Join the City of San José’s Office of Economic Development and celebrate National Entrepreneurship Month through this free in-person event that will provide the resources to start your business here in San José.

Exploring Entrepreneurship 2024, taking place Monday, November 18, 2024, 9 a.m – 1:30 p.m. at the San José City Hall Rotunda, will include networking opportunities with fellow entrepreneurs and City staff, insightful workshops, and inspiring stories from local business owners on their entrepreneurial journey.

In addition, celebrate the recipients of the City’s 2024 Business of the Year awards.

Workshops include:
 

• Use the Power of AI to Grow Your Business: Hear from experts from Cybertrust America, Get Virtual at Santa Clara University, and Grow with Google to discover how AI-powered tools can help enhance your website, boost your marketing, and ensure security with tools that protect against phishing, safeguard privacy, and secure payments.

Topics include:

• Grow your business online with a team's help at zero cost and more
• Grow your business with AI-powered tools by Google
• Take home resources

• Access Expert Advice and the Resources to Succeed: This moderated panel discussion, features City partners sharing insights and free expert advice to help start, expand, or improve your business. Gain access to essential support like marketing, legal services, business formation assistance, loans and capital resources.

Lunch will be provided. Live interpretation is available upon request by November 11. Answer 'yes' to interpretation when registering.