StartOut Events
Hosted by our Programming Boards located in cities around the country, these events take place both in person and online.
StartOut is a community of LGBTQ+ founders and professionals and our allies. Our events are open to all and are focused on providing educational insights and networking opportunities for our members and the community.
All Events
Online
Austin
Chicago
Denver
Los Angeles
New York
San Diego
San Francisco
Seattle
Washington DC
All Events
- August 19, 2024
Mark Lacy and Scott Barrett invite you to a special reception in support of StartOut, the national nonprofit empowering LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs.
- August 15, 2024
Join StartOut and Ceemo.ai for a workshop series to boost your pitching confidence! Hosted by Ceemo’s Founder, Heather Lawver.
- August 13, 2024
Entrepreneurs receive guidance in developing business strategies aligned with their goals, fostering growth opportunities that resonate with the diverse needs of LGBTQ+ founders.
- August 8, 2024
Join StartOut and Ceemo.ai for a workshop series to boost your pitching powers! Hosted by Ceemo’s Founder, Heather Lawver.
- August 8, 2024
StartOut’s Virtual Open Mic Night is an inaugural event focused on networking and pitching StartOut’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Online
- August 15, 2024
Join StartOut and Ceemo.ai for a workshop series to boost your pitching confidence! Hosted by Ceemo’s Founder, Heather Lawver.
- August 13, 2024
Entrepreneurs receive guidance in developing business strategies aligned with their goals, fostering growth opportunities that resonate with the diverse needs of LGBTQ+ founders.
- August 8, 2024
Join StartOut and Ceemo.ai for a workshop series to boost your pitching powers! Hosted by Ceemo’s Founder, Heather Lawver.
- August 8, 2024
StartOut’s Virtual Open Mic Night is an inaugural event focused on networking and pitching StartOut’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.
- July 31, 2024
Graduation allows for founders, press, and investors to view our most recent accelerator startups and connect with the StartOut community.
- July 23, 2024
Through Marketing Mastery Workshops and personalized Marketing Consultations, LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs gain access to invaluable tools and strategies for enhancing their visibility and market reach.
Austin
Chicago
- August 19, 2024
Mark Lacy and Scott Barrett invite you to a special reception in support of StartOut, the national nonprofit empowering LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs.
- July 25, 2024
Join us for the Startout Summer Coworking Day at TeamWorking by TechNexus. Collaborate, network, and boost productivity in a supportive environment with high-speed internet, comfy
Denver
Los Angeles
- August 5, 2024
Join us for a unique collaboration meet up—bringing LGBTQ+ climbers and entrepreneurs together for an evening of bouldering and connection.
New York
- August 22, 2024
Join us for an End of Summer Mixer in New York City, celebrating the innovation and diversity of queer entrepreneurs.
San Diego
San Francisco
- July 20, 2024
Join us for a unique chance to escape the city’s hustle and bustle for the tranquil beauty of the Japanese Tea Garden.
Seattle
- August 3, 2024
Join GirlUp Entrepreneur and StartOut for an engaging Startup Panel Discussion during Seattle Tech Week featuring industry experts.
Washington DC
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