About us
Welcome to Startup Oasis!
Startup Oasis is a startup hackathon community (startup founders bring in their startup to pitch, then they get a breakout room and you can then work with them like a hackathon). This community is for startup founders, developers, investors, marketers, and anyone else in the startup ecosystem that wants to start a business, help a founder, or join a business.
(Stay in the Startup Oasis by joining our newsletter!)
We meet in person and virtually on a regular basis. Each event is the same format: we start with the introduction of the process at the beginning. Founders sign up to pitch their businesses, then the event functions like a pitch competition - except no judges, no winners, nor lengthy feedback. The goal is to get everyone into breakout groups as soon as possible. During the pitches, the founders tell us their biggest needs. After the last pitch, the hackathon starts. Founders get their own breakout groups, and you can help the founders based on their needs. You can move between groups and talk about strategies and tactics. People have been able to start a business as a result of these hackathons!
Our events are free to attend. If you would like to donate to support the community, you can do so through Pledge below.
Upcoming events
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Find a Cofounder, Help or Join a Startup
Frontier Tower @ Spaceship / Floor 2, 995 Market Street, San Francisco, San Francisco, CA, USWelcome to Startup Oasis!
If you are a startup founder, investor, developer, marketer, or anyone else in the tech ecosystem looking to start, join, or help a tech startup, this event is for you! Founders pitch their startups to the attendees; then, you can join a breakout room/area (that we curate) to talk to the founders, ask questions, and give feedback. People have been able to start a business as a result of this process. You are welcome to just watch as well.
If you would like to pitch, RSVP here, and you can sign up on the day of the event. This event is free to attend. You can also support us with a donation.
We are visiting SF for TechCrunch Disrupt and will host this special event for the 4th year running!
The official registration page is here.
(Stay in the Startup Oasis by joining the newsletter!)​🤝 Who should attend:
- ​Startup founders
- ​Engineers & builders
- ​Designers & marketers
- ​Investors & operators
Schedule:
6:00 PM PDT - Doors Open for networking. Sign up at the check-in table if you want to pitch your startup.
6:45 - Founders are chosen to pitch.
7:00 - Startup Oasis Begins, Founders Pitch.
7:30 to 9:00 PM - Founders break off into break-out groups, and attendees can move around and help one another for the remainder of the time
9:00 - Head to happy hour offsiteStartup Oasis was created to pierce the illusion of accessibility of startups and tech by creating a grassroots forum for early-stage founders to pitch to those in the tech ecosystem to get real-time feedback for their idea or business.
Use this link to:
- Follow us on LinkedIn
- Join our community
- Donate to our cause
- Visit our website
- Sign up for our newsletter
​Nearby Transit:
- ​BART: Powell Street Station is a 4-minute walk away
- ​Bus & Street Car: Get off at the Market & Taylor stop
- ​Car Parking: secure decks available nearby
​FAQ:
​Is this event free to attend? Yes - Startup Oasis will always be free for anyone to attend. If you would like to donate, you can buy a VIP ticket, and it will be appreciated! You can also talk to us about volunteer and sponsorship opportunities.
​How do I get inside the venue? Look for the front entrance on Market Street.
​Am I eligible to pitch? You must be the founder or on the leadership team of a technology-based startup to be eligible to pitch. You can be early stage (pre-funding, pre-revenue, or pre-MVP) up to series A. Consultants, firms, and agencies cannot pitch their services - please join a breakout to speak with the founders.
​How do I sign up to pitch? RSVP here and sign up on the list at the check-in desk on the day of the event. That will also determine the order. You can also buy a VIP ticket to support our cause and guarantee you a spot to pitch.
​What happens after the pitches? The breakout groups form for the remainder of the event. Each founder gets a breakout room and you can talk with them more there about their business and needs.
​Can I take photos or videos? Yes, please be respectful when doing so. You can tag Startup Oasis on LinkedIn. If you have a video or YouTube show, you are welcome to interview founders and attendees.4 attendees
Find a Co-Founder, Help or Join a Tech Startup
·OnlineOnlineWelcome to Startup Oasis!
The official registration page is here.
If you are a startup founder, developer, UX designer, marketer, or anyone else in the tech ecosystem looking to start, join, or help a tech startup, this event is for you!
Founders pitch their startups to the audience, then those in the audience can join the founders' own breakout rooms to continue building, workshopping, and/or onboarding the startup. The audience will vote on a winner who will advance to the championship round at the end of the year.
(Stay in the Startup Oasis by joining the newsletter!)
If you are a Founder and you come away with teammates, DO NOT LET IT GO TO WASTE. This windfall of resources may change your perspective, but remember you were just in the desert, trying to find human capital. Schedule weekly benchmark calls, keep them excited about the vision, be open to input, and celebrate small wins.
We are meeting on Zoom - the link is here in the listing.
Agenda:
5:00pm – 5:10pm PDT
Intros: while people trickle in, we introduce ourselves and the structure so you can get the most out of it.5:10pm - 5:30pm
Pitches: startup founders have 3 minutes to pitch their businesses to everyone - they will tell us their biggest business needs or obstacles. The pitches have no Q&A - any questions can be asked in the breakouts. We will have two rounds of pitching if more than 10 founders sign up.5:30pm – onward
Breakout Groups: each founder who pitched gets one. You can choose which breakout to join to have a deeper discussion with the founder.Use this link to:
- Follow us on LinkedIn & YouTube
- Join our global online community
- Donate to our cause
- Visit our website
- Sign up for our newsletter
FAQ:
Is this event free to attend? Yes - Startup Oasis will always be free for anyone to attend. If you would like to donate, you can buy a VIP ticket here and it will be appreciated! You can also talk to us about volunteer opportunities.How do I sign up to pitch? RSVP here. Right when the event starts, fill out the form and then raise your hand on Zoom. That will also determine the order. You can also buy a VIP ticket to support our cause and guarantee you a spot to pitch. To be eligible to pitch, you must be the cofounder of a technology-based startup. Agencies, consultants, coaches, and nonprofits are not eligible to pitch, but you can still watch the pitches and join the breakouts.
What happens after the pitches? The breakout groups open for the remainder of the event. Each founder gets a breakout room, and you can talk more about their business and needs with them.
Can I invite other people that I know? Yes - please have them RSVP here or on Eventbrite.
How do I get the most out of this event?
- Founders - We are not here to critique your pitch, just to help you find teammates, cofounders, and feedback from other professionals. Make sure your pitch is 3 minutes or less and clear about what your biggest needs are.
- Attendees - If you are new to startups and tech, feel free to just watch with no pressure to participate. If you are looking to join a startup or find a side project, make sure you take notes during the pitches to join the group of the founder that you're most interested in helping. Most founders need help with either developing the product or with a go-to-market strategy.
Do we meet in person? We do this event in Atlanta, GA each month. We have launched a chapter in SF that meets in the downtown area. If you'd like to help us organize, please let us know!
5 attendeesFind a Co-Founder, Help or Join a Tech Startup
·OnlineOnlineWelcome to Startup Oasis!
The official registration page is here.
If you are a startup founder, developer, UX designer, marketer, or anyone else in the tech ecosystem looking to start, join, or help a tech startup, this event is for you!
Founders pitch their startups to the audience, then those in the audience can join the founders' own breakout rooms to continue building, workshopping, and/or onboarding the startup. The audience will vote on a winner who will advance to the championship round at the end of the year.
(Stay in the Startup Oasis by joining the newsletter!)
If you are a Founder and you come away with teammates, DO NOT LET IT GO TO WASTE. This windfall of resources may change your perspective, but remember you were just in the desert, trying to find human capital. Schedule weekly benchmark calls, keep them excited about the vision, be open to input, and celebrate small wins.
We are meeting on Zoom - the link is here in the listing.
Agenda:
5:00pm – 5:10pm PDT
Intros: while people trickle in, we introduce ourselves and the structure so you can get the most out of it.5:10pm - 5:30pm
Pitches: startup founders have 3 minutes to pitch their businesses to everyone - they will tell us their biggest business needs or obstacles. The pitches have no Q&A - any questions can be asked in the breakouts. We will have two rounds of pitching if more than 10 founders sign up.5:30pm – onward
Breakout Groups: each founder who pitched gets one. You can choose which breakout to join to have a deeper discussion with the founder.Use this link to:
- Follow us on LinkedIn & YouTube
- Join our global online community
- Donate to our cause
- Visit our website
- Sign up for our newsletter
FAQ:
Is this event free to attend? Yes - Startup Oasis will always be free for anyone to attend. If you would like to donate, you can buy a VIP ticket here and it will be appreciated! You can also talk to us about volunteer opportunities.How do I sign up to pitch? RSVP here. Right when the event starts, fill out the form and then raise your hand on Zoom. That will also determine the order. You can also buy a VIP ticket to support our cause and guarantee you a spot to pitch. To be eligible to pitch, you must be the cofounder of a technology-based startup. Agencies, consultants, coaches, and nonprofits are not eligible to pitch, but you can still watch the pitches and join the breakouts.
What happens after the pitches? The breakout groups open for the remainder of the event. Each founder gets a breakout room, and you can talk more about their business and needs with them.
Can I invite other people that I know? Yes - please have them RSVP here or on Eventbrite.
How do I get the most out of this event?
- Founders - We are not here to critique your pitch, just to help you find teammates, cofounders, and feedback from other professionals. Make sure your pitch is 3 minutes or less and clear about what your biggest needs are.
- Attendees - If you are new to startups and tech, feel free to just watch with no pressure to participate. If you are looking to join a startup or find a side project, make sure you take notes during the pitches to join the group of the founder that you're most interested in helping. Most founders need help with either developing the product or with a go-to-market strategy.
Do we meet in person? We do this event in Atlanta, GA each month. We have launched a chapter in SF that meets in the downtown area. If you'd like to help us organize, please let us know!
3 attendeesFind a Co-Founder, Help or Join a Tech Startup
·OnlineOnlineWelcome to Startup Oasis!
The official registration page is here.
If you are a startup founder, developer, UX designer, marketer, or anyone else in the tech ecosystem looking to start, join, or help a tech startup, this event is for you!
Founders pitch their startups to the audience, then those in the audience can join the founders' own breakout rooms to continue building, workshopping, and/or onboarding the startup. The audience will vote on a winner who will advance to the championship round at the end of the year.
(Stay in the Startup Oasis by joining the newsletter!)
If you are a Founder and you come away with teammates, DO NOT LET IT GO TO WASTE. This windfall of resources may change your perspective, but remember you were just in the desert, trying to find human capital. Schedule weekly benchmark calls, keep them excited about the vision, be open to input, and celebrate small wins.
We are meeting on Zoom - the link is here in the listing.
Agenda:
5:00pm – 5:10pm PDT
Intros: while people trickle in, we introduce ourselves and the structure so you can get the most out of it.5:10pm - 5:30pm
Pitches: startup founders have 3 minutes to pitch their businesses to everyone - they will tell us their biggest business needs or obstacles. The pitches have no Q&A - any questions can be asked in the breakouts. We will have two rounds of pitching if more than 10 founders sign up.5:30pm – onward
Breakout Groups: each founder who pitched gets one. You can choose which breakout to join to have a deeper discussion with the founder.Use this link to:
- Follow us on LinkedIn & YouTube
- Join our global online community
- Donate to our cause
- Visit our website
- Sign up for our newsletter
FAQ:
Is this event free to attend? Yes - Startup Oasis will always be free for anyone to attend. If you would like to donate, you can buy a VIP ticket here and it will be appreciated! You can also talk to us about volunteer opportunities.How do I sign up to pitch? RSVP here. Right when the event starts, fill out the form and then raise your hand on Zoom. That will also determine the order. You can also buy a VIP ticket to support our cause and guarantee you a spot to pitch. To be eligible to pitch, you must be the cofounder of a technology-based startup. Agencies, consultants, coaches, and nonprofits are not eligible to pitch, but you can still watch the pitches and join the breakouts.
What happens after the pitches? The breakout groups open for the remainder of the event. Each founder gets a breakout room, and you can talk more about their business and needs with them.
Can I invite other people that I know? Yes - please have them RSVP here or on Eventbrite.
How do I get the most out of this event?
- Founders - We are not here to critique your pitch, just to help you find teammates, cofounders, and feedback from other professionals. Make sure your pitch is 3 minutes or less and clear about what your biggest needs are.
- Attendees - If you are new to startups and tech, feel free to just watch with no pressure to participate. If you are looking to join a startup or find a side project, make sure you take notes during the pitches to join the group of the founder that you're most interested in helping. Most founders need help with either developing the product or with a go-to-market strategy.
Do we meet in person? We do this event in Atlanta, GA each month. We have launched a chapter in SF that meets in the downtown area. If you'd like to help us organize, please let us know!
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