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️🔥We are the world’s largest startup community. Our mission is to give startups everywhere the education and opportunities they need to build, grow, and scale their companies. We believe in making friends, not contacts. We believe in giving first, not taking. We believe in helping others before helping yourself. Our community is the most unique, spanning hundreds of regions, from San Diego to Singapore. There's room for everyone, from every walk of life, in every stage. Whether you're a VC, entrepreneur, business, or startup enthusiast, we're connecting everyone in the startup ecosystem to help them reach their goals.
If you're interested in custom events, partnerships, or sponsorships, we'd love to work with you. Send an email to alexandra@startupgrind.com and we'll get you plugged in.
OpenClassrooms is a social impact B Corporation that offers a free apprentice staffing service for local, hybrid apprentice roles at $25/hr in IT, Data, Python, Cybersecurity, and Digital Marketing all across California and the US.
OpenClassrooms also offers free online mentorship and upskilling training programs to your staff - funded by federal and state grants.
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Contact Jenna.Fuentes@openclassrooms.com
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2025年12月11日
In-Person Event
Jingle Bell Brunch: A Festive Founders' Networking Event
Join us for Jingle Bell Brunch, a festive, intimate networking meetup for startup founders and enthusiasts at the Broken Yolk Café in Oceanside. Enjoy meaningful conversations over brunch and learn how Startup Grind can support your journey. Space is limited to 12 guests, and the only cost is the meal you order—reserve your spot today!
2025年12月12日
In-Person Event
Startup Grind Holiday Bash!
Join us for the Startup Grind Holiday Bash! Celebrate the season with our vibrant community, featuring a special appearance by Startup Santa, who will be giving out FREE STARTUP GIFTS! Food, networking, meet our new San Diego Team, and special announcements, as well as a chance to win a free ticket to Global Conference!
2026年4月28日
In-Person Conference
Startup Grind Conference
Join 5,000 tech startups who are building the next big thing--in AI and beyond.
In-Person Event
A conversation with Guy Kawasaki about remarkable people in the age of AI.
In-Person Event
🔥THE PITCH PIT🔥 Pitch Practice and Feedback for Founders - HOLIDAY EDITION!
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This is Startup Grind. We are the world’s largest startup community.
Our Mission
To give startups everywhere the education and opportunities they need to build, grow, and scale their companies.
Our Values
We believe in making friends, not contacts. We believe in giving first, not taking. We believe in helping others before helping yourself.
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