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SUMMARY:VibeCraft Power Hour
DESCRIPTION:VibeCraft is a recurring\, collaborative working session where ideas turn into experiments and experiments turn into real builds. Each session is shaped by the group. We review what is emerging\, explore new directions\, and decide together what is worth building next. \nThis is not a presentation or a passive meetup. It is an active\, hands-on environment where members contribute ideas\, react to each other’s work\, and influence the direction of future sessions. Expect open discussion\, live demos\, shared whiteboards\, and practical exploration. \nSessions may include live walkthroughs of tools\, automations\, and AI agents\, discussions around product and company design\, rapid demos from members\, and breakdowns of different approaches to building with modern AI systems. Topics evolve over time\, but the focus remains the same: learning by doing\, building in public\, and exploring a high-tech\, high-touch future grounded in curiosity\, collaboration\, and thoughtful design. \nCome ready to participate\, share what you are building\, and help shape what we explore next as a VibeCraft community.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/vibecraft-power-hour/2026-03-25/
LOCATION:Ansir Innovation Center\, 7670 Opportunity Rd #255\, San Diego\, CA\, 92111\, United States
CATEGORIES:AI,Collaboration,Demo,Discussions
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SUMMARY:1 Million Cups
DESCRIPTION:1 Million Cups is a weekly event for entrepreneurs\, by entrepreneurs — built on the belief that conversations over coffee can accelerate innovation. Each week\, two founders take the stage to pitch their business for six minutes\, followed by 20 minutes of honest\, constructive feedback from a room full of fellow entrepreneurs\, business professionals\, students\, and curious minds.\nThis isn’t a pitch competition — it’s a collaborative environment where ideas are refined\, challenges are unpacked\, and next steps become clearer. Attendees are encouraged to ask thoughtful questions\, offer insights\, and share resources that help presenters grow. \nWhether you’re launching your first startup\, scaling your next venture\, or just looking to get plugged into your local entrepreneurial ecosystem\, 1 Million Cups is where you’ll find the energy\, perspective\, and community you need to move forward. \nCome for the coffee. Stay for the conversation. Leave with a better business.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/1-million-cups-3/2026-03-25/
LOCATION:Ansir Innovation Center\, 7670 Opportunity Rd #255\, San Diego\, CA\, 92111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accelerator,Business & Professionals,Collaboration,Entrepreneurs,Innovation,Innovators,Professionals,Startups & Founders
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260325T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260325T110000
DTSTAMP:20260617T053234
CREATED:20231222T032031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T044912Z
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SUMMARY:San Diego Tech Coffee Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Del Mar Highlands Sky Deck \nThe San Diego Tech Coffee is in its 14th year of being the largest weekly gathering of entrepreneurs and tech people in San Diego. \nStop by for networking\, sharing\, brainstorming\, mentoring\, etc. And we love it when people want to share what they are working on! \nThere is no agenda\, which means you can’t be late – come when you can\, leave when you need to. Very informal. \nNew to the San Diego startup community? Or just want to be better connected? Check out the Startup San Diego “Startup Ecosystem Resource List” at https://startupsd.org/resources/.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/san-diego-tech-coffee-meetup/2026-03-25/
LOCATION:Parfait Paris\, 12841 El Camino Real suite 208\, San Diego\, CA\, 92130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurs,Networking,Specialty Tech
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260325T113000
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SUMMARY:Startup Quarters - Curated Conversations Networking
DESCRIPTION:Curated Conversations by Startup Quarters is a structured networking experience designed to move beyond small talk and into meaningful dialogue. \nInstead of unstructured mingling\, participants rotate through a guided conversation framework that intentionally pairs people and prompts deeper discussion. Each round introduces a new connection and a focused topic—ranging from current business challenges to ideas worth exploring. The format creates space for honest conversations\, fresh perspectives\, and practical problem-solving. \nBy removing the awkwardness of traditional networking and replacing it with a clear structure\, Curated Conversations helps people quickly build trust\, open up about real issues\, and tap into the collective insight of the room. \nExpect thoughtful questions\, diverse perspectives\, and conversations that actually matter. 🤝💡
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/startup-quarters-curated-conversations-networking/
LOCATION:Ansir Innovation Center\, 7670 Opportunity Rd #255\, San Diego\, CA\, 92111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conversation,Networking,Startups & Founders
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260325T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260325T130000
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SUMMARY:SDRCC March Network Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for our March Quarterly Network Meeting! \n\n\n\n\nJoin us IN-PERSON on March 25th\, 2026 for the San Diego Regional Climate Collaborative’s September Network Meeting! This meeting will be hosted in-person at the Carlsbad Faraday Center (1635 Faraday Avenue\, Carlsbad\, 92008). We look forward to providing a space for our network to come together and connect\, learn about current and ongoing climate action efforts happening in our region\, and foster new connections and partnerships. We will be hearing from speakers on climate resilience topics\, projects\, and programs. \nThe knowledge sharing portion of the program will take place from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm and an optional Networking Lunch will take place from 12:00 – 1:00 pm for participants to continue to engage and connect with one another. Join us for a day of collaboration\, learning\, and community building aimed at driving regional climate action forward. \nImportant Details for Registration \n\nIn order to help us prepare and prevent food waste\, please review the tickets carefully before selecting\nIf you’re unsure if your organization is a San Diego Regional Climate Collaborative member\, please review the list below or visit our membership website\nIf you have any questions or need to modify your registration\, please contact us at sdclimatecollab@sandiego.edu
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/sdrcc-march-network-meeting/
LOCATION:1635 Faraday Ave\, 1635 Faraday Ave\, Carlsbad\, CA\, 92008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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SUMMARY:Startup Quarters: Founder Focus
DESCRIPTION:Zero Distraction. Pure Execution. \nThis is not a networking event.\nThis is not a pitch night.\nThis is not a workshop. \nThis is deep work. \nFounder Focus is a dedicated execution session designed for builders\, founders\, creators\, and operators who need uninterrupted time to move the needle on what actually matters. \nAt Startup Quarters\, we’re creating a high-performance environment engineered for clarity\, momentum\, and real progress. \nWhat This Is: \n2–3 hours of structured\, distraction-free work \nA room full of serious builders in execution mode \nCalm\, focused atmosphere \nIntentional accountability \nZero small talk during work blocks \nWhat This Is NOT: \n❌ No sales calls \n❌ No pitching \n❌ No random coffee chats \n❌ No “quick questions” \n❌ No bullshit \nWhen you walk in\, you’re here to build. \nWho It’s For \nStartup founders \nTechnical builders \nIndie hackers \nDesigners \nWriters \nStudents in serious build mode \nAnyone tired of “busy” and ready for progress
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/startup-quarters-founder-focus/
LOCATION:Ansir Innovation Center\, 7670 Opportunity Rd #255\, San Diego\, CA\, 92111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Building,Startups & Founders
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SUMMARY:Let's Cowork in PB!
DESCRIPTION:Tired of working from your actual home\, and want a change of scenery? New to San Diego and want to meet new people? Come join us at our weekly coworking session. \nIt’s a pretty casual affair with new people every week\, some regulars\, and some just passing through. We take over a few tables at Second Nature in Pacific Beach and do a bit of work and a bit of getting to know each other. Come and go as you please\, but do remember to bring your laptop (charged as plugs are few). \nIt’s free to join\, but ideally grab some coffee or lunch & tip the servers. \nA note about RSVPs: \nThis group aims to help people meet in a small group. The max amount of people for this event is 12 people. We close the RSVP list on Mondays if there is a waitlist\, and if you can’t make it we do kindly ask that you change your status as soon as you know to give someone else a chance to attend. Those on the waitlist will receive a note on the day of the meetup letting them know if there is space or not. \nIf you sign up\, but do not attend\, you will be marked as a No Show. People with 5 No Shows will be removed from the group.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/lets-cowork-in-pb-2-2/2026-03-25/
LOCATION:Second Nature\, 5040 Cass St\, San Diego\, CA\, 92109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coworking,Networking
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SUMMARY:Biotech Beach & Brews - Singles Only!
DESCRIPTION:Get on the waitlist!! Read more below. \nOur next singles only meetup is at Kilowatt Brewing! Sign up early as the more people sign up\, the better the odds of you meeting someone matching your likes. \nAlso – entry to the event closes 2 hours before the event starts\, as it takes some work to set this up. Join early 🙂 \nHow this will work:\nI . Put yourself on the waitlist. I add a people in a 1:1 ratio\, so in theory there is an even number of fun singles. You get added by your sign-up time\, no other criteria. If you sign up and don’t get in right away\, it means you are just waiting for another person of the opposite sex to add to the waitlist. \n2. Do not be late! It really messes up the speed dating rotation for all involved. We will start with a 20 minute mingle from 5:30 to 5:50 PM. Then we will do a speed dating style meet as we did last time\, 2-3 minutes depending on # of people signed up. Grab a seat\, and meet someone interesting\, rotate and do it again. So the math: if there are 30 of each single\, it means 60-90 minutes of meeting someone. \n3. Do not leave early\, it is unfair to the remaining people since now there is an uneven matchup\, and frankly\, kinda rude dissing the remaining crowd. \n4. Have your QR Code from LinkedIn ready to go. Scan the code of the person you are speaking with\, either from your picture app or from the LinkedIn app. \n5. Just like that\, you are connected. If you feel you want to explore more than just the 2-3 minute conversation\, each can now safely decide to share information beyond what is publicly on LinkedIn if they want to\, or not. \n6. No pressure\, no harassment. Maybe this leads to a professional connection only\, maybe a coffee date\, maybe more\, or maybe it didn’t click. Just remember\, we are a small community\, be nice to each other. \nTherefore\, welcome to our third singles only event – and remember: \n\nYou should be single. As in really\, actually single. Not in a bad relationship looking for an exit ramp\, living with your ex while separated\, married in Tijuana but don’t think it’s valid\, or in a situationship that is “complex”. Single.\nThis is a no pressure situation\, and your primary goals at this event are to meet people\, have an open mind that you could date someone here\, have a beverage or two\, and have fun. Maybe you meet someone you can date\, maybe not\, it’s OK either way.\n\nFinally – try NOT to talk about what you do for work. You can already see that on the LinkedIn app\, and that is just not good “get to know you” conversation. Here are some things to discuss. \nA. Have you met or failed that New Years Resolution you made?\nB. What TV series are you binging right now and why?\nC. Where was your last vacation? \nI hope you sign up for this\, have a great time\, and we will see how it goes for our third Singles Only meetup! \nAll attendees please note: This is a public space where photos may be taken by various people. They often end up on social media and may be used by the organizers as they choose. \nLiability Disclosure – The sole function of the organizers in this group is to arrange the theme and time of the event. Each person (including guest members) who signs up for an event is responsible for his or her own safety. By signing up for an event organized by this group\, you and your guest(s) are acknowledging that you are all aware of the risks\, dangers and hazards associated with any event and freely accept and fully assume all such risks\, dangers and hazards\, and further agree to release and discharge this Meetup group & its organizers from and against any and all liability arising from you and your guest(s) participation in any of the group events.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/biotech-beach-brews-singles-only/
LOCATION:Kilowatt Brewing Kearny Mesa\, 7576 Clairemont Mesa Boulevard\, San Diego\, United States
CATEGORIES:Biotech & Life Sciences
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260325T200000
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SUMMARY:Engineering the Lunar Frontier: Mitigating risks for both hypervelocity impacts and Cislunar PNT time lag
DESCRIPTION:“Engineering the Lunar Frontier: \nMitigating risks for both hypervelocity impacts and Cislunar PNT time lag” \nOur speaker today is a leader in the intersection of national security space and planetary \nscience. A retired Navy Commander and designated Space Operations Officer\, he has spent \nover 30 years managing high-stakes missions—from directing space indications and \nwarnings at Vandenberg Space Force Base to heading critical EMI mitigation for billion- \ndollar satellite constellations at SPAWAR. \nHe has a remarkable track record of taking advanced technology from conceptual research \nto global operations for agencies like the NRO and US Space Command. Today\, he serves \nas the Principal Investigator for Project ARMOR\, where he is leading the charge in \ncharacterizing hypervelocity impact risks to future lunar infrastructure. Please join me in \nwelcoming the Founder of Mintaka Space Systems and the Mariner Space Institute\, Dr. Jacob Yates.”
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/engineering-the-lunar-frontier-mitigating-risks-for-both-hypervelocity-impacts-and-cislunar-pnt-time-lag/
LOCATION:10401 Roselle Street\, 10401 Roselle Street\, San Diego\, CA\, 92121\, United States
CATEGORIES:Engineering & Developers
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260325T200000
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CREATED:20260325T055252Z
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SUMMARY:Nucleate SD: Inside Market Identification and Landscaping Analysis
DESCRIPTION:​How do you turn a promising technology into a viable business opportunity? In this session\, experts will discuss how to identify the right target market from a technology-driven perspective and evaluate the competitive landscape. The conversation will explore practical frameworks for assessing market need\, positioning innovations\, and understanding existing players shaping the field. This panel is designed to give early-stage founders and scientists insight into how successful biotech ventures define and validate their market opportunity. \n​Panelists: \n​David Crean \n​Marisa Elliott \n​Phong Tran \n​Venkatramana Pegadaraju \n​About the Host:​ \n​​Nucleate is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering the next generation of biotech leaders. With chapters spanning 41 geographic regions and participation from over 280 academic institutions\, Nucleate sparks new intellectual communities and embeds emerging talent within a global biotech community. Through open-access educational programming\, Nucleate helps democratize biotech innovation — removing barriers and helping founders concentrate on building transformational technologies. Visit www.nucleate.xyz for more information\, and visit https://nucleate.xyz/privacy-policy/ to read our privacy policy. \n​​We want to thank our HQ supporters for championing our open-access mission and empowering the next generation of biotech entrepreneurs! \n​​Platinum: Eli Lilly and Company\, Genentech\, Alnylam Pharmaceuticals\, MilliporeSigma \n​​Philanthropic Support: Lyda Hill Philanthropies \n​​Preferred Partners: Pillar VC\, Amino Collective\, Excedr\, Mercury\, Brex\, Fedsprout \n​​In-Kind Support: AcademicLabs\, Lens.org\, SynBioBeta
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/nucleate-sd-inside-market-identification-and-landscaping-analysis/
LOCATION:Rady School of Management\, 10065 Scholars Dr N\, La Jolla\, CA\, 92093\, United States
CATEGORIES:Biotech & Life Sciences
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260325T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260325T200000
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CREATED:20260323T065606Z
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SUMMARY:Identifying Truthful Media in the Age of Misinformation
DESCRIPTION:🧠 Featuring Jackie Bryant\, is a journalist\, writer\, editor\, and content strategist.\nShe’s currently a professor at San Diego State University\, content director and editor for Leaf Magazines\, makes content for brands\, and is a co-host of San Diego Magazine’s Happy Half Hour podcast. Previously she was managing editor and content strategist at San Diego Magazine.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/identifying-truthful-media-in-the-age-of-misinformation/
LOCATION:North Park\, North Park\, San Diego\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260325T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260325T220000
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CREATED:20251211T051726Z
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SUMMARY:March Mingle XX
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendar for March 25th\, 2026. It’s SD Tech Scene’s main event March Mingle. Each year we get 500 of our friends together for an evening of networking \, food and drinks. \nJoin the communality and make sure to RSVP as tickets will sell out.
URL:https://sdtechscene.org/event/march-mingle-xx/
LOCATION:Novo Brazil Brewing Mission Valley\, 1640 Camino Del Rio N Suite 341\, San Diego\, CA\, 92108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Building,Networking,Startups & Founders
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