Tuesday, February 18, 2025

Strategic Startup: Beyond Ideation with Jacob White

Surf Incubator 1100 Dexter Ave, Seattle, WA, United States

The “Strategic Startup” workshop series is designed to streamline the startup process, featuring a curated lineup of seasoned experts from various industries. These workshops aim to provide practical, in-depth knowledge on specific topics, empowering participants with the tools and insights needed for success. Workshop Focus: This particular session, led by Jacob White, delves into essential […]

$20

Ethical Leadership: Cautionary Tales from Theranos & Silicon Valley

Pigot Building, Seattle University 901 12th Ave. , Seattle, WA, United States

Join Seattle University’s Center for Business Ethics as it hosts Erika Cheung, key whistleblower in the Theranos case that gripped the world. Listen as she shares her experience at the now infamous Silicon Valley firm Theranos, its demise, and the lessons we can draw in leading ethical organizations. This event is free and open to […]

Free

Top Gun for Startups

Venture Mechanics Coworking Studio Bellevue 14110 NE 21st Street, Bellevue, United States

​If you’ve been to the Venture Mechanics building in Bellevue then you probably noticed the aviation theme throughout the building. ​That is no coincidence. With a combined 75 years in the cockpit, Ron Wiener, Ron Higgs and TJ Kneale credit their flight training for much of their later success in business. In this unique workshop […]

$20

Startup Pitch Competition & Social (Underrepresented Founder and Investor Edition)

Capital One Cafe 333 Westlake Ave N, Seattle, WA, us

Startup Pitch Competition & Social (Underrepresented Founder and Investor Edition) is a dynamic event empowering and connecting underrepresented founders and investors for engaging discussions, networking opportunities, and an exhilarating pitch competition, all geared towards shaping a more inclusive and impactful entrepreneurial landscape. This event is co-hosted by StartOut, GirlUp Entrepreneur, Black Founders & Funders. Event […]

Free

Launchpad Expo Venture Conference: AI/ML

Venture Mechanics Coworking Studio Bellevue 14110 NE 21st Street, Bellevue, United States

A cohort of 4-5 highly-vetted startups in the AI / ML space will be presenting to an expert investor panel and an audience of accredited investors. This conference is for early stage (pre-seed, seed and Series A) private and institutional investors.​Co-chairs:​Boaz Ashkenazy, CEO, Simply Augmented​​Ron Wiener, CEO, Venture Mechanics​With Panelists:​Larry Arnstein, CTO, Simply Augmented​Mark Taylor, […]

$20

How to Get Hired at a VC Backed Startup

2505 3rd Ave suite 324 2505 3rd Ave suite 324, Seattle

Join our engaging session with Hiring Managers from top VC Firms for insights into securing a job at their dynamic portfolio companies. Gain firsthand knowledge on what these innovative startups look for in candidates, and learn how to navigate the application process effectively. Our panel will offer valuable tips and strategies for standing out in […]

Free

Crypto De Mayo: Blockchain, Backyard with Mexican Food

2505 3rd Ave suite 324 2505 3rd Ave suite 324, Seattle

If you love Blockchain Backyard, our Summer Barbecue Series, you’ll love Crypto De Mayo. Join us for an evening of fun, community, networking, food, and drinks. Connect with others who are in Startups, Tech, and Crypto. We will have food and drink to enjoy on the deck with beautiful views of the Space Needle and […]

Acquired meetup: The Microsoft Episode

CitizenM 201 Westlake Ave N, Seattle

​Join other founders, investors, product leaders, and fans for the first Acquired Podcast meetup in Seattle.​ Come grab a drink and meet other enthusiasts of tech, startups, and the stories of the amazing companies covered in the podcast. We’d love to have folks who worked at Microsoft in the ’80s and ’90s join us and […]

Start Something with Oren Etzioni

Startup Hall WA, United States

The Start Something series features intimate conversations with some of the most successful entrepreneurs and leaders in Seattle’s innovation ecosystem. Oren Etzioni, a professor emeritus of computer science and engineering at UW and entrepreneur, founded the nonprofit TrueMedia.org as a free tool that leverages AI to detect political deepfakes online—a critical part of the conversation […]

AI, Equity, and Innovation: Shaping the Future of Technology and Venture Capital

Capital One Cafe Bellevue 400 Bellevue Way NE, Bellevue

We’re excited to bring together three remarkable leaders who are at the forefront of technology and venture capital, with a shared commitment to driving both innovation and equity in the industry: ​Rolanda Fu: Investor at Madrona Venture Group, bringing her expertise in scaling early-stage tech startups and her focus on intelligent applications, enterprise software, and […]