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!

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Featured

Startup Happy Hour with JAPA Cofounder and CEO Mathew Magno
Tue, Jan 30, 5 – 7 PM, In-person in Sacramento
Join us for a fun evening at Bear & Crown British Pub 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.
Join an online info session on Jan 30 at Noon to learn more.

This Week

SCORE: Turn Your Dream into Action with the Business Model Canvas
Tue, Jan 23, 10 – 11 AM, Online
Learn how to use the Business Model Canvas to turn your idea into action. This tool allows you to capture the key ingredients of your business idea and how it will work, on a single page using a rigorous, thoughtful process. Read more.

1 Million Cups Sacramento In-Person Event at Bloom in Midtown
Wed, Jan 24, 8:30 – 10 AM, In-person & Online
Join us for our once-a-month in-person meetup where entrepreneurs share their early-stage businesses for advice and feedback. Presenters: Campus Mind and Capital Tuk-Tuk. Hybrid – will also be on zoom. Read more.

Startup Pitch Workshop
Wed, Jan 24, 6:30 – 8:00 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.

NorCal Entrepreneur Hub: Demo and Information Session
Fri, Jan 26, 12 -12:30 PM, Online
The NorCal Entrepreneur Hub is an online platform that enables innovators, startup founders, and small business owners to find and connect with the right resources for their business. Read more.

Plan Ahead

Business Blend: New Ideas for Capitalizing Your Business
Wed, Jan 31, 3 – 4:30 PM, In-person in Roseville
Join the Roseville Venture Lab for a panel discussion where industry experts in cash flow converge to explore unconventional strategies for capitalizing your business. Moderated by Growth Factory Partner Paul Ratner. Read more.

Big Bang! Workshop: Define and Validate Your Business Model
Wed, Jan 31, 5 – 6:30 PM, Online
A new venture’s business model defines how it brings together available technology, market and business opportunities, as well as how it plans to make money—and how much. Tim Keller will discuss how to create a viable business model. Read more.

Biz-Tech Mixer
Thu, Feb 1, 6 – 8 PM, In-person in Sacramento
Biz-Tech Mixer is an evening of open socializing and guided networking for startup founders, software developers, and innovators, fostering genuine connections in a laid-back environment. Read more.

Angel Connect Luncheon
Fri, Feb 2, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM, In-person in Roseville.
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.

Applications Open

Alchemist Microenterprise Academy
Applications Deadline Feb 4
Alchemist Microenterprise Academy is a 12-week business training course designed to make sense of the confusing aspects of starting a food business. The Spring Cohort runs February 27 through May 15. You must attend an information session in order to apply. These sessions are Tuesdays, Jan 23 – Jan 31, 6 – 7 PM and held online. 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.

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.

Intro To Lean Startup: NSF I-Corps Method
Apply by Feb 9  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.