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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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Strategic & Innovative Workshop Series

ChicoSTART brings a series of strategic and innovative workshops for North State entrepreneurs, startups, small businesses, or those just looking to learn something new.

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ChicoSTART NEXTGEN

ChicoSTART Next Gen Intiative 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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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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In their words

"A lot of founders, it’s their dream to get here… I just feel very blessed and grateful to wake up every single day and have the ability to work on my dream. I wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t for my mentors, my team."

George Suarez
Co-Founder

Upcoming events

Connect, Learn, and Grow Together

February 16, 2026
Conference

Startup Grind - PITCH BATTLE!

Startup Grind - PITCH BATTLE! February 16th - March 4th, 2026

February 16, 2026
Workshop

Beyond Land Leases: Harnessing Data Centers for Tribal Economic Development

Beyond Land Leases: Harnessing Data Centers for Tribal Economic Development

February 18, 2026
Networking

Chico Chamber of Commerce - YPO Luncheon

Chico Chamber of Commerce - Young Professionals Organization Luncheon

February 19, 2026
Workshop

How To Get Funding to Start, Grow & Expand Your Business (Paradise)

How To Get Funding to Start, Grow & Expand Your Business (Paradise)

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