There’s a lot going on this week and next for entrepreneurs and startup founders. 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 with Trifecta Nutrition President Elizabeth Connolly
Tue, Oct 29. 5 – 7 PM, In-person in Sacramento
Join fellow entrepreneurs for an evening of networking and conversation. Connect with peers, exchange ideas, and hear from Elizabeth Connolly, President of Trifecta Nutrition, in an Ask Me Anything session. Expand your startup network and enjoy the atmosphere! Read more.
GrowTECH FEST 2024
Wed, Nov 6, 9 AM – 7 PM, In-person in Chico
GTF2024, organized by ChicoSTART and GrowTECH, gathers startup founders, entrepreneurs, investors, and students from Northern California. The event includes a full day of inspiration, motivation, and innovative insights to boost the region’s tech and entrepreneurial ecosystem. Read more.
This Week
1 Million Cups Sacramento with Hatchtracker
Wed, Oct 30, 9 – 10 AM, Online
Join 1 Million Cups Sacramento this Wednesday to hear from HatchTracker, a mobile inventory and client management tool for gamebird producers. Engage in a virtual community, offer feedback, and support local entrepreneurship on Zoom. Read more.
Sac Valley SBDC: Amazon Seller Central: Unlock the Potential of Selling on Amazon!
Wed, Oct 30, 12 – 1 PM, Online
Thinking about selling on Amazon or ready to take your eCommerce business to the next level? Join our Amazon Seller Central Webinar and gain the knowledge and tools you need to confidently navigate the platform. Read more.
Plan Ahead
Catalyzing Growth 4-part Series: The Path to Product Market Fit
Tue, Nov 5, 12 – 2 PM, Online
Follow on sessions same time on Nov 7, 12 & 14
In partnership with Tech Futures Group through the Sacramento Entrepreneurial Growth Alliance – Accelerate CA Hub, this four-part series kicks off with an in-depth session on customer discovery and validation. Participants will gain essential tools for confirming product-market fit, with three additional sessions on MVP development, go-to-market strategies, and fundraising essentials. Read more.
Folsom AI Meet Up Featuring Plum Identity Cofounder
Wed, Nov 6, 6 – 8 PM, In-person in Folsom
Startup Grind Sacramento, in collaboration with Startup Folsom and Granite City Coworking, invites attendees to their recurring AI Meetup at Granite City Coworking. This relaxed evening includes pizza and informal discussions on all things AI. Featured speaker Jon Coss, cofounder of Plum Identity, will share insights on using machine learning to reduce online fraud. Read more.
Sac Valley SBDC Capital Summit: Prepare Your Business for Funding in 2025
Thu, Nov 7, 1 – 4 PM, In-person in Citrus Heights
Join us for the Sacramento Valley SBDC Capital Summit, featuring a panel of traditional and non-traditional lenders sharing insights on how small businesses can access capital. Discover strategies, resources, and connections to fuel your growth! Read more.
How Becoming a Mom While Launching My Startup Helped Us Grow
Tue, Nov 12, 5 – 7 PM, In-person in Elk Grove
Join InnoGrove’s Women in Tech event featuring Rebecca Nguyen, CEO of ValleyMatch, as she shares her journey from finance to tech entrepreneurship. Gain insights into her unique path, balancing startup life and motherhood, and lessons from growing ValleyMatch. Read more.
Application Deadlines
Sacramento Entrepreneurship Academy (SEA)
Applications Open for 2025 Cohort
Open to professionals, entrepreneurs, and students, the SEA offers hands-on business education, mentorship from industry leaders, and a dynamic curriculum designed to accelerate your career and launch your business. Learn More/Apply
Intro To Lean Startup: NSF I-Corps Method
Apply by November 15 for Next Session
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.
