Startup San Diego is excited to announce the latest strategic community partnerships established this past quarter. We welcome the Don Norman Design Awards, WomenHack, UC San Diego Institute for the Global Entrepreneur, and SBDC California San Diego and Imperial Network!
By bringing together these powerhouse organizations, we’re building up a support network that will empower entrepreneurs across design, technology, and innovation. These partnerships will provide founders with critical resources, mentorship, and pathways to success – from cutting-edge design thinking and inclusive tech opportunities to robust entrepreneurial education and strategic business development support.
Don Norman Design Awards
The DNDA Summit is a melting pot of ideas, innovations, and inspirations in the realm of humanity-centered design. It’s more than a conference; it’s a global dialogue among educators, designers, and thought leaders dedicated to reshaping the world through empathetic and sustainable design practices. Participants will engage in discussions, workshops, and networking sessions that fuel the movement toward a more inclusive and responsible design future.
Women Hack
WomenHack was founded on the belief that diverse teams matter. Founded in 2016 in the heart of Silicon Valley, our mission is to promote access and transparency into workplaces through our signature events, virtual community, and connect platform. WomenHack is a 100% minority-owned enterprise and has organized over 750+ diversity recruiting events globally.
UC San Diego Institute for the Global Entrepreneur
The UC San Diego Jacobs School of Engineering and the Rady School of Management have joined forces to create The Institute for the Global Entrepreneur to inspire and prepare engineers to be entrepreneurial leaders and translate technology innovations to market to fuel the economy and benefit society. With a unique blend of education, workshops, and one-on-one mentoring, our programs are geared to help our engineers address real-world issues with technology solutions.
SBDC California San Diego and Imperial Network
The San Diego & Imperial SBDC provides entrepreneurs and business owners with 700+ trainings and more than 19,000 hours of 1:1 advising free of charge every year. In 2023, the SBDC was thrilled to help entrepreneurs and business owners create a $1B+ impact on the local economy by supporting them from Idea to Exit and everything in between! Move your business forward and sign up for 1:1 advising and training with the SBDC.
Building the Future of Innovation at Startup San Diego
At Startup San Diego our goal is simple: accelerate the growth of San Diego’s most promising startups by breaking down barriers, fostering creativity, and connecting passionate innovators with the tools and networks they need to transform bold ideas into world-changing ventures. Together, we’re not just supporting startups – we’re building the future of innovation. Become a member of Startup San Diego and be at the center of all things startups in San Diego.
