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Startup San Diego Startup is a California 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving the San Diego Startup Ecosystem. Our mission is to guide and connect local founders and talent to the right resources, networks, and support institutions to grow an equitable ecosystem, fostering a cohesive and collaborative entrepreneurial community.

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“SSD is the front door all founders (and aspiring founders) in San Diego...”

"We’ve benefited from every stage of our business over the last 5 years because of the amazing efforts of Startup San Diego"

“Startup San Diego was my entry point into the startup community, I learned so much of the entrepreneurship journey...”

“It is so exciting to see what the collection of volunteers have made of Startup San Diego...”

"Our support of Startup San Diego reflects our deep commitment and shared mission to nurture, educate and build extraordinary engines of innovation..."

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Every month our newsletter will go out with a curated selection of content for startup founders, CEO’s and business owners. We’ll send industry news, interesting articles filled with insights from entrepreneurs. The best way to learn is by reading and we offer unlimited access to our daily blog posts.

Newest Strategic Partners at Startup San Diego – Q4 2024

Ella Napata

November 19, 2024

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1,600+ Made Waves of Innovation for the 12th Annual San Diego Startup Week

Ella Napata

October 30, 2024

6 min read

The New Wave of Tech – Photos & Recap

Ella Napata

October 26, 2024

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Newest Strategic Partners at Startup San Diego – Q4 2024

Ella Napata

November 19, 2024

3 min read

1,600+ Made Waves of Innovation for the 12th Annual San Diego Startup Week

Ella Napata

October 30, 2024

6 min read

Nov 18

November 18 - November 21

BlueTech Week: Bridging Gaps

Nov 20

4:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Game Chat + Responsible Data Science Bingo

Nov 21

5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

San Diego Entrepreneurs Exchange Happy Hour

Nov 21

5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

San Diego Meetup with Health Tech Nerds

Nov 22

12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

November Product Roundtable Meetup

Dec 02

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

StartupSD 1st Mondays Networking & Expert Panel - December 2024

Dec 04

8:00 am - 11:00 am

2025 Cleantech Outlook: Tech, Investments & Policies Driving the Industry

Dec 04

8:30 am - 10:00 am

BioTech Founders & Coffee

Dec 06

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Nov 18

November 18 - November 21

BlueTech Week: Bridging Gaps

Nov 20

4:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Game Chat + Responsible Data Science Bingo

Nov 21

5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

San Diego Entrepreneurs Exchange Happy Hour

Nov 21

5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

San Diego Meetup with Health Tech Nerds

Nov 22

12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

November Product Roundtable Meetup

Dec 02

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

StartupSD 1st Mondays Networking & Expert Panel - December 2024

Dec 04

8:00 am - 11:00 am

2025 Cleantech Outlook: Tech, Investments & Policies Driving the Industry

Dec 04

8:30 am - 10:00 am

BioTech Founders & Coffee

Dec 06

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Nov 18

November 18 - November 21

BlueTech Week: Bridging Gaps

Nov 20

4:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Game Chat + Responsible Data Science Bingo

Nov 21

5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

San Diego Entrepreneurs Exchange Happy Hour

Nov 21

5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

San Diego Meetup with Health Tech Nerds

Nov 22

12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

November Product Roundtable Meetup

Dec 02

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

StartupSD 1st Mondays Networking & Expert Panel - December 2024

Dec 04

8:00 am - 11:00 am

2025 Cleantech Outlook: Tech, Investments & Policies Driving the Industry

Dec 04

8:30 am - 10:00 am

BioTech Founders & Coffee

Dec 06

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Thank You to Our Startup San Diego Sponsors!

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What is the most popular event?

The most popular event is San Diego Startup Week. A week long event spanning in different locations around San Diego and Tijuana. Attendees get to attend workshops, panels, mentorship sessions, networking events, pitch competitions and more.

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Get involved with Startup San Diego by joining one of our events and becoming a volunteer.

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A grassroots led non-profit with the goal to support local founders, students, & talent, & create an equitable startup ecosystem.
🚀1st Mondays - Dec 2

We're excited to announce that we're partnering up

We're excited to announce that we're partnering up with Cooley to host our last 1st Mondays of the year at their beautiful headquarters in Torrey Pines!

Join us on Monday, December 2nd, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM for a night of networking, connections, and an expert panel on social innovation and business for good.

Come celebrate the holidays with the #startup community over some delicious food, libations, and innovative conversations with founders.

🚀 Get tickets to 1st Mondays: startupsd.org/events/1st-mondays

#1stMondays #StartupSD #StartupSanDiego

With the holidays just around the corner, this is

With the holidays just around the corner, this is your week to make the most of networking. From BlueTech’s sciences insights, data science discussions, and entrepreneur meet-ups, these gatherings embody San Diego’s vibrant startup spirit.

Highlights for this week’s San Diego Startup Calendar, November 18 - 22:

➡️ Monday, November 18th-21st: BlueTech Week
8:00 am - 7:00 pm @ Multiple locations throughout San Diego
Uniting Maritime Defense, Decarbonization, and Ocean Resilience, Unlocking Undiscovered Ideas through Interdisciplinary Collaboration

➡️ Tuesday, November 19th: The Insider’s View: VC, Start-Ups & Female Founders in Life Sciences Powered by Perkins Coie
4:30 pm - 6:30 pm @ Perkins Coie
Join us as we explore the vibrant world of life sciences startups, with a focus on female founders and venture capitalists. This engaging program will delve into the triumphs and challenges of the industry, offering valuable insights and market analysis.

➡️ Wednesday, November 20th: Game Chat + Responsible Data Science Bingo
4:30 pm - 7:30 pm @ Data Science Alliance
We’re thrilled to welcome Zhen Zhai (Sr. Manager, Data Science at Blizzard Entertainment) to discuss her career in the video game industry and how data science and AI are innovating how games are made and played.

➡️ Thursday, November 21st: San Diego Entrepreneurs Exchange Happy Hour
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm @ Embolden Beer Company
Join San Diego Entrepreneurs Exchange for a happy hour at Embolden Beer Company.

➡️ Friday, November 22nd: November Product Roundtable Meetup
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm @ Swami’s Cafe Encinitas
Join us for a fun follow-up to the Conversion Factory workshop! This meetup is all about sharing wins and insights as we hear from members who’ve put the workshop tips into action.

🚀 Check out more on the Startup Calendar: startupsd.org/events

#SDStartupCalendar #StartupSD #startupsandiego

At Startup San Diego we aim to support budding ent

At Startup San Diego we aim to support budding entrepreneurs. Even though startup hubs are spread throughout the county, we come together to build and support each other, that’s what makes our region so unique.

Check out the latest interview with Kurling Robinson, CEO of Fōkcus Mentoring and Board Member at Startup San Diego!

📍 Join us at our last 1st Mondays and get connected with founders in San Diego!

🚀 Get tickets: startupsd.org/event/1st-mondays-december-2024

#1stMondays #StartupSD #Founders #networking #startupsandiego

We are now accepting applications to demo at the n

We are now accepting applications to demo at the next 1st Mondays – Networking & Expert Panel event! Get your startup in front of hundreds of community members. Demo your product, share your story, and build your network.

Benefits of demoing on 1st Mondays:

➡️ Showcase your product or service to hundreds of attendees
➡️ Meet incredible founders, investors, talent, community partners, and more
➡️ Attend 1st Mondays for free (2 complimentary tickets)
➡️ Be part of an amazing startup community!

🚀 Apply to expo: startupsd.org/events/1st-mondays/demo

#1stMondays #StartupSD #StartupSanDiego #Demo #Expo #StartupDemo

San Diego’s startup community is buzzing with ca

San Diego’s startup community is buzzing with can’t-miss events this week! From watching founders pitch at Founders Live, to accelerating your business growth at Hera Hub’s power-packed expo, there’s something for every entrepreneur.

Whether you’re looking to pitch, learn, network, or simply connect with San Diego’s vibrant startup community, make sure to join a #startup event this week and be part of the ecosystem.

Highlights for this week’s San Diego Startup Calendar, November 11 - 15:

➡️ Monday, November 11th: Founders Live San Diego
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm @ The University Club Atop Symphony Towers
Founders Live is an unforgettable happy hour competition sweeping the globe. 5 founders, 99-second pitches, 4 minutes audience Q&A.

➡️ Tuesday, November 12th: Hera Hub Business Acceleration Expo
10:30 am - 3:00 pm @ Hera Hub San Diego
BioLabs and Hera Hub have teamed up to bring you a day of open office hours, workshops, mentoring, coworking and lunch + relationship building that will take your business to a higher, more productive, and more profitable level.

➡️ Wednesday, November 13th: Reaching Tomorrow’s Talent
3:00 pm - 5:30 pm @ UC San Diego Park & Market
Join us for EDC’s flagship talent event, Reaching Tomorrow’s Talent. Employers and community partners are invited to join in the selection of Verified Programs on November 13 at UC San Diego Park & Market.

➡️ Thursday, November 14th: SD CTO Talks featuring Daniel Marashlian, CTO at DRATA
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm @ Google San Diego
Experience a powerhouse panel discussion at our year-end CTO Talks spectacular in San Diego! We’re thrilled to present Daniel Marashlian, Co-Founder & CTO of Drata.

➡️ Friday, November 14th: San Diego Founders Surf
6:00 am - 8:00 am @ San Elijo State Beach
Join founders for a morning of surfing at San Elijo State Beach! Connect and catch waves together.

🚀 Check out more on the Startup Calendar: startupsd.org/events

#StartupCalendar #StartupSD #pitchcompetition #founderslive

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