Helping founders find community and connections
A free 5-day annual entrepreneurship event hosted by The DEC Network featuring 100+ sessions, keynotes, summits, pitch competitions, and networking across DFW's full startup ecosystem.
An Austin Chamber community group offering networking, resources, and newsletter support for entrepreneurs and small business owners, with a special focus on women entrepreneurs.
Learn more →An alumni community of practice by BRIDGE Infrastructure for Texas social justice and civic organizations, providing ongoing coaching, grants, executive mentorship, and mutual support.
Learn more →A women-focused networking and mentorship organization meeting monthly for education, empowerment, and professional support through speakers and peer connections.
Learn more →A professional networking group for emerging leaders aged 21-40 in the Celina area, focused on career development and community involvement.
Learn more →A DEC Network annual summit celebrating and supporting entrepreneurs of color in the Dallas ecosystem, featuring expert education, pitch competitions, and community building.
Learn more →An invitation-only advisory council of the Austin Chamber—created from the Mayor's Task Force for Austin Women Entrepreneurs—developing networking, education, and mentorship programs for entrepreneurs.
Learn more →An annual East Texas forum for family and small business owners featuring panels of local business leaders and interactive round-table breakout sessions hosted by UT Tyler.
Learn more →An annual pitch summit by Startup Texas open to entrepreneurs worldwide to present early-stage business ideas and connect with the Brownsville/Rio Grande Valley innovation ecosystem.
Learn more →A quarterly field trip program by the North Texas Innovation Alliance offering members hands-on innovation experiences at leading research sites and tech hubs across North Texas.
Learn more →An ongoing monthly membership circle matching conscious, purpose-driven founders with values-aligned investors through weekly expert training, investor pitch access, and bi-annual Austin summits.
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