15 virtual and in-person tech community events for September

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Summer may be unofficially over, but things are heating up in the tech community.

September is packed with online and IRL happenings for technologists and entrepreneurs, including resources for founders, networking opportunities and celebrations of your local ecosystem. This roundup has everything you need to grow your career, boost your business and make valuable connections.

Check out the links below and browse the Technical.ly company directory for more info on the host orgs, and for more local tech community events (or to promote your own), visit Technical.ly’s Events board.

Friday, September 6

• Climate Justice Field School Community Showcase — “Come learn about climate justice work in Philadelphia and beyond with the first class of Climate Justice Field School interns and their partner organizations!” Hosted by Temple University Geography and Urban Studies.

Tuesday, September 10

• TEDCO’s DefTech Monthly Office Hours — “Come to the office hours to discuss how DefTech can support your business by leveraging cutting-edge technology, facilities, equipment, and expertise found in the Maryland Department of Defense Labs.” Hosted by TEDCO.

Wednesday, September 11

• Emerging Company Key Considerations for AI — “Please join us for the next installment of our Startup & Accelerate webinar series, focused on Emerging Company Key Considerations for AI.” Hosted by Morgan Lewis.

Thursday, September 12

• Resources to Build Your Life Sciences Company in the Baltimore Region — “Learn about new resources and initiatives in the Baltimore region that are supporting technology development. We’ll explore a variety of venture and innovation programs, including Connect Labs Baltimore. Our panelists will shed light on what is happening to create new systems of support and how it impacts our region.” Hosted by University of Maryland BioPark. 
• How Community Health Needs Can and Should Inform Your Value Prop for Healthcare – Venture Café Philadelphia — “Using the Health System Community Needs Assessment in developing market priorities and value propositions. Part of our C-Suite Skills for Startup Founders Series.” Hosted by University City Science Center.
• How Multi-Sector Collaboration Accelerates Healthcare Innovation – Venture Café Philadelphia — “Venture Café connects innovators to make things happen. We are a neutral and trusted center of gravity that connects the entire ecosystem and is available to everyone. Through our programs we routinely activate ecosystems, creating continuous exchange and conversation.” Hosted by University City Science Center.

Monday, September 16

• Zip Code Virtual Admissions Session — “Get information about both 12-week programs during this session. Our Candidate Recruiter will cover the curriculum, financial assistance, job placement and more! Zip Code Wilmington now offers two 12-week immersive coding programs! The Java bootcamp teaches object-oriented programming with a focus on Java, one of the most in-demand and highest paying programming languages in the country. The Data Engineering and Analytics bootcamp focuses on data engineering methods and processes, database setup, and R programming with an introduction to Python. Both programs are held Monday-Friday from 9am-5pm (Tuesdays & Thursdays are 8am-5pm). There are also required evening sessions 1-2 nights a week.” Hosted by Zip Code Wilmington. 

Tuesday, September 17

• Maximize Your SBIR/STTR Success: A Workshop for NIH Proposal Preparation — “Is your company considering or planning on submitting a proposal for SBIR/STTR funding through the National Institutes of Health (NIH)? During this workshop, our expert will provide important information about SBIR/STTR funding and instruct participants on how to craft a competitive proposal that meets the unique requirements of the NIH.” Hosted by University City Science Center.

Wednesday, September 18

• Maryland Free Breakfast Series – Maryland’s Independent Agencies: Good Government with Private-Sector Sensibilities — “Join us at breakfast to hear about the scores of independent agencies in Maryland, how they work, and why they are examples of good government. Although part of the executive branch, they operate as independent units of government and often employ private-sector approaches. Our dynamic speakers run two important agencies: Maryland Environmental Service and the Technology Development Corporation (TEDCO). Both are engineers with extensive experience in the private sector and academia prior to assuming their current roles.” Supported by TEDCO.
• PitchMasters — “At this virtual, workshop-style event, companies seeking to become ‘pitch-perfect’ will present their investor decks to the group and receive feedback to help refine their pitch before they go in front of investors. This is a great opportunity for companies to get ready for that ‘ask.’ Founders receive 6 minutes to pitch and 5 minutes of feedback.” Hosted by NEXT powered by Shulman Rogers. 

Wednesday, September 25

• 1Philadelphia Fall Meetup — “Don’t miss this chance to expand your network and gain valuable insights while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of the Pennovation Works. Join us for the next 1PHL Meetup on September 25th. Grab a drink, network with other technologists, and most importantly make connections!” Hosted by 1Philadelphia. 
• Investment Open Forum Hosted by: Jean-Luc Park, Senior Director, Social Impact Funds — “Attend the Open Forum to learn more about TEDCO’s Investment Funds and let TEDCO learn more about your company.” Hosted by TEDCO.

Thursday, September 26

• Navigating Health System IT Requirements for Healthcare Founders – Venture Café Philadelphia — “Navigating health system IT security requirements. Part of our C-Suite Skills for Startup Founders Series.” Hosted by University City Science Center.

Friday, September 27

• Founders Q&A with Anthony Millin — “An open session for founders to ask serial entrepreneur, venture capital partner, startup attorney, and Founder of NEXT powered by Shulman Rogers Anthony Millin questions about launching and growing a company.” Hosted by NEXT powered by Shulman Rogers.

Monday, September 30

• Zip Code Virtual Admissions Session — “Get information about both 12-week programs during this session. Our Candidate Recruiter will cover the curriculum, financial assistance, job placement and more! Zip Code Wilmington now offers two 12-week immersive coding programs! The Java bootcamp teaches object-oriented programming with a focus on Java, one of the most in-demand and highest paying programming languages in the country. The Data Engineering and Analytics bootcamp focuses on data engineering methods and processes, database setup, and R programming with an introduction to Python. Both programs are held Monday-Friday from 9am-5pm (Tuesdays & Thursdays are 8am-5pm). There are also required evening sessions 1-2 nights a week.” Hosted by Zip Code Wilmington.

Looking to get out more in your local tech community? Explore the Technical.ly company directory to learn about orgs making moves in the ecosystem and the Technical.ly Events board to find opportunities to connect.