Monthly meeting for entrepreneurs and startup businesses in the Monterey Bay Region. May theme: Meet the 2023 Startup Challenge WinnersBe part of the growing entrepreneurial community in this region at this monthly meeting. Find out about the latest innovations, trends in business and technology, or the latest and greatest ideas. Meet other founders, investors, and […]

Discover the truth about digital marketing with our class "10 Digital Marketing Myths Debunked"BUT FIRST: every paid attendee will receive a $15 Amazon card at the end of the webinar.Join this clinic to discover the truth about digital marketing with our class "10 Digital Marketing Myths Debunked". Uncover the top ten misconceptions that may be […]

Join us each month at the Executive Director Breakfast Roundtable to recharge, reconnect, and invest in our growth as nonprofit leaders.

Join us for our 9th Annual Regional Economic Outlook!Join us for an exclusive virtual event featuring renowned economist Dr. Christopher Thornberg as he provides his expert analysis and insights on the current economic outlook. With over 20 years of experience in economic forecasting and consulting, Dr. Thornberg is known for his engaging and insightful presentations […]

Annual student business plan pitch competition + Santa Cruz Works job fairSanta Cruz Launchpad is an annual event that combines an exciting student business plan competition with $50,000 in cash prizes, plus a community job fair with 20+ local companies offering jobs from all industries and experience levels. This event allows students, job seekers, professionals, […]

Learn about the latest AI tools for businesses.Santa Cruz, brace yourselves for a truly epoch-defining happening! Remember our good ol' monthly CEO Works? Well, it's been upgraded, turbo-charged, and absorbed by the mystical powers of A.I. No joke, it's like the Borg, but without the funky eye implants and their horrible taste in spaceship décor.This […]

Checkerspot, Earth.Island, Stakabl, Swell Cycle Surfboards, The Floow, X AcademyOUR APOLOGIES. THIS MONTH'S EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO VENUE LOGISTICS ISSUES. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------JUNE GLOOM? No way! Brace yourselves for a lineup of presenters that'll rock your world harder than a Led Zeppelin reunion tour!Presenting CompaniesFirst up, we have Checkerspot. These folks are empowering product designers […]

Free online clinic about the critical importance and transformative potential of the CEO/COO relationship.Join us for this immersive online clinic and delve into the critical importance and transformative potential of the CEO/COO relationship. Gain an understanding of both the potential triumphs and pitfalls of this collaboration as we explore the dynamics, strategies, and best practices […]

Join us each month at the Executive Director Breakfast Roundtable to recharge, reconnect, and invest in our growth as nonprofit leaders.

Housing Summit: New white paper on RHNA released, addressing key challenges and proposing innovative solutions for affordable housing.Housing SummitThe Monterey Bay Economic Partnership (MBEP) is organizing a Housing Summit where we will unveil a new white paper titled "Practical Housing Policy: Increasing Supply and Affordability for the 6th Regional Housing Needs Cycle." This white paper […]