We’re in the thick of summer, and while it can be tempting to stay inside and avoid August’s hot, muggy days, you’d also miss all the sunshine and activity you can’t get in the colder seasons.

The tech community has lots going on this month, from networking events to info sessions to workshops for technologists and founders. 

The University of Maryland BioPark is celebrating women in biotech, the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia is hosting a gathering for young professionals, and Research Triangle Park is highlighting energy innovations in North Carolina. Innovation Works and TEDCO are providing opportunities to meet investors. The Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center has a series of free online classes for founders and is accepting applications for its Milestone Circles 12-week program. The future is looking so bright, you might want to put on sunglasses to explore this roundup.

Check out the links below, and for more local tech community events (or to promote your own), visit the #events channel in Technical.ly’s free community Slack.

Tuesday, Aug. 4

  • Outside In: Level Up Ventures — “Innovation Works bring leading venture capital investors to our local founders through our Outside In series. Join us for a lively discussion between  Damian Murray, investor and strategist at Level Up Ventures and Derrick Maultsby, Managing Associate with FBT Gibbons.” Hosted by Innovation Works.
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Wednesday, Aug. 5

  • Scaling to Exit — “For high-growth founders, scaling is often the primary focus—but the most successful entrepreneurs build with the end in mind. Whether your long-term goal is acquisition, strategic partnership, private equity investment, or another liquidity event, the decisions you make today can significantly impact your future options and company value. The Nasdaq Center is excited to welcome Fleur Madden, a 3x-exited founder, investor, and board chair, for a candid conversation on Scaling to Exit. Having successfully built and exited businesses across multiple industries—including beauty, community, and agency services—while expanding internationally, Fleur brings firsthand experience navigating the challenges and opportunities that come with scaling companies for long-term value creation.” Hosted by the Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center.
  • Arlington Growth Accelerator Information Session — “Ready to take your business to the next level? Join us on Aug. 5, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. to learn about the Arlington Growth Accelerator, a selective leadership program for established Arlington businesses ready to scale. In partnership with SCORE, the program helps business owners develop a practical four-year growth plan through expert instruction, peer learning and one-on-one mentorship. Attend the information session to learn about eligibility, program benefits, key dates and the application process.” Hosted by Arlington Economic Development.
  • From Idea to MVP: How to Plan, Design and Build a Startup App — “Most founders build the wrong thing first — burning months and money on features nobody asked for. In this hybrid session, MOS Creative CEO Max Kryzhanovskiy breaks down how to plan, design, and build an MVP that actually tests your idea. You’ll leave with a clear framework for your next build, plus a look at the AI-assisted workflows speeding up development right now.” Hosted by Howard County Economic Development Authority.

Thursday, Aug. 6

  • Framework First: Cohesive Business Modeling for Clarity — “The Nasdaq Center is excited to be joined by Shantell Thomas — Managing Founder at Inside Out Strategies — for a strategic session designed to help founders and operators bring clarity to how their business actually works. Framework First™ introduces a simple, repeatable framework to define your business across three essential dimensions: Customer, Product, and Ecosystem.” Hosted by the Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center.

Monday, Aug. 10

  • Build Your Own Ecosystem Market | Part of Baltimore Coworking Week — “As part of Spark’s 10-Year Anniversary celebration, we’re bringing together the people and organizations that make Baltimore’s entrepreneurial community thrive. The Build Your Own Ecosystem Market is an interactive experience designed to help entrepreneurs, professionals, and community members discover the connections that fuel growth. Registration also includes complimentary coworking at Spark for the day.” Hosted by Spark Coworking with media partnership from Technical.ly.

Tuesday, Aug. 11

  • From Bench to Boardroom: Women driving innovation across Biotech — “Innovation in the pharmaceutical industry is advancing at an unprecedented pace, driven by collaboration across pharma, biotech, academia, and the broader life sciences ecosystem. Join the ISPE Women in Pharma Committee for a dynamic panel discussion featuring women leaders shaping the future of innovation. Hear insights on career growth, leadership, emerging technologies, and cross-industry partnerships, then continue the conversation during a networking reception with professionals, entrepreneurs, researchers, and students from across the life sciences community.” Hosted by ISPE and the University of Maryland BioPark.
  • Civic Tech DC Project Night —“Join us for an evening of collaborative problem-solving as we work on a variety of civic tech projects together. Project needs vary but often include brainstorming, researching, writing, coding, or analyzing data. Meet other civic tech enthusiasts. Learn new skills. Contribute to a project to improve a local civic issue. All are welcome and collaboration is encouraged. Laptops are recommended but not required.” Hosted by Civic Tech DC with media partnership from Technical.ly.

Wednesday, Aug. 12

  • Lunch and Learn – Building an HR Roadmap on a Startup Budget — “Every startup eventually hits the same wall: people problems that money alone can’t fix, and not enough budget to throw at them yet. In this 90 minute session, we’ll dig into how to sequence your HR priorities as you grow, which systems actually need to exist on day one versus day one hundred, and how to build a people function that scales with you — from spreadsheets and good instincts to your first HR hire. You’ll walk away with a clearer lens for building the right HR foundation at the right time, without overspending on infrastructure you don’t need yet.” Hosted by Ben Franklin Technology Partners.
  • Philadelphia Founders Sessions — “Join TiE Philadelphia and Ben Franklin Technology Partners for the first installment of Philadelphia Founders Sessions — a new series of intimate conversations with the entrepreneurs building Philadelphia’s next generation of companies. Each session brings together local founders for a candid discussion about their journeys: the decisions that shaped their companies, the challenges they’ve faced along the way, and the lessons they’ve learned building a business from the ground up.” Hosted by TiE Philadelphia and Ben Franklin Technology Partners.
  • YPC Networking at Gather Food Hall — “Join the Young Professionals Council for an evening built around what YPC does best: connecting ambitious young leaders across industries. With more than 1,500 members working in nearly every corner of Greater Philadelphia, this is the room where conversations turn into collaborators, mentors, clients, and friends. Come ready to leave with a few more contacts than you walked in with.” Hosted by the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia.
  • Science in the City — “Join us for Science in the City, a relaxed, no-pressure happy hour designed to bring together innovators, entrepreneurs, researchers, creatives, and resource leaders from across the Baltimore region. Whether you’re looking to spark new ideas, build meaningful connections, explore collaborations, or simply unwind after work with people shaping Baltimore’s innovation ecosystem, this is a welcoming space to mix, mingle, and connect. No pitches, panels, or formal agenda — just good conversation, new faces, and an opportunity to strengthen relationships across the city’s growing science, technology, and innovation community.” Hosted by the University of Maryland BioPark.
  • Tech a Walk — “Join us for a relaxed two mile walk with lightly facilitated conversations and an opportunity to connect with other professionals.” Hosted by Tech Council of Delaware. 

Thursday, Aug. 13

  • OOO MeetUp for the Gaming Industry — “Work in the gaming industry or interested to know more about it? This meetup, co-hosted by International Game Developers Association NC-Triangle Chapter, is for you! We’ll discuss the ever-evolving role of games and game design principles in the tech and products we use every day.” Hosted by Research Triangle Park.
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Tuesday, Aug. 18

  • Marketing Momentum: Build Predictable Systems That Scale — “For high-growth startups, great marketing is almost always built on systems that consistently generate awareness, qualified leads, and measurable growth. As your company scales, you’ll need more than isolated tactics; you’ll need a marketing engine that delivers predictable results, adapts as your business evolves, and supports long-term growth objectives. The Nasdaq Center is excited to be joined by Kristina Bartold, Cofounder at The Social Snippet, for a strategic session designed for high-growth impact entrepreneurs ready to transform marketing from a collection of activities into a repeatable growth engine.” Hosted by the Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center.
  • Charm City Coffee & Culture: You’re Welcome! Baltimore, A City of Firsts — “For centuries Baltimore has been a city of innovation, imagination, and invention. We’ve always challenged the norm and thought outside of the box, so it’s no wonder why we’ve been called the City of Firsts. From the mighty B&O to the humble bottlecap, learn how Baltimoreans helped shape the modern world and how so much of what we often take for granted today, originated right here in Charm City!” Hosted by the University of Maryland BioPark.

Wednesday, Aug. 19

  • Philly Builds AI Founder Series: Your AI Isn’t the Product. The User Experience Is — “The AI startups actually winning aren’t the ones with the flashiest tech… they are the ones that deeply understand who they’re building for and the pain points their users experience. In this talk, Beth Garrison argues that the true competitive advantage in AI isn’t what happens under the hood; it’s understanding the lived experience of users. We’ll explore how to uncover real user needs before writing a line of code, why a compelling AI demo may not translate into a successful product, and what it takes to design AI features that people trust, adopt, and keep using.” Hosted by Philly Builds AI and Ben Franklin Technology Partners.
  • Storytelling for Impact — “Every time you step onto a stage, into a boardroom, or in front of a camera, you have an opportunity to do more than share information—you have an opportunity to shift the conversation. No matter where you are in your entrepreneurial journey, the ability to tell a great story can help you create connection, inspire action, and make your message unforgettable. The Nasdaq Center is thrilled to be joined by author and speaker Ken Daigle for an engaging and practical session on the art of storytelling.” Hosted by the Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center.
  • TEDCO’s Venture Development Open Forum — “Join TEDCO’s Venture Development team for a monthly Open Forum — a recurring lunchtime discussion designed to keep Maryland’s entrepreneurial ecosystem connected, informed, and empowered. Held every third Wednesday at 12 PM, we’ll highlight the tools, services, and funding offered through Venture Development to help early-stage tech companies and founders thrive. Whether you’re a first-time founder, a seasoned entrepreneur, or a support organization, this is your space to ask questions, gain insights, and connect with TEDCO’s Venture Development experts.” Hosted by TEDCO.
  • MIC Marketing Lab: Customer Decision Journey Mapping — “Most marketing gets built around what a business wants to say, not around how the customer is actually thinking. In this session, marketing strategist Moni Oloyede breaks down the customer decision journey — what your audience believes their problem is, what they’re already trying to solve it, and what’s quietly keeping them stuck. Then she puts it into practice: real MIC members get their marketing put on the hot seat, live, so you see the framework applied to an actual business, not a hypothetical.” Hosted by Howard County Economic Development Authority.

Thursday, Aug. 20

  • What Happens Before and After the Pitch — “The pitch is only one moment in the fundraising journey. Long before founders step into the room, investors are evaluating market dynamics, reviewing materials, researching the team, and deciding whether the opportunity merits deeper consideration. After the meeting ends, founders need to manage follow-up conversations, partner discussions, due diligence, and relationship building. These factors often determine whether a pitch ultimately becomes an investment. The Nasdaq Center is excited to be joined by Rachel Baruch, Partner at Growth Warrior Capital, for a strategic session designed to give high-growth founders an insider’s view of the fundraising process beyond the pitch itself.” Hosted by the Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center.
  • RTP180: Energy — “This month we are bringing in the experts to present their unique take on the innovations, research, technology, and creatives that are impacting Energy, especially those working here in North Carolina. Join us to learn about the cutting-edge science and innovations coming out of the region.” Hosted by Research Triangle Park.
  • TEDCO’s BRIDGE Program Open Forum — “Come to the Open Forum to learn more about TEDCO’s BRIDGE program and how it connects you to advisory services, access to capital, and region-wide resources to help grow and scale your business.” Hosted by TEDCO.
  • Business 2.0 Help for Entrepreneurs — “This free educational event is designed specifically for new, growing, and expanding businesses, providing valuable resources, expert guidance, and networking opportunities.” Hosted by the Delaware Small Business Chamber and the Delaware Division of Small Business.
  • DMV Workday Community Regional User Group — “Join Workday customers, practitioners, consultants, and technology leaders from across Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia at a community event providing a collaborative forum to explore the latest Workday innovations, share real-world implementation experiences, and exchange practical ideas across Human Capital Management (HCM), Financial Management, Integrations, Extend, AI, Reporting, and other emerging capabilities.” Hosted by DMV Workday Community with media partnership from Technical.ly.

Tuesday, Aug. 25

  • AI Automation: Scaling Your Startup with Intelligent Workflows — As your startup grows, so do the demands on your time. Repetitive administrative tasks, content creation, customer communications, and project management can quickly consume valuable hours that would be better spent on strategic growth. The founders who scale most effectively aren’t simply working harder — they’re building intelligent systems that automate routine work while keeping people focused on high-value decisions. The Nasdaq Center is excited to be joined by Courage Kimber — AI Trainer, Prompt Engineer, and Workflows Solutions Specialist — for a hands-on session designed to help founders leverage accessible AI tools to streamline operations and increase productivity.” Hosted by the Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center.

Wednesday, Aug. 26

  • Profit Centers: What’s Actually Making You Money — “Revenue tells only part of the story. As companies grow, adding customers, products, or services doesn’t always translate into greater profitability. The most successful founders know how to identify which parts of the business create lasting value, which quietly drain resources, and where to focus investments to maximize long-term growth. The Nasdaq Center is excited to be joined by Erin Pelicano, Founder Advisor at The Venture Project and Entrepreneurial Leadership Strategist, for a strategic session designed for high-growth founders looking to build more profitable, resilient businesses.” Hosted by the Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center.
  • TEDCO’s Investment Open Forum — “Come to the Open Forum to discuss topics related to venture capital investing and learn more about the TEDCO Investment Funds.” Hosted by TEDCO.

Thursday, Aug. 27

Looking to get out more in your local tech community? Explore the #events channel in Technical.ly’s free community Slack to find opportunities to connect.

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