinks, and eco-friendly conversations at Power Up and Green Drinks! Read more.
Plan Ahead
Startup Folsom Monthly AI Meetup
Tue, Mar 5, 6 – 8 PM, In-person in Folsom
Come join out our monthly AI gathering at Granite City Coworking, where we’ll enjoy some pizza while engaging in discussions on AI. 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.
AgStart Learn from a Local
Thu, Mar 7, 5:30 – 7:30 PM, In-person in Woodland
Join us to hear Michael Santiago, CEO of FloraPulse, share his journey of building a profitable international AgTech business. 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
2024 Cleantech Open
Apply by April 14 for 2024 Accelerator
Cleantech Open is the world’s largest cleantech accelerator, providing entrepreneurs and corporate innovators the resources they need to launch and grow successful cleantech businesses. $75 application fee–apply by Feb 29 and only pay $30! Learn 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 March 27. 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.
