Startup Factory builds businesses. Everyone who participates, from aspiring entrepreneurs to the merely curious, participates hands-on in creating a business. Learn how to think, work, and build like an entrepreneur. Learn the necessary steps to start a successful business. Don’t miss this opportunity to get a leg up on how to start a business!

Join us for a weekend of learning and building. The weekend features ideas pitches, short workshops, coaching, and lots of working to build a business in a team. The weekend is open to individuals and to existing teams. Bring an idea to pitch – or just bring you. Existing teams can work together; individuals will form teams at the event.

CSUMB students are free, Student tickets and General Admission also available through the registration link above. 

If you have any questions about attending Startup Factory, contact us at info@startupmontereybay.com.

Startup Factory Schedule

Friday, 2/3/23: 5:00 - 10:00 pm

• Registration, dinner, networking, weekend overview
• Select ideas, form teams, and plan work

Saturday, 2/4/23: 8:30 am to 6 pm

• Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
• Short workshops, coaching, teamwork

Sunday, 2/5/2023: 8:30 am to 6 pm

• Breakfast, lunch, final reception
• Short workshops, coaching, pitch practice
• Final team presentations and winner announced