NorCal Entrepreneur Hub

You know what would be a great was to start the week? If you are in the #Sacramento region, you should consider applying for the Site Director role for Connect Labs by Wexford that will be part of #AggieSquare. I've been in a very active recruiting mode the past few months. I can tell you that Wexford Science & Technology, LLC is a great place to work, and, while I am biased, my team is the absolute BEST! I'll tag a few folks who I know have reach in the Sacramento area: Louis Stewart, Kelly Fong Rivas, George Baxter, Cameron R. Law, Mary McVeigh, Sumiko Hong, John Marx https://lnkd.in/gQhSkSEj

🌟 Discover the NorCal Entrepreneur Hub!🌟 Are you an #innovator, #startup #founder, or small business owner? The NorCal Entrepreneur Hub is here to help you thrive! Our platform is designed to connect you with the right resources to elevate your business, including investors, universities, mentoring programs, networking groups, training programs, and more. 🔍 As a user, you can: 1. Access Events: Stay updated on events happening across the innovation and entrepreneurial ecosystem. 2.*Explore Resources: Utilize curated organizations and resources tailored to your needs. 3. Promote Opportunities: Showcase job openings and access a regional talent pool to join your team. Join our vibrant community and take your business to the next level! 📢 Sign up for FREE today! 👉 Join the NorCal Entrepreneur Hub - https://lnkd.in/gBikeAnf #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #StartupGrowth #Networking #BusinessResources #NorCalEntrepreneurHub #CarlsenCenter Sacramento Entrepreneurial Growth Alliance StartupSac Growth Factory Greater Sacramento Economic Council Valley Vision National Black Entrepreneurs Project AgStart CleanStart MedStart Sacramento Asian Pacific Chamber of Commerce Sacramento Black Chamber of Commerce Sacramento Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Sierra College American River College Sacramento Valley SBDC Cameron R. Law Laura Good Monique Brown Troels Adrian Nick Guptil DaSean Spencer Trish Kelly Evan Schmidt Rich Foreman John Selep Thomas Hall Gary Simon Amy Schulz, PhD, MBA Chris Horton Rachel Zillner

🚀 Calling All Early-Stage Entrepreneurs! 🚀 Are you ready to take your #startup to the next level? Apply now for The Lean Innovator program, a 10-week cohort designed to support pre-seed startups in gaining #traction with their #customers. 🌟 🗓️ Program Dates: August 16th/17th to October 23rd  🕒 Virtual Meetings: Wednesdays, 12 to 2 pm Our comprehensive program kicks off with an in-person Launch Weekend at the Carlsen Center and wraps up with an exciting in-person Demo Day. Throughout the 10 weeks, you'll engage in: 🔹 Customer Profile Development 🔹 Customer Interviews 🔹 Market Niche Research (SOM) 🔹 Value Proposition Design 🔹 Testing & Assumptions Mapping 🔹 Pitching 🔹 Prototyping We provide the tools and guidance you need to systematically de-risk your startup and build a solid foundation. By the end of the course, you'll be able to clearly articulate: ✅ What your startup is ✅ Who it’s for ✅ What it does From crafting a compelling product statement to delivering a one-minute pitch and creating a pitch deck, we’ve got you covered. Plus, you'll gain a supportive network of peers who will continue to back you long after the cohort ends. 📝 Apply by July 28th and join a community of passionate founders. 👉 Apply Now: https://lnkd.in/gaE3DzJQ Let’s turn your startup dreams into reality! #StartupSuccess #Entrepreneurship #LeanInnovator #ApplyNow #Innovation #StartupGrowth #entrepreneurs #innovation StartupSac Growth Factory Startup Folsom Sacramento Entrepreneurial Growth Alliance NorCal Entrepreneur Hub Greater Sacramento Economic Council FourthWave.io Sacramento Entrepreneurship Academy Sacramento Asian Pacific Chamber of Commerce Sacramento Black Chamber of Commerce Sacramento Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Sacramento Valley SBDC CleanStart AgStart 1 Million Cups Sacramento Laura Good Christina G. Nikki Sims Rich Foreman Nick Guptil Jasmine Ward DaSean Spencer Arlene J. Miranda Jessie Becker Alexander Brian K. Gladden, DBA May Chinavanichkit

Join us for a deep dive into an #AI SaaS (Software as a Service) product with Jonas Willaredt, a backend and Android developer from Berlin who is now creating a conversational AI startup and looking for people to join. In this presentation, Jonas will showcase the software architecture and technologies used to build a Video-AI-SaaS backend that is: - cloud-provider-agnostic - highly scalable - low latency - low cost We hope this session will provide inspiration for your next technology product. Sign up to join us here: https://lnkd.in/gvsFThRP #AI #startup #aistartup #innovation #entrepreneurship #tech #techmeetup #Sacramento #SacTown #SWE #meetup Arefin Huq Obi Baratt Mark Takata Corbin Crutchley Tim Schafer Garrett Gillett Laura Good Kevan Shafizadeh, Ph.D., P.E. John D. Enrique De La Torre Ritchie M. Huy Dao Gavin Garcia DaSean Spencer Nick Guptil Rafael A.C.D. Gacel-Sinclair May Chinavanichkit

NorCal AngelCon applications for startups are now live. June 1st deadline. Apply here: https://lnkd.in/geSRiTNw We are seeking a diverse set of companies to be considered for $100K in funding via a competitive application and pitch process that will culminate in an AngelCon showcase and funding announcement during Global Entrepreneurship Week in November. Startups must: • Demonstrate a completed proof of concept with an MVP and/or early revenue. • Have potential for scalability and high growth. • Have a team with the ability to execute. • Be based in the Greater Sacramento CA or affiliated with the Carlsen Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship or its partners. Learn more at www.norcalangelcon.com This new program and opportunity is brought to you by the Carlsen Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship in partnership with the Growth Factory through the Sacramento Entrepreneurial Growth Alliance funded in part by the California Office of the Small Business Advocate's (CalOSBA) Accelerate CA program. Mark Haney Rick Spencer Nikki Sims Ian DeWeerdt Jay Ezzell Monique Brown Cameron R. Law John Selep John Peters Troels Adrian Rachel Zillner Aaron Mondell Anderson Cheryl Beninga Wayne Wiley Donna “BasicTaq” Walters, MBA Laura Good Phil Scott Rich Foreman

Are you a #startup #founder and looking to access organizations that can support you in your #journey? Check out this amazing FREE regional resource, the NorCal Entrepreneur Hub! This dynamic resource #hub enables innovators, startup founders, and small business owners to find and #connect with the right resources for their business, including #investors, universities, #mentoring programs, networking groups, training programs, and more. Check out the resource here: https://lnkd.in/gpXnZ2jA Create your FREE profile today and begin connecting to resources and programs! The events portal is busting at the seams with opportunities. #resourcehub #startupecosystem #norcalehub #Sacramento #startupresources Sacramento Entrepreneurial Growth Alliance StartupSac Growth Factory Sierra College Startup Folsom Sacramento Entrepreneurship Academy FourthWave.io National Black Entrepreneurs Project UC Davis Venture Catalyst UC Davis Student Startup Center UC Davis Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship Sacramento Valley SBDC California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA) 1 Million Cups Sacramento MinervaVerse Sacramento Asian Pacific Chamber of Commerce Sacramento Black Chamber of Commerce Sacramento Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Greater Sacramento Economic Council City of Sacramento City of Roseville City of Rancho Cordova City of Elk Grove City of West Sacramento City of Citrus Heights City of Folsom Choose Folsom

Celebrate the start of #capitalregionsmallbusinessweek in community with like-minded small business champions. Organized by StartupSac and the SBA Sacramento District Office.  The Resource Expo and Kickoff is sponsored by the City of Rancho Cordova and will be held at Frequency Coworking & Events on Monday, April 29th, from 4:30 - 7:00pm. - Meet 30 organizations from across the Capital Region that provide assistance & resources to small businesses in a range of industries   - Learn about Capital Region Small Business Week events - Share your business journey with fellow entrepreneurs If your organization provides support to small business owners, entrepreneurs and startup founders and you are interested in having a table at the expo, please submit an application here: https://lnkd.in/giCtVwNH. No selling of goods or services is allowed at the Expo. Preference will be given to nonprofit and government organizations. Register to attend here: https://lnkd.in/gjSJUzuB #capitalregionsmallbusinessweek is powered by SMUD #businesscommunity #smallbusinessresources #smallbusinessupport #entrepreneurs #smallbusinessowner #connect #learn #thrivetogether StartupSac California Capital Financial Development Corporation Sacramento County Sacramento Valley SBDC City of Sacramento Better Business Bureau serving Northeast California California Hispanic Chambers of Commerce

🚀 Don't Miss Out on This Week's Exciting Events! 🌟 1. Mentor Sprint - May 1st after 1 Million Cups Sacramento: Calling all early-stage entrepreneurs! Get ready for a unique opportunity to receive expert advice and forge connections with mentors from across the Sacramento region. It's like speed dating, but for entrepreneurs and mentors. Join us for 90 minutes of guidance, networking, and inspiration! 2. Building Technical Success Through Improved Collaboration & Communication led by #SacJS: Calling all tech enthusiasts! Join us for a high-level, process-based talk on improving collaboration and communication in the tech industry. Learn from industry experts Mai Moua V. and Mark Takata how to build strong connections with your colleagues, customers, and community. 3. BizTech Mixer: Calling all startup founders and developers! Join us for a casual evening of pizza, beer, and networking at a Sacramento venue. No sales pitches—just genuine conversations and meaningful connections. Come be a part of something special! Ready to elevate your entrepreneurial journey and expand your network? Don't miss these incredible events! Click the link below for more details. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eU_DYXKH #Entrepreneurship #TechTalk #Networking #SacramentoEvents StartupSac Sacramento Entrepreneurial Growth Alliance Sacramento Entrepreneurship Academy NorCal Entrepreneur Hub Sacramento Valley SBDC California Capital Financial Development Corporation Sacramento Asian Pacific Chamber of Commerce Sacramento Black Chamber of Commerce Sacramento Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

Join us for Mentor Sprint during Capital Small Business Week, a dynamic event by StartupSac and the Carlsen Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship on May 1st, 10:30 AM - 12 PM. Get expert advice, network with mentors, and ignite your entrepreneurial spirit in just 90 minutes! For #Entrepreneurs: Gain insights, expand your network, and receive tailored advice. Register now! For #Mentors: Make a lasting impact, network with peers, and contribute to the community. Sign up today! Don't miss this opportunity to accelerate your business growth! Check out the blog by #StartupSac and Sign up today: https://lnkd.in/gf5ajHdP The Carlsen Center Mentor Network is powered by the California Bank of Commerce! We are grateful for your support #SmallBusinessWeek #MentorSprint #Entrepreneurship #Networking Sacramento Entrepreneurial Growth Alliance Sacramento Valley SBDC Growth Factory NorCal Entrepreneur Hub Startup Folsom AgStart 1 Million Cups Sacramento SMUD CleanStart SBA Sacramento District Office California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA) FourthWave.io Sacramento Entrepreneurship Academy California State University-Sacramento Sacramento State College of Business Administration Sacramento State EMBA Laura Good Arlene J. Miranda Cameron R. Law Rich Foreman Franklin Burris, MPA 🍷Christy S. Josh David Miller Thomas Hall Gary Simon Oksana Zubrytska SiewYee Lee Alexandra Orzeck, MBA May Chinavanichkit Nikki Sims Monique Brown Jessie Becker Alexander Brian K. Gladden, DBA Cheng Wang Nathan (Nam Kyoon) Kim

I got to chat with two leaders from Indiana University Bloomington and the Carlsen Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship who are leading the charge in regional economic development by investing in valuable resources for student entrepreneurs. In a recent webinar, Julie Heath and Cameron R. Law shared their insights on how universities can offer a unique platform for long-term ecosystem building. 🏫 As Julie pointed out, “If you are developing a new material or method for solving a complex problem, to go from hunch to first customer might take 10 or 11 years. A university is one of the few organizations that can operate on that extended timeline and play the long game.” Building bridges between university resources and external entities can enhance the flow of knowledge, funding, and support, which all adds up to a more cohesive and effective ecosystem. But the real magic? It’s found through storytelling. By communicating success stories and showcasing data-driven impacts, we can inspire stakeholders - from entrepreneurs to policymakers - to rally behind ecosystem building. Check out my recap here: #EcosystemIntelligence #Entrepreneurship #EconomicDevelopment #Students