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

Sacramento Entrepreneurship Academy
Last Chance!, Cohort starts mid-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.

This Week

Startup Folsom AI Meetup
Tue, Jan 9, 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.

1 Million Cups Sacramento with Sustainable Energy and Mechfi
Wed, Jan 10, 9 – 10 AM, Online
A weekly meetup where founders present their early-stage businesses to an audience of their peers for advice and feedback. Read more.

Startup Folsom’s Beer & Geeks
Thu, Jan 11, 6 – 9 PM, In-person in Folsom
If you love startups or have a startup idea, then come mingle with like minded people. Make a connection and this could be the seeds for the next big thing. Held monthly at the Fat Rabbit. Read more.

Plan Ahead

Energize Your Startup With Your Personal Brand
Tue, Jan 16, 6 – 8 PM, In-person in Sacramento and livestreamed
This thought-provoking session will provide you with key insights on how to promote your startup by building your personal brand. Read more.

The Startup Product Playbook
Wed, Jan 17, 5:30 – 7:00 PM, Online
Join an interactive webinar where you’ll learn how to design products that customers just can’t resist. We’ll provide the tools, technique, and process necessary to go from early data to a beat-down-your-door product with an experience that wows. Read more.

Circular Economy Innovation Competition – Info Session
Thu, Jan 18, 10 – 10:30 AM, Online
Join the Carlsen Center to learn more about the 2024 Circular Economy Innovation Competition! $20,000 in prize money up for grabs! Read more

Applications Open

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.

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.