Start. Grow. Thrive.

Empowering entrepreneurs with the tools, connections, and space to grow ideas into thriving businesses.

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Where North State businesses come to thrive.

Discover opportunities, connections, and resources that fuel innovation and growth across Northern California—and be part of what’s next.

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Accelerate California Inclusive Innovation Hub

Driving inclusive innovation across Northern California.


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GrowTECH

Connecting industry leaders to build careers, culture, and community in the North State’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.


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1 Million Cups

Helping founders refine presentations and grow together.


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Co-Working

Flexible workspace designed to inspire productivity, collaboration, and growth.


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Events

A wide range of events that connect entrepreneurs, mentors, and partners.


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Resources

Guidance, funding pathways, and regional support to help businesses scale.


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GrowTECH FEST 2026

Join us October 8th and 9th in Chico for the seventh annual GrowTECH FEST, the largest entrepreneurial conference north of Sacramento.
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2025 Story

ChicoSTART Shares 2025 Annual Story

ChicoSTART released its 2025 Annual Story highlighting a year of milestones, entrepreneur successes, and ecosystem growth across the 20+ counties it serves in the North State.

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Program Highlight

NEXTGEN Initiative

ChicoSTART NextGen Initiative encourages founders aged 18+ to accelerate innovative ideas into reality, providing the essential tools and mentorship needed to START, GROW, and THRIVE.
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Fall 2026 NextGEN Cohort Begins August 2026!

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In their words

"ChicoSTART is a phenomenal place to begin if you’re looking to start a business. There are people who care, people with experience, and mentors who can point you toward the right educational path and connect you to valuable resources."

Michael Redman
Co-Founder

Upcoming events

Connect, Learn, and Grow Together

April 27, 2026
Conference

Startup Grind 2026 Conference

Startup Grind 2026 Conference

May 6, 2026
Workshop

Entrepreneurship 101

Entrepreneurship 101 - Walk away with key fundamentals to start your business!

May 7, 2026
Conference

2026 Redding Venture Conference

2026 Redding Venture Conference

May 12, 2026
Conference

Youth in Technology Convention

California Commission on the Status of Women & Girls Youth in Technology Convention

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