There’s a lot going on this week! 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
Apply to the Spark Venture Competition
Apply by Oct 27, Contest on Nov 15
Application are open for the Spark Venture Competition! This competion is open to for-profit and social ventures in the Greater Sacramento region. Hosted by the Calsen Center at Sac State, there is a $20,000 prize pool. Learn more.
This Week
UC Davis Big Bang! Kickoff
Tue, Oct 17, 5 – 8 PM, In-person in Davis
Join UCD as they launch the 24th annual UC Davis Big Bang! Business Competition and workshop series! The Big Bang! provides a forum for innovators to collaborate, develop and test business ideas—and move from concept to company. Note: Competing teams must have at least one founder affiliated with a California-based institution of higher education. Read more.
Non-Equity Funding Strategies For Startups and Small Business
Tue, Oct 17, 6:15 – 7:45 PM, In-person in Elk Grove
Need funds for your startup or small business? Learn from the SBA about non-equity funding options & what lenders seek in your business loan application. Hosted by InnoGrove. Read more.
CHOOSE FOLSOM: NCID Pitch Night
Thu, Oct 19, 5 – 6:30 PM, In-person in Folsom
Join the Northern California Innovation District the 3rd Thursday of every month to hear from local start-ups that have opportunities to invest early and mid stage. Read more.
Sac Valley SBDC: One-Day Patents Boot Camp
Thu, Oct 19, 9 AM – 5 PM, In-person inSacramento
Do you have an idea for an invention? Join a U.S. Patent and Trademark Representative for a One-Day No-Cost Patents Boot Camp. Read more.
Sac Valley SBDC: One-Day Trademarks Bootcamp
Fri, Oct 20, 9 AM – 5 PM, In-person in Sacramento
Come and learn the best way to grow your business and protect your brand. Join a trademark attorney from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office for a One-Day No-Cost Trademarks Boot Camp. Read more.
Plan Ahead
Qualifying for SBIR and STTR Grants
Wed, Oct 25, 9 to 10:30 AM, Online
Learn how to access grant funding through the Small Business Innovation Research and Technology Transfer programs which encourage small businesses to engage in research and development with the potential for commercialization. Read more.
Carlsen Center’s 2-Session IP Bootcamp
Part 1, Thu, Oct 26, 12 – 1 PM, Online
Part 2, Fri, Oct 27, 12 – 1 PM, Online
We’ll discuss the various forms of intellectual property while providing you with case studies to explore the various ways to protect your innovations. We’ll cover Trade Secrets, Copyrights, Trademarks, and Patents. Read more.
Big Bang! Workshop: Starting Something That Matters
Thu, Oct 26, 5 – 7 PM, Online
Join Joe DiNunzio, of the UCD Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, for an intro to the most important skill any entrepreneur needs: the ability to build a network around their ideas. Additionally, an attorney will address the concept and concerns surrounding intellectual property (IP), often a new venture’s first tangible asset. Read more
Application Deadlines
Sacramento Entreprenership Academy
Apply by Nov 17, Cohort starts 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. Apply here.
Startup Pitch Workshop
Applications Open, Happens Last Wed of the Month Online
Three startups present their pitch for advice and feedback from a panel of experts. Organized by StartupSac and Startup Folsom. Next open slots are Oct 25. Apply here.
CleanStart CEO Crash Course
Apply by Dec 24, Starts Jan 16, In-person & Virtual
Want to learn how to operate your business as a real CEO? The CEO Crash Course is designed for early-stage clean tech companies with existing business plans and provides intensive training with peer and expert feedback. Learn more.
Intro To Lean Startup: NSF I-Corps Method
Ongoing, Apply by Oct 20 for November 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.
