About us
StartupSac is a non-profit that supports Sacramento's startup community by celebrating and accelerating innovation in the region. Most of the events posted on our meetup group are organized by other groups but are targeted at startup founders. For more information on what's happening in the Sacramento Startup Community, check out our website, Like us on Facebook. If you haven't yet signed up for the Sacramento Startup Digest (free), that's another great way to stay up to date on all things startup in our region.
Upcoming events
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1 Million Cups Sacramento with TurboNIW
·OnlineOnlineYou’re invited to 1 Million Cups Sacramento! Every Wednesday morning, one or two entrepreneurs present their early-stage businesses in 6 minute presentations that are followed by questions, feedback and advice from an audience of their peers. Join us on Zoom every Wednesday. Doors open at 8:45 a.m. and the program starts promptly at 9 a.m.
PRESENTERS
TurboNIW is an AI-native employment-immigration platform that guides applicants through a self-petitioned EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) green card, expanding to EB-1A, O-1, and H-1B pathways. We make complex immigration filings accessible and affordable without a law firm.AGENDA:
- 8:45-9:00: Networking (optional)
- 9:00-10:00: Startup Presentations with Audience Feedback -- we start on time!
- 10:00-10:15 Stick around after the program ends for some free-form networking! (optional)
This is a virtual meeting, and we will be live streaming via Zoom.
Once you RSVP, the Zoom link will be visible on the event page on the right side just below the date and time.
Thank you to our annual sponsor SMUD!
4 attendees
Startup-Tech Connect
Hop Gardens, 2904 Franklin BlvdSac, Sacramento, ca, USRSVP Here
Ready to dive into Sacramento's most dynamic networking experience? Startup-Tech Connect is here to foster vibrant collaborations, forge meaningful connections, and celebrate the spirit of innovation. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, a startup founder, or a tech enthusiast, this event is your gateway to building impactful relationships.What to Expect:
- Genuine Conversations: Engage with like-minded individuals in a relaxed setting perfect for networking.
- Shared Enthusiasm: Feel the pulse of Sacramento’s tech community as we unite to boost our ecosystem.
Join us for an evening of pizza and beer, connect with Sacramento's brightest minds, and exchange ideas in an informal, supportive atmosphere. Don't miss out on the chance to expand your network and spark innovative collaborations!
RSVP Here14 attendees
Legal Grounds: Practical Legal Conversations for Founders
Moneta Ventures, 785 Orchard Dr Ste 150, Folsom, CA 95630, USA, Folsom, CA, USRSVP Here
About this event:
Grab a cup of coffee and join StartupSac and Witan Law for the first Legal Grounds, a new monthly gathering designed to give founders and entrepreneurs a place to have candid, practical conversations with an experienced startup attorney.Starting and growing a business comes with plenty of legal questions. Legal Grounds creates an informal space where you can ask questions, learn from other founders, and talk through the legal issues that come up while building a company.
What to Expect
Each 90-minute gathering will begin with a short 5 to 10-minute briefing from a Witan Law attorney on a timely legal topic for founders.After that, the conversation is driven by you.
Bring the questions and legal topics you are wrestling with in your business. The goal is an open, roundtable-style conversation where founders can ask questions, share experiences, and gain practical insight.
No presentations. No pitches. Just coffee and conversation.
Who Should Attend?
Legal Grounds is designed for:- Startup founders and co-founders
- Entrepreneurs
- Small business owners
- Anyone currently starting or growing a company
Whether you have a specific legal question or simply want to better understand the legal side of building a business, you are welcome to join the conversation.
Witan Law works with businesses at every stage of growth, providing practical legal guidance tailored to each company’s needs. Their attorneys support founders and growing companies with legal strategies that help them navigate growth, compliance, investors, employees, and other challenges that come with building a business.
RSVP Here1 attendee- $10.00
Startup Happy Hour
El Jardín, 9385 Elk Grove Blvd #600, Elk Grove, CA 95624, USA, Elk Grove, CA, USRSVP Here
Join us for our final Startup Happy Hour of 2026! We're closing out the year with an evening of great conversations, new connections, and a celebration of Sacramento's startup community.This month, we're excited to welcome Destiny Oliphant, founder and creator of Insta Brow, a patent-pending 30-second brow stain designed to last up to five days. Destiny recently made history at Pitch Elk Grove 2026, becoming the first entrepreneur to win two awards in the same competition, earning Second Place and Best Elk Grove Startup!
During our Ask Me Anything (AMA) session, Destiny will share her entrepreneurial journey, the inspiration behind Insta Brow, and the lessons she's learned along the way.
Whether you're a seasoned founder or just getting started, come enjoy delicious appetizers, meet fellow entrepreneurs, and make connections that will carry into the new year.
AMA Guests
Destiny Oliphant, CEO of Trophy Beauty Spa and Creator of Insta BrowEats!
Delicious appetizers are being provided for this event.Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to expand your network and have a blast at the same time. RSVP now to save your spot!
Location
El Jardin Restaurant, 9385 Elk Grove Blvd #600, Elk GroveYour Hosts
Startup Happy Hour is organized monthly by StartupSac and the Carlsen Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship.Sponsored By
Invest Elk Grove, the City of Elk Grove’s Office of Economic Development1 attendee
Past events
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