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
Pirates in the Navy: Building a Worldclass Innovation Company
Wed, Sep 6, 10 – 11 AM, Online
Join the Carlsen Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship to discover the secrets of building a culture of innovation with author and innovation expert, Tendayi Viki. In “Pirates in the Navy,” Tendayi explores innovative strategies and mindsets for fostering creativity and disruption within organizations. Drawing inspiration from pirates, he reveals valuable lessons applicable to any industry, empowering individuals and businesses to navigate uncharted waters. Read more.
1 Million Cups Sacramento with whereEV
Wed, Sep 6, 9 – 10 AM, Online
A weekly Zoom meetup where entrepreneurs present their early-stage businesses to an audience of their peers for advice and feedback. Read more.
Makehers Pre-Accelerator Maker Bootcamp
Apply by Sep 6, Program begins Oct 1.
The MAKEHERS Fall Bootcamp is a two-week transformative journey designed specifically for underserved women in Sacramento. Tailored for budding entrepreneurs eager to bring their business visions to life, the program delves into various facets of business and making. Note: MUST LIVE IN UNINCORPORATED SACRAMENTO COUNTY TO PARTICIPATE. Learn more/apply
Plan Ahead
Testing Business Ideas with David Bland
Tue, Sep 12, 12 – 1 PM, Online
Join the Carlsen Center in learning how to test your business ideas with the author of Testing Business Ideas and Founder & CEO of Precoil, David Bland! Read more.
1 Million Cups Sacramento In-Person at InnoGrove
Wed, Sep 13, 8:30 – 10 AM, In-Pereson in Elk Grove
Join us for our once-a-month in-person meetup where entrepreneurs share their early-stage businesses for advice and feedback. Read more.
Startup Folsom’s Beer & Geeks
Thu, Sep 14, 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
Growth Factory’s GFX 2023
Thu, Oct 5, All Day, In-Person in Roseville
Use code GFXFOUNDER for deeply discounted admission
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
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
CleanStart CEO Crash Course
Apply by Oct 1, Starts Oct 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 Sep 15 for October 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.
