May 14, 2015
STOCKTON, CA- After a successful inaugural year, the Downtown Stockton Alliance (DSA) and Huddle are once again looking for the region’s most promising startups to take part in the second round of the DSA Entrepreneur Lab program. The DSA Entrepreneur Lab provides resources to area entrepreneurs who are seeking to grow their venture in Downtown Stockton, which is quickly becoming a magnet for innovators and creative types alike.
The program is sponsored by an Economic Vitality Grant from Pacific Gas & Electric as well as the City of Stockton. Eligible applicants include the following, but are not limited to: technology startups, agritech companies, digital marketing companies, web/graphic design, copy/technical writers, and social entrepreneurs.
“This is an excellent opportunity for startup entrepreneurs or those who need to accelerate their business growth”, said Cindi Fargo, CEO of the Downtown Stockton Alliance. “The Entrepreneur Lab services and location are very favorable for collaboration and growth in the midst of the dynamic environment of Downtown Stockton”.
The DSA Entrepreneur Lab provides services that startups need to grow and thrive. Members get access to area venture capital groups such as the San Joaquin Angels. Entrepreneur Lab members are also provided with business development workshops in areas such as brand development, social media management, small business accounting, business law. The San Joaquin County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and the Small Business Development Center at Delta College are also partners in the program, providing networking and professional resources to Entrepreneur Lab participants. At the end of the program, all members will take part in a pitch fest event for a chance to win $5,000.
DSA Entrepreneur Lab participants will be housed in the heart of Downtown Stockton at Huddle, the area’s premiere coworking office space. Members receive 24/7 access to Huddle which includes printing, conference room usage, parking, event space, lightning fast wi fi, front desk attendant and free coffee roasted onsite courtesy of Jesus Mountain Coffee.
Starting on Thursday, May 14th , interested individuals can apply online at www.dsael.com . The application period will be open for five weeks until June 21st . Finalists will be selected to participate in a pitch fest on June 25th where they will present their venture to the DSA Entrepreneur Lab committee for final selection into the program, which commences on July 1st.
The second round of the DSA Entrepreneur Lab—which includes a new logo, website and promotional material will be unveiled this Thursday, May 14th from 5:00 to 7:00pm at Huddle, 235 North San Joaquin Street. The event is free and open to the public. Complimentary food and drinks will be provided as well. For more information please visit www.dsael.com or contact Jasmine Leek, Huddle Executive Director at jasmine@huddlecowork.com or 209-323-4389.