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SUMMARY:Is this the future? Learn to create digital avatars for your business!
DESCRIPTION:This month we’re talking about an amazing video tool called D-ID!\n⁠\nWith this tool you can bring digital characters to life and make them say anything you want! The character can be you\, an A.I. generated person\, or one of D-ID’s high quality characters. This tool is already being used for sales & marketing\, internal training\, and customer service. Join us to see what it’s all about! \n👉️ IMPORTANT: This is a hands-on\, project-based workshop so bring your laptop. \nJoin us on the journey to build the most supportive startup community in the world! Come enjoy a cold beverage\, meet other founders\, and build a community that can support your business. Let’s connect and grow our businesses together! See you there! \n👇 👇 Please register to help us plan food & drinks for the event
URL:https://startupredding.com/event/a-i-connect-january-meeting/
LOCATION:Viva Downtown\, 1504 Market Street\, Redding\, CA\, 96001\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Startup Redding":MAILTO:hello@startupredding.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240115T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240115T190000
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SUMMARY:Startup Sessions: When You Have A Good Idea\, You Go All In — Guest Speaker Jano Banks
DESCRIPTION:Jano Banks\, recently retired Big Tech disruptor and one of our Shasta Angels\, will join us to share his journey including roles in the invention of HDMI\, Google\, and Apple. \nJoin us on the journey to build the most supportive startup community in the world! Come enjoy a cold beverage\, meet other founders\, and build a community that can support your business. Let’s connect and grow our businesses together! See you there! \n👇 👇 Please register to help us plan food & drinks for the event
URL:https://startupredding.com/event/startup-sessions-january-meetup/
LOCATION:Viva Downtown\, 1504 Market Street\, Redding\, CA\, 96001\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Startup Redding":MAILTO:hello@startupredding.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240125T070000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T224040Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Pitch Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Pitch Breakfast brings together aspiring founders and Redding’s entrepreneurial community for a morning of presentations\, networking\, and idea sharing. \nBusiness pitches at the Winter Pitch Breakfast: \n\nMatthew Hugg will present his business Bloom. Bloom is a startup that plans to revolutionize the work force by unlocking employee productivity through play\nBarak Cilluffo will present his business FlowLoopX. FlowLoopX has a mission to change how we capture kinetic energy and use it to power the world around us.\n\nEnjoy a coffee and pastry as Matthew and Barak pitch their businesses. Then ask questions and offer feedback. Pitch Breakfast is an engaging and productive way to set the tone for a successful day! \nJoin us on the journey to build the most supportive startup community in the world! Come enjoy a beverage\, meet other founders\, and build a community that can support your business. Let’s connect and grow our businesses together! See you there! \n👇 👇 Please register to help us plan food & drinks for the event
URL:https://startupredding.com/event/winter-pitch-breakfast/
LOCATION:Heritage Coffeehouse (Redding)\, 2250 Churn Creek\, Redding\, 96002\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Startup Redding":MAILTO:hello@startupredding.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240207T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240207T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T103635
CREATED:20231228T222012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240131T233042Z
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SUMMARY:A.I. Connect: Use your imagination to generate brand new images in seconds
DESCRIPTION:This month we’re exploring an amazing image-generation tool called Leonardo AI! \nYou’ll be able to generate custom images and graphics live without a graphic designer or learning complicated design principles. Leonardo is unlike other image generative AI software. It allows the user greater control and tons of features. Come check it out\, you’re going to have fun! \n👉️ IMPORTANT: This is a hands-on\, project-based workshop so bring your laptop. \nJoin us on the journey to build the most supportive startup community in the world! Come enjoy a cold beverage\, meet other founders\, and build a community that can support your business. Let’s connect and grow our businesses together! See you there! \n👇 👇 Please register to help us plan food & drinks for the event
URL:https://startupredding.com/event/a-i-connect-february-meetup/
LOCATION:Viva Downtown\, 1504 Market Street\, Redding\, CA\, 96001\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Startup Redding":MAILTO:hello@startupredding.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240219T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240219T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T103635
CREATED:20231228T234920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240217T001822Z
UID:3636-1708362000-1708369200@startupredding.com
SUMMARY:Startup Sessions: Navigating Risk\, Success\, and Failure\, with an Entrepreneurial Spirit — Guest Speaker Bryan Rheem
DESCRIPTION:Bryan Rheem\, entrepreneur and business advisor\, is joining us to share lessons from his startup experience and advisory roles — specifically his love of learning\, balancing failure and success\, and leveraging hard lessons in the ever-shifting world of business. \nJoin us on the journey to build the most supportive startup community in the world! Come enjoy a cold beverage\, meet other founders\, and build a community that can support your business. Let’s connect and grow our businesses together! See you there! \n👇 👇 Please register to help us plan food & drinks for the event
URL:https://startupredding.com/event/startup-sessions-february-meetup/
LOCATION:Viva Downtown\, 1504 Market Street\, Redding\, CA\, 96001\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Startup Redding":MAILTO:hello@startupredding.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240306T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240306T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T103635
CREATED:20231228T222022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240302T011311Z
UID:3614-1709744400-1709751600@startupredding.com
SUMMARY:A.I. Connect: Create one-of-a-kind music\, voiceovers\, voice clones\, and more
DESCRIPTION:This month we’re exploring A.I. audio. We’re going to create music\, voiceovers\, voice clones\, and more with two powerful tools called Suno AI and ElevenLabs! We’ll also talk about how these tools can be leveraged with other tools to extend into other use cases. \nYou’ll be able to generate one-of-a-kind songs\, professional voiceovers\, and even a replica of your own voice without learning how to play an instrument or be a professional voiceover actor. Come check it out\, you’re going to have fun! \n👉️ IMPORTANT: This is a hands-on\, project-based workshop so bring your laptop. Since we’re working with audio\, consider bringing headphones for the best experience. \nJoin us on the journey to build the most supportive startup community in the world! Come enjoy a cold beverage\, meet other founders\, and build a community that can support your business. Let’s connect and grow our businesses together! See you there! \n👇 👇 Please register to help us plan food & drinks for the event
URL:https://startupredding.com/event/a-i-connect-march-meetup/
LOCATION:Viva Downtown\, 1504 Market Street\, Redding\, CA\, 96001\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Startup Redding":MAILTO:hello@startupredding.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240318T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240318T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T103635
CREATED:20231228T234934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240313T235905Z
UID:3637-1710781200-1710788400@startupredding.com
SUMMARY:Startup Sessions: Strategies Entrepreneurs Can Use To Solve BIG Problems! — Guest Speaker Jenny Rae Le Roux
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to host entrepreneur and CEO Jenny Rae Le Roux. Jenny is joining us to share pro strategies that entrepreneurs can use to solve big problems! \nWith 15+ years in business consulting and clients at Meta\, CVS\, and Harvard you know Jenny’s intel is going to be good! Grab your free ticket below! \nJoin us on the journey to build the most supportive startup community in the world! Come enjoy a cold beverage\, meet other founders\, and build a community that can support your business. Let’s connect and grow our businesses together! See you there! \n👇 👇 Please register to help us plan food & drinks for the event
URL:https://startupredding.com/event/startup-sessions-march-meetup/
LOCATION:Viva Downtown\, 1504 Market Street\, Redding\, CA\, 96001\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Startup Redding":MAILTO:hello@startupredding.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240415T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240415T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T103635
CREATED:20231228T234948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T224245Z
UID:3638-1713200400-1713207600@startupredding.com
SUMMARY:Startup Sessions: Leveraging SBA Funding and Beyond — Guest Speaker Trisha Funk
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to host Trisha Funk from the Small Business Administration (SBA). Trisha is joining us to share about funding and how you can leverage and use funding sources from the SBA and what is currently available. \nTrisha is an expert in the finance realm\, ready to illuminate the path to funding success through the SBA. With over two decades of expertise\, from investment advising to championing financial literacy\, Trisha’s insight could be your golden ticket to navigating the financial landscape. \nJoin us on the journey to build the most supportive startup community in the world! Come enjoy a cold beverage\, meet other founders\, and build a community that can support your business. Let’s connect and grow our businesses together! See you there! \n👇 👇 Please register to help us plan food & drinks for the event
URL:https://startupredding.com/event/startup-sessions-april-meetup/
LOCATION:Viva Downtown\, 1504 Market Street\, Redding\, CA\, 96001\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Startup Redding":MAILTO:hello@startupredding.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240501T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240501T193000
DTSTAMP:20260409T103635
CREATED:20231228T222034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240426T233234Z
UID:3615-1714584600-1714591800@startupredding.com
SUMMARY:A.I. Connect: Revisiting ChatGPT & HeyGen — Incredible AI tools with new features to explore!
DESCRIPTION:This month we’re circling back to ChatGPT and HeyGen. We’ve explored both in the past and based on our latest poll… the community wants more! \nIf you were at our previous events when we taught these tools there will be new things to learn. If you missed the events where we’ve talked about these we’ll get you up to speed. \nChatGPT is an amazing general purpose tool that every business person should consider inserting in their workflow. HeyGen will allow you to create custom video avatars for things like training videos\, advertisements\, sales outreach and more. We’ll talk about how these tools can be leveraged together or alone. \n👉️ IMPORTANT: This is a hands-on\, project-based workshop so bring your laptop. \nJoin us on the journey to build the most supportive startup community in the world! Come enjoy a cold beverage\, meet other founders\, and build a community that can support your business. Let’s connect and grow our businesses together! See you there! \n👇 👇 Please register to help us plan food & drinks for the event
URL:https://startupredding.com/event/a-i-connect-may-meetup/
LOCATION:Viva Downtown\, 1504 Market Street\, Redding\, CA\, 96001\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Startup Redding":MAILTO:hello@startupredding.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240520T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240520T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T103635
CREATED:20231228T235002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240516T172131Z
UID:3639-1716224400-1716231600@startupredding.com
SUMMARY:Startup Sessions: How to Open Your Business in a Physical Space — Expert Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Let’s talk about how you can successfully open your business in a brick and mortar storefront! \nJoin our panel discussion covering the different aspects of going brick-and-mortar. We’ve invited commercial real estate broker Chris Haedrich\, founders of Friday’s Vintage Paige and Dylan Mosshart\, and the senior planner for the city of Shasta Lake Peter Bird. \nWhether you’re business is online now and your curious about what goes into taking your business into a brick and mortar location\, or your going right into a physical location from the start — this event will provide valuable perspectives on the financial\, legal\, and strategic considerations of moving to a physical building. \nJoin us on the journey to build the most supportive startup community in the world! Come enjoy a cold beverage\, meet other founders\, and build a community that can support your business. Let’s connect and grow our businesses together! See you there! \n👇 👇 Please register to help us plan food & drinks for the event
URL:https://startupredding.com/event/startup-sessions-may-meetup/
LOCATION:Viva Downtown\, 1504 Market Street\, Redding\, CA\, 96001\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Startup Redding":MAILTO:hello@startupredding.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240605T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240605T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T103635
CREATED:20231228T222054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T231813Z
UID:3617-1717606800-1717614000@startupredding.com
SUMMARY:A.I. Connect: Canva's "Magic Studio" is the best all-around tool for creative business people
DESCRIPTION:This month we’re diving into Canva’s “Magic Studio”. The company just refreshed their platform and rolled out a suite of new A.I. tools which made us look twice.  \nWe believe Canva has created the best all around platform for business people to express their creativity. From Marketing and Creative to Sales and HR\, Canva has tools\, templates\, and apps to make everyone a designer. We’re going to look at what’s possible in the “Magic Studio” and the best use cases for entrepreneurs. Join the event\, you’re going to have fun! \n👉️ IMPORTANT: This is a hands-on\, project-based workshop so bring a laptop. \nJoin us on the journey to build the most supportive startup community in the world! Come enjoy a cold beverage\, meet other founders\, and build a community that can support your business. Let’s connect and grow our businesses together! See you there! \n👇 👇 Please register to help us plan food & drinks for the event
URL:https://startupredding.com/event/a-i-connect-june-meetup-2/
LOCATION:Viva Downtown\, 1504 Market Street\, Redding\, CA\, 96001\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Startup Redding":MAILTO:hello@startupredding.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240610T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240610T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T103635
CREATED:20231228T235014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240607T004902Z
UID:3640-1718038800-1718046000@startupredding.com
SUMMARY:Startup Sessions: The Tricky Task of Understanding Your Market — Guest Speaker Danny Lee
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to host Danny Lee from Taste & See Creamery and Cinder’s Wood Fired Pizza. Danny is joining us to share what he’s learned about launching a food service business\, understanding our local market\, and the resiliency needed to keep going when things don’t go your way. \nJoin us on the journey to build the most supportive startup community in the world! Come enjoy a cold beverage\, meet other founders\, and build a community that can support your business. Let’s connect and grow our businesses together! See you there! \n👇 👇 Please register to help us plan food & drinks for the event
URL:https://startupredding.com/event/startup-sessions-june-meetup/
LOCATION:Viva Downtown\, 1504 Market Street\, Redding\, CA\, 96001\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Startup Redding":MAILTO:hello@startupredding.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240715T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240715T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T103635
CREATED:20231228T235028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240712T183524Z
UID:3641-1721062800-1721070000@startupredding.com
SUMMARY:Startup Sessions: Mastering Marketing and Customer Retention — Guest Speaker Faith Barrett
DESCRIPTION:Come join us and Faith Barrett\, a local realtor\, who has rapidly grown their business by excelling in marketing and customer retention. Faith will share her strategies for building strong customer relationships and effective marketing techniques. Don’t miss this chance to learn how to keep your customers coming back and grow a well loved brand. \nJoin us on the journey to build the most supportive startup community in the world! Come enjoy a cold beverage\, meet other founders\, and build a community that can support your business. Let’s connect and grow our businesses together! See you there! \n👇 👇 Please register to help us plan food & drinks for the event
URL:https://startupredding.com/event/startup-sessions-july-meetup/
LOCATION:Viva Downtown\, 1504 Market Street\, Redding\, CA\, 96001\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Startup Redding":MAILTO:hello@startupredding.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240807T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240807T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T103635
CREATED:20231228T222111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240804T010108Z
UID:3619-1723050000-1723057200@startupredding.com
SUMMARY:A.I. Connect: Use your imagination to generate brand new images in seconds
DESCRIPTION:This month we’re exploring an amazing image-generation tool called Leonardo AI! \nYou’ll be able to generate custom images and graphics live without a graphic designer or learning complicated design principles. Leonardo is unlike other image generative AI software. It allows the user greater control and tons of features. Come check it out\, you’re going to have fun! \n👉️ IMPORTANT: This is a hands-on\, project-based workshop so bring your laptop. \nJoin us on the journey to build the most supportive startup community in the world! Come enjoy a cold beverage\, meet other founders\, and build a community that can support your business. Let’s connect and grow our businesses together! See you there! \n👇 👇 Please register to help us plan food & drinks for the event
URL:https://startupredding.com/event/a-i-connect-august-meetup-2/
LOCATION:Viva Downtown\, 1504 Market Street\, Redding\, CA\, 96001\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Startup Redding":MAILTO:hello@startupredding.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240819T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240819T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T103635
CREATED:20231228T235040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T235255Z
UID:3642-1724086800-1724094000@startupredding.com
SUMMARY:Demystifying Venture Capital: A Practical Guide to Securing Funding
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the August Startup Session featuring Tyler Smith.Tyler has a background in venture capital and has significant experience in the startup ecosystem. He will provide practical insights on securing venture capital funding\, including what VCs look for in potential investments\, and how to effectively pitch your startup to a VC firm. This session is a great opportunity to learn about the venture capital process and get valuable advice from someone who has been involved in numerous investment decisions. \nJoin us on the journey to build the most supportive startup community in the world! Come enjoy a cold beverage\, meet other founders\, and build a community that can support your business. Let’s connect and grow our businesses together! See you there! \n👇 👇 Please register to help us plan food & drinks for the event
URL:https://startupredding.com/event/startup-sessions-august-meetup/
LOCATION:Viva Downtown\, 1504 Market Street\, Redding\, CA\, 96001\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Startup Redding":MAILTO:hello@startupredding.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240904T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240904T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T103635
CREATED:20231228T222121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T183307Z
UID:3611-1725469200-1725476400@startupredding.com
SUMMARY:A.I. Connect: The go to website builder for one-person or small team businesses
DESCRIPTION:This month we’re exploring the AI website builder Durable! \nIt’s a fantastic AI website builder that I think is perfect to get most one person or small team businesses up and running. It has just the right amount of customization without being overwhelming. It’s become my go to tool for getting an MVP website up! \n👉️ IMPORTANT: This is a hands-on\, project-based workshop so bring your laptop. \nJoin us on the journey to build the most supportive startup community in the world! Come enjoy a cold beverage\, meet other founders\, and build a community that can support your business. Let’s connect and grow our businesses together! See you there! \n👇 👇 Please register to help us plan food & drinks for the event
URL:https://startupredding.com/event/a-i-connect-september-meetup-2/
LOCATION:Viva Downtown\, 1504 Market Street\, Redding\, CA\, 96001\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Startup Redding":MAILTO:hello@startupredding.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240923T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240923T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T103635
CREATED:20231228T235053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240919T231057Z
UID:3643-1727110800-1727118000@startupredding.com
SUMMARY:Startup Sessions: Building Traction and Momentum: Fueling Your Startup's Growth — Guest Speaker Aaron Patterson
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the next Startup Session featuring Aaron Patterson\, a seasoned entrepreneur and startup mentor\, as he shares his insights on building traction and momentum to fuel your startup’s growth. Aaron will dive into the key strategies for gaining traction\, sustaining momentum\, and navigating the challenges of early-stage development. Whether you’re looking to refine your pitch or accelerate your growth\, this session will provide actionable advice to help you take your startup to the next level. \nJoin us on the journey to build the most supportive startup community in the world! Come enjoy a cold beverage\, meet other founders\, and build a community that can support your business. Let’s connect and grow our businesses together! See you there! \n👇 👇 Please register to help us plan food & drinks for the event
URL:https://startupredding.com/event/startup-sessions-september-meetup/
LOCATION:Viva Downtown\, 1504 Market Street\, Redding\, CA\, 96001\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Startup Redding":MAILTO:hello@startupredding.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241021T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241021T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T103635
CREATED:20231228T222132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T213054Z
UID:3612-1729530000-1729537200@startupredding.com
SUMMARY:Startup Sessions: Unlocking Resilience and a Strong Mindset for Founders — Guest Speaker Kirk Wayman
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an upcoming Startup Session with Kirk Wayman from Ikon Coaching\, where we’ll explore how resilience fuels success for entrepreneurs. This session will inspire you to embrace challenges\, build confidence\, and harness personal growth as a strategic advantage. Learn how mindset shifts and self-awareness can turn obstacles into opportunities\, helping you lead your business with passion and adaptability. Whether you’re just starting or navigating uncertain times\, this conversation will equip you with practical tools to stay resilient and thrive. Don’t miss this! \nJoin us on the journey to build the most supportive startup community in the world! Come enjoy a cold beverage\, meet other founders\, and build a community that can support your business. Let’s connect and grow our businesses together! See you there! \n👇 👇 Please register to help us plan food & drinks for the event
URL:https://startupredding.com/event/a-i-connect-october-meetup/
LOCATION:Viva Downtown\, 1504 Market Street\, Redding\, CA\, 96001\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Startup Redding":MAILTO:hello@startupredding.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241101T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241103T200000
DTSTAMP:20260409T103635
CREATED:20231229T183403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231229T183403Z
UID:3671-1730484000-1730664000@startupredding.com
SUMMARY:9th Annual Startup Games
DESCRIPTION:Description coming soon! \nJoin us on the journey to build the most supportive startup community in the world! Come enjoy a cold beverage\, meet other founders\, and build a community that can support your business. Let’s connect and grow our businesses together! See you there! \n👇 👇 Please register to help us plan food & drinks for the event
URL:https://startupredding.com/event/9th-annual-startup-games/
LOCATION:Viva Downtown\, 1504 Market Street\, Redding\, CA\, 96001\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Startup Redding":MAILTO:hello@startupredding.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241216T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241216T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T103635
CREATED:20231228T235134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T181515Z
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SUMMARY:Startup Redding Holiday Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a festive holiday edition of our Startup Session! This time\, we’re putting aside the presentations and panels to simply celebrate the season with our amazing startup community. Wear your most cheerful (or hilarious) Christmas sweater and come ready to mix\, mingle\, and make connections. It’s the perfect chance to relax\, catch up with friends\, and share some holiday cheer with fellow entrepreneurs. Mark your calendar and bring your holiday spirit—we can’t wait to celebrate with you! \nJoin us on the journey to build the most supportive startup community in the world! Come enjoy a cold beverage\, meet other founders\, and build a community that can support your business. Let’s connect and grow our businesses together! See you there! \n👇 👇 Please register to help us plan food & drinks for the event
URL:https://startupredding.com/event/startup-sessions-december-meetup/
LOCATION:Viva Downtown\, 1504 Market Street\, Redding\, CA\, 96001\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Startup Redding":MAILTO:hello@startupredding.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250127T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250127T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T103635
CREATED:20241230T220238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T061430Z
UID:4192-1737997200-1738004400@startupredding.com
SUMMARY:The Adventure of Risk: Taking the Leap for Your Big Idea
DESCRIPTION:Bryant Ellis\, founder of The Adventure Challenge\, shares how bold decisions and a spirit of adventure transformed his idea into a thriving business. Bryant will share how he embraced risk and faced challenges to build a successful brand. This is your chance to gain inspiration and practical insights for taking bold steps in your entrepreneurial journey. \nJoin us on the journey to build the most supportive startup community in the world! Come enjoy a cold beverage\, meet other founders\, and build a community that can support your business. Let’s connect and grow our businesses together! See you there! \n👇 👇 Please register to help us plan food & drinks for the event
URL:https://startupredding.com/event/januarys-startup-session/
LOCATION:Viva Downtown\, 1504 Market Street\, Redding\, CA\, 96001\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Startup Redding":MAILTO:hello@startupredding.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250224T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250224T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T103635
CREATED:20250107T011916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T214729Z
UID:4197-1740416400-1740423600@startupredding.com
SUMMARY:Beyond the Brewery: Lessons in Scaling from Fall River Brewing
DESCRIPTION:How do you take a passion project and scale it into a thriving business? Amanda Hutchings\, VP of Fall River Brewing\, shares how they grew beyond their small brewery to expand into sales across the state and Nevada. Scaling isn’t just for big brands—you might be surprised at what’s possible for your business. Whether you’re growing a side project or an established company\, this session will challenge your thinking and inspire new possibilities. \nJoin us on the journey to build the most supportive startup community in the world! Come enjoy a cold beverage\, meet other founders\, and build a community that can support your business. Let’s connect and grow our businesses together! See you there! \n👇 👇 Please register to help us plan food & drinks for the event
URL:https://startupredding.com/event/februarys-startup-session/
LOCATION:Viva Downtown\, 1504 Market Street\, Redding\, CA\, 96001\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Startup Redding":MAILTO:hello@startupredding.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250324T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250324T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T103635
CREATED:20250107T013515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T172452Z
UID:4199-1742835600-1742842800@startupredding.com
SUMMARY:The Money Map: Finding the Right Funding for Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Finding the right funding for your startup can be overwhelming\, but the right roadmap makes all the difference. This Startup Session brings together Trisha Funk from the SBA\, Stacey Sanchez from CDC Small Business Finance\, Sami Kader from the Shasta Angels\, and Esteban Waterman from Tri Counties Bank. They’ll break down funding options—from SBA loans to angel investment—so you can find the best fit for your business. Don’t miss this chance to get expert insights and answers to your funding questions! \n**This session will be held upstair in the IOOF Hall – The same  place as the Startup Games** \nJoin us on the journey to build the most supportive startup community in the world! Come enjoy a cold beverage\, meet other founders\, and build a community that can support your business. Let’s connect and grow our businesses together! See you there! \n👇 👇 Please register to help us plan food & drinks for the event
URL:https://startupredding.com/event/marchs-startup-session/
LOCATION:Viva Downtown\, 1504 Market Street\, Redding\, CA\, 96001\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Startup Redding":MAILTO:hello@startupredding.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250428T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250428T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T103635
CREATED:20250107T013727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T193920Z
UID:4201-1745859600-1745866800@startupredding.com
SUMMARY:Retail Breakthrough: Getting Your Product on Store Shelves
DESCRIPTION:Dreaming of seeing your product on the shelves of Target\, Walmart\, or other big-name retailers? Michelle Manningham has been there\, done that— helping brands land spots in over 62\,000 retail doors! As the founder of Pink and Associates and a retail dealmaker\, she knows exactly what it takes to break into big-box stores. In this session\, Michelle will tell us the secrets\, strategies\, and must-know moves to get your product retail-ready. If you’re serious about scaling up and making major retail connections\, this is one you won’t want to miss! \nJoin us on the journey to build the most supportive startup community in the world! Come enjoy a cold beverage\, meet other founders\, and build a community that can support your business. Let’s connect and grow our businesses together! See you there! \n👇 👇 Please register to help us plan food & drinks for the event
URL:https://startupredding.com/event/aprils-startup-session/
LOCATION:Viva Downtown\, 1504 Market Street\, Redding\, CA\, 96001\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Startup Redding":MAILTO:hello@startupredding.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250519T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250519T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T103635
CREATED:20250107T014136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T055311Z
UID:4203-1747674000-1747681200@startupredding.com
SUMMARY:Don’t Build in a Bubble: How to Get Out of Your Own Way
DESCRIPTION:Joshua Johnson is a builder—of businesses\, neighborhoods\, and communities. In this Startup Session\, he’ll share why isolation is the enemy of good ideas and how getting out of your own head is the first step toward building something people actually want. We’ll talk about what it takes to stay curious\, listen to your customers\, and build with them—not just for them. If you’re stuck in overthinking\, second-guessing\, or just unsure what your next move should be\, this one’s for you. \nJoin us on the journey to build the most supportive startup community in the world! Come enjoy a cold beverage\, meet other founders\, and build a community that can support your business. Let’s connect and grow our businesses together! See you there! \n👇 👇 Please register to help us plan food & drinks for the event
URL:https://startupredding.com/event/mays-startup-session/
LOCATION:Viva Downtown\, 1504 Market Street\, Redding\, CA\, 96001\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Startup Redding":MAILTO:hello@startupredding.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250818T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250818T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T103635
CREATED:20250107T022058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T221903Z
UID:4210-1755536400-1755543600@startupredding.com
SUMMARY:Startup Sessions: Keep It or Kick It — Shape the Future of Startup Redding
DESCRIPTION:Come meet the new director of startup Redding and participate in…. 🎯 Keep It or Kick It — Shape the Future of Startup Redding \nWe’re putting our community in the driver’s seat. In this fast-paced\, interactive game\, you’ll vote on potential Startup Redding programs\, decide what stays\, what goes\, and what needs an upgrade. \nThink Love It or List It — but for entrepreneurs. We’ll rapid-fire program ideas\, you’ll instantly choose to KEEP IT ✅ or KICK IT ❌\, and then help us make the winners even better. \nThis is your chance to: \n\nInfluence which resources\, events\, and support we create next\nNetwork with fellow founders and innovators\nHave your voice shape the future of Startup Redding\n\nCome ready to move\, vote\, and share your honest feedback — because we’re building this together. \nJoin us on the journey to build the most supportive startup community in the world! Come enjoy a cold beverage\, meet other founders\, and build a community that can support your business. Let’s connect and grow our businesses together! See you there! \n👇 👇 Please register to help us plan food & drinks for the event
URL:https://startupredding.com/event/augusts-startup-session/
LOCATION:Viva Downtown\, 1504 Market Street\, Redding\, CA\, 96001\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Startup Redding":MAILTO:hello@startupredding.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250915T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250915T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T103635
CREATED:20250911T233958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T235755Z
UID:4565-1757955600-1757962800@startupredding.com
SUMMARY:Startup Sessions: Get found online and unlock the potential of your digital curb appeal
DESCRIPTION:Jonathan Nussbaumer\, founder of Nuon Marketing\, knows what it takes to help businesses stand out online. In this Startup Session\, he’ll share the newest tools and strategies for boosting your visibility and making sure customers can actually find you. From fresh SEO opportunities to digital marketing tactics that work right now\, Jonathan will break down what’s changing and how you can stay ahead. \nIf you’ve ever wondered why your business isn’t getting found as often as it should—or you just want to sharpen your digital presence—this session is for you. \nJoin us on the journey to build the most supportive startup community in the world! Come enjoy a cold beverage\, meet other founders\, and build a community that can support your business. Let’s connect and grow our businesses together! See you there! \n👇 👇 Please register to help us plan food & drinks for the event
URL:https://startupredding.com/event/startup-sessions-get-found-online-and-unlock-the-potential-of-your-digital-curb-appeal/
LOCATION:Viva Downtown\, 1504 Market Street\, Redding\, CA\, 96001\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Startup Redding":MAILTO:hello@startupredding.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251115T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251115T110000
DTSTAMP:20260409T103635
CREATED:20251022T190905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T031519Z
UID:4700-1763197200-1763204400@startupredding.com
SUMMARY:Winter Pitch Breakfast (November)
DESCRIPTION:This event is full! We’re hosting another in December – Sign up here!\n—– \nPitch Breakfast is back! This is a fast-paced\, community-powered event where local entrepreneurs share their ideas with an audience of peers\, mentors\, and business leaders. \nThis is not a competition but a launchpad. Presenting founders will get a few minutes to pitch and make connections with the audience. Breakfast will be available for everyone and the audience will have the opportunity to ask questions and offer feedback\, making for an engaging and productive morning that sets the tone for a successful day. \nWhether you’re an aspiring founder\, seasoned entrepreneur\, or just curious\, Pitch Breakfast is the place to plug in. Our seats are limited so register to save a spot! \nJoin us on the journey to build the most supportive startup community in the world! Let’s connect and grow our businesses together! See you there! \n👇 👇 Please register to save a seat and help us plan food & drinks for the event
URL:https://startupredding.com/event/winter-pitch-breakfast-2/
LOCATION:Shasta EDC\, 777 Auditorium Drive\, Redding\, CA\, 96001\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://startupredding.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Pitch-Breakfast.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Startup Redding":MAILTO:hello@startupredding.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251117T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251117T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T103635
CREATED:20250107T050025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T221147Z
UID:4216-1763398800-1763406000@startupredding.com
SUMMARY:Scaling Smart: A Conversation with Bruce Dean\, Co-Founder of Black Bear Diner
DESCRIPTION:From one diner to a national brand — the story of how intentional scaling and franchising fueled one of America’s favorite comfort food success stories. \nJoin Startup Redding for an exclusive fireside conversation with Bruce Dean\, co-founder of Black Bear Diner\, as he shares the story behind building a small-town diner into a national brand. \nWe’ll unpack:\n✅ The early days and pivotal growth moments of Black Bear Diner\n✅ Why Bruce chose to scale through franchising — and how that decision changed everything\n✅ How to balance growth with brand integrity\n✅ What entrepreneurs should consider before deciding how to scale \nWhether you’re a startup founder\, small business owner\, or growth-minded leader\, this session will challenge how you think about expansion\, capital\, and control. \n👇 👇 Please register to help us plan food & drinks for the event
URL:https://startupredding.com/event/novembers-startup-session/
LOCATION:Viva Downtown\, 1504 Market Street\, Redding\, CA\, 96001\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://startupredding.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Startup-Sessions.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Startup Redding":MAILTO:hello@startupredding.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251202T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251202T093000
DTSTAMP:20260409T103635
CREATED:20251022T191313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T225317Z
UID:4706-1764660600-1764667800@startupredding.com
SUMMARY:December Pitch Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:FULLY BOOKED & SOLD OUT \nPitch Breakfast is back! This is a fast-paced\, community-powered event where local entrepreneurs share their ideas with an audience of peers\, mentors\, and business leaders. \nThis is not a competition but a launchpad. Presenting founders will get a few minutes to pitch and make connections with the audience. Breakfast will be available for everyone and the audience will have the opportunity to ask questions and offer feedback\, making for an engaging and productive morning that sets the tone for a successful day. \nWhether you’re an aspiring founder\, seasoned entrepreneur\, or just curious\, Pitch Breakfast is the place to plug in. Our seats are limited so register to save a spot! \nJoin us on the journey to build the most supportive startup community in the world! Let’s connect and grow our businesses together! See you there! \n  \nThis event is fully booked and sold out! We’re hosting another in January – Sign up for January’s event below!
URL:https://startupredding.com/event/winter-pitch-breakfast-december/
LOCATION:Shasta EDC\, 777 Auditorium Drive\, Redding\, CA\, 96001\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://startupredding.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Pitch-Breakfast-Sold-Out.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Startup Redding":MAILTO:hello@startupredding.com
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