Happy Independence Day Week! Welcome to the second slowest time of the year for startup events (Christmas week is the slowest)! There are a few things happening this week if you’re jonesing for a meetup. Things pick up again next week. I’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!
This Week’s Best Bets
Made Studio Makers Market: First Friday
Fri, Jul 7, 5 – 9 PM, In-person in Sacramento
Enjoy yourself! Join Made Studio for an evening of fun at their Maker Market: First Friday event at Made Studio. Discover an awesome line up of vendors, enter the raffle giveaway, get creative at the maker station, grab some snacks, and if you haven’t been here get a tour! Read more
Build Your MVP without a Technical Cofounder
Wed, Jul 5, 10 – 11:30 AM, Online
Would you like to learn how to build your MVP without writing a line of code? Join us for an insightful event featuring seasoned technology experts sharing their experiences and knowledge. Our host Rodrig Naska successfully built and launched over 30 digital products using No Code platforms. He will introduce his systematic frameworks, and anyone seeking actionable product development tips and guidance for building an MVP is invited. Read more.
The Inclusivity Project Training Programs
Jul – Aug, Various Dates, Online
Unlock your entrepreneurial potential and join a community of successful Black and African American entrepreneurs through the Inclusivity Project. The upcoming business courses, designed for new and scaling business owners, provide you with the tools and knowledge needed to succeed. Learn More
Plan Ahead
Port Labs Presents: Intro to Crowdfunding
Tue, Jul 11, 3 – 4 PM, Online
Successful crowdfunding campaigns provide the perfect opportunity to build up a loyal base of diehard fans while securing early capital you can use to make great products a reality. Read more.
How to Find the Right Market for Your Innovation
Wed, Jul 12, 10:30 – 11:30 AM, Online
Discover how founders can overcome the challenge of market focus. Join our talk on the Market Opportunity Navigator—a framework that helps prioritize opportunities. Learn a structured approach, see a case study, and access supporting materials for confident strategic decisions. Part of the Carlsen Center Summer Series. Read more.
Beer & Geeks
Thu, Jul 13, 6 – 9 PM, In-person in Folsom
Startup Folsom hosts this startup networking event at The Fat Rabbit. Love startups or have a startup idea? Come mingle with like minded people. Make a connection and this could be the seeds for the next big thing! Read more.
Growth Factory’s GFX 2023
Thu, Oct 5, All Day, In-Person in Roseville
EARLY BIRD PRICING EXPIRES JUNE 30!
Growth Factory’s annual venture conference & startup showcase brings together the most talented and innovative minds from the Greater Sacramento, Northern CA region and beyond to connect, learn, and support great startups and to build a robust startup ecosystem together. Read more.
GROWTECH FEST 2023
Wed-Thu, Oct 11-12, In-person in Chico
LAUNCH PRICiNG EXPIRES June 30 – Save 60%!
Presented by ChicoSTART and Powered by Build with Ferguson, GrowTECH FEST is the largest and only entrepreneurial tech conference you will find north of Sacramento. The event brings together startups, investors, entrepreneurs, techies, students, educators, business owners and community leaders. Read more.
Application Deadlines
Carlsen Center’s Lean Innovator
Apply by July 28, Happens Aug 12 – Oct 12
A 10-week-long cohort program supporting pre-seed startups in gaining traction with their customers. The program will be a mix of in-person and virtual meetings. Learn more. Apply here.
Startup Pitch Workshop
Applications Open, Happens 4th Wed of the Month, Online
Three startups present their pitch for advice and feedback from a panel of experts. Organized by StartupSac, Startup Folsom and NCID. Next open slots are Jul 26. Apply here.
Intro To Lean Startup: NSF I-Corps Method
Ongoing
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. Read 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.
Startup Photo of the Week
June’s Startup Happy Hour at Drink EEZY in the Rancho Cordova Barrel District.
