Coworking + Accountability Online, Saturdays 9 am
Join us for Coworking + Accountability Online, a weekly get-together for business owners and mentors from the EntrePartners Braintrust. Think of it as a support group for entrepreneurs!
Members of the EntrePartners Innovation Center receive this perk for free -- non-members can join for $10/month. Register here!
Kauffman FastTrac® Powered By EntrePartners, spring cohort starting February 23
Kauffman FastTrac® is 10-week course designed for aspiring and early-stage entrepreneurs who are ready to turn their ideas into action. Whether you're launching your first venture or working to strengthen your business foundation, this program equips you with the knowledge, mentorship, and tools needed to move forward with clarity and confidence.
Side Gig Seminar Series
Startup and Small Business Taxes, January 22, 6 pm (Virtual)
The Side Gig Seminar series by EntrePartners covers everything you need to know to make your business more than just a hobby. In this session, we will cover what you can do now to prepare for this year's tax day and what you can do to prepare better in future years.
Utilizing Social Media Influencers, January 29, 6 pm (Virtual)
In this session, we will cover the process of working with online influencers to market your business.
Making It Real, February 12, 6 pm (Virtual)
In this session, we will cover the process of creating a Business Model Canvas and a Value Proposition -- a roadmap and a one sentence pitch for your business. We will also cover the process of incorporation: creating an LLC with the state of Iowa, getting a tax number from the IRS, and the process of choosing a bank for your business account. We will also discuss finding customers and how to talk with potential customers to make sure you're actually solving their problem.
AI for Startups and Small Businesses, February 19, 6 pm (Virtual)
In this session, we will cover tools, tips, and tricks to make AI work for you and your startup or small business.
Follow-Up Weekend, March 27-29
How much progress could you make on your business in one dedicated weekend? Could you make that first sale? Get your Web site finished? Put together your prototype?
What if we provide the space to work, catered food all weekend, and the environment to take your startup or side hustle to the next level?
Join us at the EntrePartners Innovation Center in downtown Iowa City for Follow-Up Weekend, an event inspired by Startup Weekend but designed for people who already have existing startups, side hustles, and businesses. Bring your team -- discounts available for multi-ticket bundles.
Startup Weekend Iowa City, June 12-14
Startup Weekend Iowa City is back for 2026! We'll be taking over the EntrePartners Innovation Center for a weekend of food, fun, and fast-paced entrepreneurship. Over an action-packed 3 days, you’ll meet the very best mentors, investors, co-founders and sponsors to show you how to get more done faster -- and, maybe even start that business.