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-Tech Connect
Mon, Jun 9, 5:30 – 7:30 PM, In-person in Sacramento
Join founders, tech pros, and innovators for casual networking, guided conversations, and community building over pizza and beer. Hosted at Hop Garden on Franklin Blvd. Read more.
Pitch Elk Grove is Back!
Applications Due Monday, June 23
Applications are now open for Northern California’s premier startup pitch competition, offering $20,000 in total prize money. Open to tech startups based in El Dorado, Nevada, Placer, Sacramento, San Joaquin, Sutter, Yolo, or Yuba County, this high-impact event connects founders with investors, mentors, and community leaders. Finalists will pitch live on September 4 in Elk Grove. Apply now.
Startup Business Training for Del Paso Heights
Applications Due Friday, June 13
StartupSac is offering a free 12-week entrepreneur training program this summer for residents of Del Paso Heights who are ready to turn their startup idea into a real business. Participants will meet weekly starting July 9 and gain hands-on guidance, mentorship, and tools to launch their venture. Space is limited, and applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Apply now
This Week
Drop-in 1-on-1 Office Hours with Growth Factory EIRs
Tue, Jun 3, 1:00 – 3:00 PM, In-person in Roseville
Got a startup idea or early-stage business? Book time with Growth Factory’s Entrepreneurs-in-Residence for tailored guidance and resource connections. Registration required. Read more.
Business 101: Introduction to Entrepreneurship and New Business Ventures
Tue, Jun 3, 1 – 2:30 PM, In-person in Sacramento
This hands-on workshop is your ultimate guide to building a successful business, no matter your background. Whether you’re a first-time entrepreneur or looking to refine your business strategy, this presentation provides actionable insights to help you launch and grow your business with confidence. Read more.
How to Build Your MVP Using Artificial Intelligence
Wed, Jun 4, 10:00 – 11:30 AM, Online
Learn how to build your MVP faster using AI tools and proven startup tactics in this live workshop led by Aram Melkoumov, CEO of Crowdlinker. You’ll explore AI-driven approaches to ideation, prototyping, and product development, with real-world insights from a veteran startup advisor. Presented by Founder Institute. Read more.
Learn from a Local: Dr. Fatma Kaplan, CEO of Pheronym
Thu, Jun 5, 5:30 – 7:30 PM, In-person in Woodland
Join AgStart for their monthly Learn from a Local series featuring Dr. Fatma Kaplan, CEO and Co-Founder of Pheronym, as she shares insights on using pheromones to regulate nematode behavior. Includes networking, refreshments, and a Q&A session. Read more.
Plan Ahead
Folsom AI Meetup featuring Uday Ayyagari of aurus.ai
Tue, Jun 10, 6:00 – 8:00 PM, In-person in Folsom
Join Startup Folsom for a casual evening of AI discussions, networking, and pizza. This month features Uday Ayyagari, founder of aurus.ai, which develops AI solutions for the enterprise. Read more.
Startup Grind Sacramento featuring Sonny Mayugba, CMO of Hundred Health
Wed, Jun 11, 6:00 – 8:00 PM, In-person in Sacramento
Startup Grind relaunches its live events at the Urban Hive with guest Sonny Mayugba, CMO of Hundred Health, a platform democratizing longevity through personalized, preventative healthcare. Read more.
Lean Startup Bootcamp
Fri, Jun 13, 5–8pm & Sat, Jun 14, 9am–2pm · In-person in Sacramento
Learn how to take your startup or nonprofit idea from concept to pitch. This two-day, hands-on bootcamp covers lean startup tools, investor expectations, and community building. Meals included. Read more
Top Golf with Sacramento Entrepreneurship Academy
Mon, Jun 16, 5:30 – 7:30 PM, In-person in Roseville
Join the Sacramento Entrepreneurship Academy for a fun night of swings, snacks, and startup networking at Topgolf Roseville. Limited to 35 participants—register early! Read more.
Applications
Startup Pitch Workshop
Applications Open for this Monthly Event
Refine your startup pitch and get feedback from experienced coaches. Two founders will pitch and receive insights—apply in advance to pitch. Next session is June 12, 5:30-6:30 PM, Online. Read more.
FourthWave Accelerator
Apply by June 6
For women-led tech companies looking to scale. Includes mentorship, training, and peer support. Learn more.
Tomorrow’s Innovators Design & Tech Accelerator
Apply by June 27
This free 10-week program equips aspiring entrepreneurs—especially from BIPOC and underserved communities in Sacramento—with hands-on training in design thinking, 3D printing, and business strategy. Starts Jul 11. Must live or have a business in Sacramento city limits. Apply Now.
Roseville Rising Food Founders 2025
Apply by Mon, July 7
Turn your food passion into a business! This free 10-week program at Roseville Venture Lab helps aspiring culinary entrepreneurs refine strategy and grow with support from mentors and peers. Open to startups in restaurants, mobile food, cottage foods, and packaged goods. Apply now.
SEGA Innovation Grant Competition
Apply by August 1
SEGA’s Accelerate CA Hub is awarding $150,000 in non-dilutive grants to support AgriFoodTech, Health & Life Sciences, and CleanTech/ZEV innovation clusters, with $50,000 per cluster. Learn more.
Traction Lab Venture Accelerator
Applications Open Now
Get funding-ready, fast. Ideal for pre-seed and seed-stage tech startups. Read more.
Virtual Incubator for Green Entrepreneurs (FlexPath)
Applications Open Now
Free support for SEDI entrepreneurs building green businesses in California. Apply now.
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.