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Welcome to the Washington, D.C., chapter of Startup Grind, the world’s largest community of startups, founders, innovators and creators. We help startups get the education and opportunities they need to build, grow, and scale their companies.
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23 abr 2025
In-Person Event (Free)
Monthly SGDC Founders Hike - Knoxville
Join us for a great workout and watch the sunrise during our exclusive Founders Hike. Network and chat with other successful founders while experiencing epic views of the Appalachia. This event is held on the 4th Wednesday of every month, registration is required to attend.
24 abr 2025
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April 2025 BIOTECH Founders Dinner
Join us for complimentary appetizers and lively conversation with other biotech founders at the monthly Startup Grind DC Founders Dinner.
29 abr 2025
In-Person Conference
Startup Grind Conference 2025
Join 5,000 tech startups who are building the next big thing--in AI and beyond.
28 may 2025
In-Person Event (Free)
Monthly SGDC Founders Hike - Knoxville
Join us for a great workout and watch the sunrise during our exclusive Founders Hike. Network and chat with other successful founders while experiencing epic views of the Appalachia. This event is held on the 4th Wednesday of every month, registration is required to attend.
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