What is GTF? 2023 will be a full 2 days at Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.! Presented by ChicoSTART and Powered by Build with Ferguson, GrowTECH FEST is the largest and only entrepreneurial tech conference you will find north of Sacramento. The event brings together startups, investors, entrepreneurs, techies, students, educators, business owners and community leaders.

Why Attend? START: Begin your growTECH FEST journey!

INSPIRE: Get inspired by a line-up of keynotes, business startup icon interviews, startups stories and industry speakers who will present their personal experiences, innovative ideas + tools, and journeys to success.

EDUCATE: Hear from Industry Speakers that will offer the tools you need to succeed.

INNOVATE: Meet and learn more about innovative local startups growing their businesses in our local community and region with the opportunity to transform the future for your company and your community.

INVEST: Support our region’s thriving tech and entrepreneurial ecosystem and the next generation of entrepreneurs!

CONNECT: Benefit from networking opportunities by connecting with other entrepreneurs, startups, small businesses, mentors and investors.

If you love our NorCal region, join us for this 2-day experience at Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. that will leave you wanting to be part of something bigger and more impactful, contributing to growing Northern California’s valuable entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Both days include lunch. Day 2 includes ChicoSTART 10 Year Anniversary Reception.
*STUDENTS ARE FREE! *Currently enrolled students only.Register with school email address.

Reach out for promo code via email, Instagram, or Facebook! Or stop by Chico State's Center for Entrepreneurship at the College of Business. Email: growtechfest@gmail.com