ExCITE

Work Force Development: helping your business grow
2024-07-17 12:00 - 13:30 UTC | CA
Join us for a Lunch n Learn with our local Riverside County Workforce Development team. They provide many free resources for startups like funding opportunities to help offset the cost to train new employees.
When: Wednesday July 17 / Time: 12pm – 1:30pm / Where: 3600 Lime St, Riverside Suite 725
RSVP https://lunchnlearn_with_excite.eventbrite.com/

Lunch & Learn - Grann Pharmaceuticals
2025-04-02 19:00 - 22:00 | CA
Join us for Lunch & Learn with Grann Pharmaceuticals hosted by Office of Technology Partnerships Life Sciences Incubator.
Grann Pharmaceuticals is a young biotech company focused on developing innovative therapeutics. Having recently gone through the FDA submission process, Grann Pharmaceuticals aims to help other startups navigate regulatory hurdles by sharing their knowledge to streamline processes. Their goal is to empower others in the biotech field by teaching them how to overcome challenges and succeed in the industry. Event if in-person and at no cost. Free lunch offered to Pre-registered guests: Register Now at https://forms.gle/ChwunDrUCghyQ8BC6
Where: Multidisciplinary Research Building in UC, Riverside, 169 Aberdeen Dr, Riverside, CA 92507
When: Wednesday April 2
Time: 12pm – 3pm
Who is UCR’s Office of Technology Partnerships?
Our goal at UC Riverside’s Office of Technology Partnerships is to develop the entrepreneurial ecosystem in our region by connecting the university, industry, and the community to fast, transparent, efficient and individualized support. Our specialty lies in facilitating the development, funding, commercialization, validation and incubation of life-changing innovations created by local entrepreneurs for the benefit of society.

2025 Zero to Entrepreneur
2025-04-08 17:00 - 19:00 | Riverside ExCITE at 3600 Lime St, Suite 725, Riverside, Ca, 3600 Lime St, Suite 725, Riverside, California, 92501
A free 10-week hybrid series designed to help you go from idea to startup readiness, which the option for 6-month extended technical curriculum. Registration for this year’s Zero-to-Entrepreneur program is open, apply here: https://ucrotp.ucr.edu/zero-to-entrepreneur
This will be our third year offering this free program for any community member that wants to explore a career in owning their own business in a technology field. No prerequisites required, just time and ambition!
Previous students have been successful in launching their own businesses through the mentorship we provide in this course and continue to be supported through EPIC programs at UC Riverside.
There will be an in person information session on Saturday April 12th at Riverside ExCITE, register and meet the mentors and instructors.

Bright Business Club Meeting in Riverside
2025-04-16 16:00 - 18:00 | Riverside ExCITE at 3600 Lime St, Suite 725, Riverside, Ca, 3600 Lime St, Suite 725, Riverside, California, 92501
Running a business isn’t just about hustle—it’s about metrics that matter.
At this month’s IE Bright Business Club, we’re talking OKRs and KPIs—not in theory, but in the context of real business growth.
Anna opens the first 20 minutes with a deep dive into:
• Liquidity KPIs
• Profitability KPIs
📍 IE Bright Business Club
📅 Wednesday, April 16
🕘 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
📍 Riverside ExCITE: 3600 Lime St Building 7 Suite 725, Riverside, CA 92501

Riverside Regional Fast Pitch
2025-04-17 17:30 - 20:30 | Riverside ExCITE at 3600 Lime St, Suite 725, Riverside, Ca, 3600 Lime St, Suite 725, Riverside, California, 92501
As part of this dynamic celebration of innovation and entrepreneurship in Riverside County, California, we are thrilled to announce our upcoming Fast Pitch Competition on April 17th, 2025 at 5:30PM at Riverside ExCITE. Hosted by the Office of Technology Partnerships’ EPIC SBDC, this event is designed to amplify the voices of startups and entrepreneurs in our community. The Fast Pitch Competition is a highlight of Riverside County Innovation Month, offering a platform for startups and entrepreneurs to present their groundbreaking ideas in a 5-minute pitch. This year, the competition will consist of four regional events: Coachella Valley, Murrieta (Southwest Regional), Riverside (City), and Crucible. We are inviting local startups to participate in our city-level Riverside competition for a change to secure a spot at the Riverside County Finale Competition and compete with other regional finalists. This event is also open to the public for the community – the bigger the audience, the more the fun! Food and drinks will be served. Join us for a night of networking, pitches, and innovations!
5:30 – 8:30 PM at EXCITE Riverside – 3600 Lime St. Building 7, STE 725, Riverside, CA 92501
Compete to win up to $2,500 in cash prizes at the Riverside Regional Fast Pitch Competition & advance to the Riverside County Innovation Month Pitch Finale for a chance at $20,000.
The Riverside County Pitch Finale Winner will compete at the Startup World Cup Grand Finale in San Francisco to compete for an investment prize of $1,000,000.
Applications close April 8, 2025.

Open Work Day
2025-06-26 09:00 - 16:00 | Riverside ExCITE at 3600 Lime St, Suite 725, Riverside, Ca, 3600 Lime St, Suite 725, Riverside, California, 92501
Curious to meet other startup founders? We’re opening our doors for the day on Thursday, June 26 for an Open Work Day! Spend the day with us at ExCITE to cowork alongside fellow founders, get focused work done, and experience the energy of our local startup community.
Whether you’re building something new or growing an existing venture, this is a great chance to meet like-minded entrepreneurs, explore our downtown Riverside incubator, and see what it’s like to work in a collaborative, startup-friendly space. And it’s free – just bring your laptop and dive in!
What to Expect:

Full-day access to our coworking space (9am-4pm)
Free Wi-Fi and workspace
Opportunities to meet other founders and ExCITE partners

Location: Riverside ExCITE (3600 Lime St, Suite 725 in Riverside)

Stick around afterward for our Startup Social at 5pm, featuring networking, pitch practice, and a quick learning session.
Please complete the form below to RSVP – space is limited! https://forms.gle/FpQaNRh8T4AXFreR9

StartUP Social at ExCITE
2025-06-26 17:00 - 20:00 | CA
Startup Social
This is a fantastic opportunity to mix and mingle to connect with fellow founders, innovators, and tech enthusiasts in our local community. Mark your calendar – Meetups will take place on the last Thursday of the quarter
Event Details
Date / Time: Thursday June 26 starting at 5pm
Location: Riverside ExCITE (3600 Lime St, Suite 725 in Riverside)
What to Expect:
Networking Opportunities: Engage with fellow business professionals and expand your network.
Snack-Sized Learning: Enjoy a brief, insightful segment offering practical tips to enhance your startup (more details to come).
Pitch Practice: Seize the chance to deliver a 1-minute pitch and receive constructive feedback (optional)
Celebrate Your Wins: Share your recent accomplishments and lets celebrate as a community
This evening promises a blend of meaningful conversations, knowledge sharing, and the opportunity to refine your business pitch in a supportive environment.
Appetizers and refreshments will be served.

2025 SoCal OASIS™ Pitch Challenge Finals
2025-12-10 17:30 - 20:00 | The Barbara and Art Culver Center of the Arts, 3834 Main Street, Riverside, CA, 92501, United States
The Office of Technology Partnerships‘s 2025 SoCal OASIS™ Pitch Challenge Finals will be Wednesday December 10th in Downtown Riverside! You are cordially invited to attend this event to support local entrepreneurs as they pitch for the grand prize.

Doors open at 5:30PM and the program starts promptly at 6PM.

Event details and free registration can be found here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-socal-oasistm-pitch–challenge-startup-showcase-tickets-1955829561869?aff=oddtdtcreator
Location:
The Barbara and Art Culver Center of the Arts
3834 Main Street
Riverside, CA 92501
Parking:

Street parking and paid parking in surrounding parking structures available
