Startup Events in Washington

We are now on Luma! Go ahead and register to our Luma event. DC Code and Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. It's community-led and community-run by devs, for devs. People of all skill levels attend. Whether you’re dev-curious, aspiring, or a professional developer, we’d love to have you! Come chat or learn to code on a Sunday afternoon with coffee and cool-inclusive people. Bring your laptop! We typically meet every month on the weekend. Join our online community! For all things Tech in DC and to get latest updates and tech events from the DMV area, join the DCTech Slack. All DC Code & Coffee announcements are in the #dccodecoffee channel How it works Near the beginning of the event, we do an introduction circle. You say your name, what you can help others with, and what you would like help with. You can also share job opportunities. After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized.

Join Free the People for Liberty Pub Live, an evening of conversation, ideas, and community at PubKey DC, one of Washington’s most talked-about gathering places. This live event will feature our favorite Congressman Thomas Massie, U.S. Representative for Kentucky’s 4th Congressional District, in conversation with Matt Kibbe, president of Free the People. Now that Congressman Massie has been “liberated” from the shackles of congressional servitude by some $30 million in special interest political expenditures—an all time record—this unplugged conversation will surely explore what it means to live, speak, and vote truly independently. Expect an evening that is extra sassy, and unconventionally honest for something situated in the very heart of Mordor. Come grab a drink, connect, and conspire with fellow friends of liberty, and be part of a live conversation about building a freer, more independent future. Space is limited, so RSVP to reserve your spot. Follow Free the People on YouTube or X to watch a livestream of the event.

Let's attend an author book talk on Who Is in Charge?: Why AI Must Remain Under Human Control by Khaled Koubaa A few copies of the book will be available for participants. Book Introduction: Who is in charge when AI systems advise, decide, automate, and act across institutions? As artificial intelligence becomes more capable, faster, and more autonomous, the old promise of “human in the loop” is no longer sufficient. Many systems now operate at a speed and scale where human review can become ceremonial: a person is present, but not actually positioned to see, challenge, stop, or answer for the system’s conduct. Who Is in Charge? argues for a different doctrine: Human in the Oversight. Speaker & Author Bio: Khaled Koubaa is a technology policy leader, entrepreneur, and governance strategist working at the intersection of Internet governance, digital trust, and AI oversight. He is the Founder and CEO of AT Worthy Technology, where he advances the concepts of Digital Worthiness and AI Worthiness as practical frameworks for accountability, trust, and institutional readiness in the digital age. Khaled serves as a member of the World Bank Group Sanctions Board. Over more than two decades, he has held senior leadership and advisory roles across the global Internet and technology ecosystem. He has served as a Tech + Society Fellow at the Mozilla Foundation, Public Policy Manager at Meta, Head of Public Policy and Government Relations for the MENA at Google, and a member of the Board of Directors of ICANN. He has also served on the Board of Trustees of the Internet Society, the Board of Directors of AFRINIC, the World Bank Group Advisory Council for Citizen Engagement, and the Internet Governance Forum’s Multi-stakeholder Advisory Group. Schedule: 10:30am - 10:50am: Welcome & Introductions 10:50am - 11:40am: Book Talk by Khaled Koubaa 11:40am - 12:00pm: Author Q&A 12:00pm - : [Optional] lunch with the author at Ten Ten West End 👥 Who should join AI practitioners, startup fou

Connecting innovators, policy makers, government stakeholders, entrepreneurs and technologists working to advance America through national security technologies. Come to connect, enjoy a beverage, and meet others working in defense innovation. No sponsors, no pitches, no asks, just community.

Science has a verification problem that predates AI, and AI is about to make it worse. Roughly a third of landmark psychology findings replicate. Over 10,000 papers were retracted in 2023, a record. Irreproducible preclinical research costs the US tens of billions annually. Now AI-generated submissions are beginning to flood a peer review system that runs on unpaid, overloaded human labor. AI can be part of the solution to this problem. AI can now do the tedious work that made verification impossible to scale: extracting claims and statistics from papers, running forensic checks (statistical anomalies, image manipulation, deviations from preregistration), reproducing analyses where code and data exist, and updating evidence syntheses continuously as new results arrive. In a recent benchmark, an ensemble of AI reviewers caught 93 of 100 errors deliberately planted in published psychology papers, at a few cents per error caught. The components of a living evidence layer (an open, continuously updated map of scientific claims and how much to trust each one) are already being built by startups, academic labs, and nonprofits. What's missing is integration and evaluation. This talk lays out what such a system looks like, what it changes for funders, agencies, journalists, and the public, and where government action matters most: turning public archives like PubMed into structured data, commissioning open benchmarks for claim extraction and error detection, and keeping the result a public good rather than a publisher-owned asset. Biography: Paul Litvak is the founder and Executive Director of the Robyn Dawes Institute and a Visiting Scholar at UC Berkeley. Over 15 years in industry he worked at Meta, Google, and Airbnb as a data scientist and then leading Machine Learning teams, and co-founded Rhythmic Health, a venture-backed biosensing startup. He has a PhD in Behavioral Decision Research from Carnegie Mellon. His current work involves building AI systems that can weigh

Start your morning in one of Washington's most unique settings—the Café at the Embassy of France —while connecting with inspiring women from the French-American business community. Join us on Thursday, September 25, from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. for a relaxed networking breakfast featuring freshly brewed coffee, a croissant (or another French pastry), and meaningful conversations in an elegant atmosphere. This special gathering will officially launch the Women in Leadership (WIL) Network 2026–2027 season . Meet the current WIL Board, discover the exciting calendar of events and initiatives planned for the coming year, and learn how you can become part of this dynamic community dedicated to leadership, professional growth, and meaningful connections. The event is open to both FACC members and non-members . If you are not yet a member, you are welcome to register by purchasing a guest ticket. Interested in joining the Chamber and enjoying member benefits throughout the year? Call us at 240-994-6932 to learn more about membership opportunities, or click here: HERE Your registration includes coffee and a croissant (or another French pastry) . Whether you are a returning member or attending for the first time, we look forward to welcoming you for a morning of networking, inspiration, and new opportunities.

Strive welcomes you to 'Hospitality and Business Networking', Washington DC's hottest networking event! We are set in the perfect location for all to join. Are you interested in hospitality and business? Want to elevate your career? Meet Consultants, Analysts of all types, Promoters, DJs, Restaurateurs, Entrepreneurs, and more who are active in the space or are eager to get started. **This will be a multi-vertical event ** There will be professionals with backgrounds in the arts, finance, tech, real estate, healthcare, and more. Come with an open mind, and leave with connections that wouldn't be possible otherwise! Pack some business cards and come with an open mind! Meet your future business partners, employers, coworkers, investors, and friends. You don't want to miss this opportunity to expand your network and create a brighter future. We will have a space for our event to check-in. The event will go from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (feel free to come at any point in this timeframe). Name tags will be provided. Business casual dress code. Job fair attire. Remember - it's not about who you know today, it's who you'll meet tomorrow! We look forward to meeting you at the event! Sincerely, Strive Networking Team Refund requests are permitted up to 24 hours after purchase, so long as we are not within 48 hours of the event start time. Refunds will be made in full and repaid to your method of payment. Note that we are unable to reimburse for eventbrite fees. Disclaimer: By attending Strive Networking events you agree to photos/videos taken during the event being used to promote future events.

Strive welcomes you to 'Non-Profits and Business Networking', Washington DC's hottest networking event! We are set in the perfect location for all to join. Are you interested in non-profits and business? Want to elevate your career? Meet Executives, Consultants, Benefactors, and more who are active in the space or are eager to get started. **This will be a multi-vertical event ** There will be professionals with backgrounds in the arts, finance, tech, real estate, healthcare, and more. Come with an open mind, and leave with connections that wouldn't be possible otherwise! Pack some business cards and come with an open mind! Meet your future business partners, employers, coworkers, investors, and friends. You don't want to miss this opportunity to expand your network and create a brighter future. We will have a space for our event to check-in. The event will go from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (feel free to come at any point in this timeframe). Name tags will be provided. Business casual dress code. Job fair attire. Remember - it's not about who you know today, it's who you'll meet tomorrow! We look forward to meeting you at the event! Sincerely, Strive Networking Team Refund requests are permitted up to 24 hours after purchase, so long as we are not within 48 hours of the event start time. Refunds will be made in full and repaid to your method of payment. Note that we are unable to reimburse for eventbrite fees. Disclaimer: By attending Strive Networking events you agree to photos/videos taken during the event being used to promote future events.

Strive welcomes you to 'Acting, Production and Business Networking', Washington DC's hottest networking event! We are set in the perfect location for all to join. Are you interested in acting, production and business? Want to elevate your career? Meet other actors, producers, designers, videographers, and many more who are active in the space or are eager to get started. **This will be a multi-vertical event ** There will be professionals with backgrounds in the arts, finance, tech, real estate, healthcare, and more. Come with an open mind, and leave with connections that wouldn't be possible otherwise! Pack some business cards and come with an open mind! Meet your future business partners, employers, coworkers, investors, and friends. You don't want to miss this opportunity to expand your network and create a brighter future. We will have a space for our event to check-in. The event will go from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (feel free to come at any point in this timeframe). Name tags will be provided. Business casual dress code. Job fair attire. Remember - it's not about who you know today, it's who you'll meet tomorrow! We look forward to meeting you at the event! Sincerely, Strive Networking Team Refund requests are permitted up to 24 hours after purchase, so long as we are not within 48 hours of the event start time. Refunds will be made in full and repaid to your method of payment. Note that we are unable to reimburse for eventbrite fees. Disclaimer: By attending Strive Networking events you agree to photos/videos taken during the event being used to promote future events.

Strive welcomes you to 'Music and Business Networking', Washington DC's hottest networking event! We are set in the perfect location for all to join. Are you interested in music and business? Want to elevate your career? Meet other musicians, producers, engineers, agents, and many more who are active in the space or are eager to get started. **This will be a multi-vertical event ** There will be professionals with backgrounds in the arts, finance, tech, real estate, healthcare, and more. Come with an open mind, and leave with connections that wouldn't be possible otherwise! Pack some business cards and come with an open mind! Meet your future business partners, employers, coworkers, investors, and friends. You don't want to miss this opportunity to expand your network and create a brighter future. We will have a space for our event to check-in. The event will go from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (feel free to come at any point in this timeframe). Name tags will be provided. Business casual dress code. Job fair attire. Remember - it's not about who you know today, it's who you'll meet tomorrow! We look forward to meeting you at the event! Sincerely, Strive Networking Team Refund requests are permitted up to 24 hours after purchase, so long as we are not within 48 hours of the event start time. Refunds will be made in full and repaid to your method of payment. Note that we are unable to reimburse for eventbrite fees. Disclaimer: By attending Strive Networking events you agree to photos/videos taken during the event being used to promote future events.

Strive welcomes you to 'Engineering and Business Networking', Washington DC's hottest networking event! We are set in the perfect location for all to join. Are you interested in tech and business? Want to elevate your career? Meet Analysts, Consultants, Engineers of all types, and many more who are active in the space or are eager to get started. **This will be a multi-vertical event ** There will be professionals with backgrounds in the arts, finance, tech, real estate, healthcare, and more. Come with an open mind, and leave with connections that wouldn't be possible otherwise! Pack some business cards and come with an open mind! Meet your future business partners, employers, coworkers, investors, and friends. You don't want to miss this opportunity to expand your network and create a brighter future. We will have a space for our event to check-in. The event will go from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (feel free to come at any point in this timeframe). Name tags will be provided. Business casual dress code. Job fair attire. Remember - it's not about who you know today, it's who you'll meet tomorrow! We look forward to meeting you at the event! Sincerely, Strive Networking Team Refund requests are permitted up to 24 hours after purchase, so long as we are not within 48 hours of the event start time. Refunds will be made in full and repaid to your method of payment. Note that we are unable to reimburse for eventbrite fees. Disclaimer: By attending Strive Networking events you agree to photos/videos taken during the event being used to promote future events.

Strive welcomes you to 'General Business Networking', Washington DC's hottest networking event! We are set in the perfect location for all to join. Are you interested in business? Want to elevate your career? Meet Consultants, Analysts of all types, Bankers, Software Engineers, Entrepreneurs, and more who are active in the space or are eager to get started. **This will be a multi-vertical event ** There will be professionals with backgrounds in the arts, finance, tech, real estate, healthcare, and more. Come with an open mind, and leave with connections that wouldn't be possible otherwise! Pack some business cards and come with an open mind! Meet your future business partners, employers, coworkers, investors, and friends. You don't want to miss this opportunity to expand your network and create a brighter future. We will have a space for our event to check-in. The event will go from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (feel free to come at any point in this timeframe). Name tags will be provided. Business casual dress code. Job fair attire. Remember - it's not about who you know today, it's who you'll meet tomorrow! We look forward to meeting you at the event! Sincerely, Strive Networking Team Refund requests are permitted up to 24 hours after purchase, so long as we are not within 48 hours of the event start time. Refunds will be made in full and repaid to your method of payment. Note that we are unable to reimburse for eventbrite fees. Disclaimer: By attending Strive Networking events you agree to photos/videos taken during the event being used to promote future events.

Strive welcomes you to 'Fashion and Business Networking', Washington DC's hottest networking event! We are set in the perfect location for all to join. Are you interested in Fashion and business? Want to elevate your career? Meet Consultants, Analysts, Designers, Entrepreneurs, and more who are active in the space or are eager to get started. **This will be a multi-vertical event ** There will be professionals with backgrounds in the arts, finance, tech, real estate, healthcare, and more. Come with an open mind, and leave with connections that wouldn't be possible otherwise! Pack some business cards and come with an open mind! Meet your future business partners, employers, coworkers, investors, and friends. You don't want to miss this opportunity to expand your network and create a brighter future. We will have a space for our event to check-in. The event will go from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (feel free to come at any point in this timeframe). Name tags will be provided. Business casual dress code. Job fair attire. Remember - it's not about who you know today, it's who you'll meet tomorrow! We look forward to meeting you at the event! Sincerely, Strive Networking Team Refund requests are permitted up to 24 hours after purchase, so long as we are not within 48 hours of the event start time. Refunds will be made in full and repaid to your method of payment. Note that we are unable to reimburse for eventbrite fees. Disclaimer: By attending Strive Networking events you agree to photos/videos taken during the event being used to promote future events.

Strive welcomes you to 'Media and Business Networking', Washington DC's hottest networking event! We are set in the perfect location for all to join. Are you interested in media and business? Want to elevate your career? Meet Producers, Directors, Influencers, Consultants, Advertisers, Photographers, Marketers, and more who are active in the space or are eager to get started. **This will be a multi-vertical event ** There will be professionals with backgrounds in the arts, finance, tech, real estate, healthcare, and more. Come with an open mind, and leave with connections that wouldn't be possible otherwise! Pack some business cards and come with an open mind! Meet your future business partners, employers, coworkers, investors, and friends. You don't want to miss this opportunity to expand your network and create a brighter future. We will have a space for our event to check-in. The event will go from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (feel free to come at any point in this timeframe). Name tags will be provided. Business casual dress code. Job fair attire. Remember - it's not about who you know today, it's who you'll meet tomorrow! We look forward to meeting you at the event! Sincerely, Strive Networking Team Refund requests are permitted up to 24 hours after purchase, so long as we are not within 48 hours of the event start time. Refunds will be made in full and repaid to your method of payment. Note that we are unable to reimburse for eventbrite fees. Disclaimer: By attending Strive Networking events you agree to photos/videos taken during the event being used to promote future events.

At a Glance 📅 Date: Saturday, October 3 🕙 Time: (Doors open 9:30AM) 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM 📍 Location: George Washington University 🥐 Provided: Food, drinks, and starter kits Interested in sponsoring, advising, judging, or partnering?Email hack2025@civictechdc.org From Prototype to Production Civic Hack DC is back. At Civic Hack DC 2025, technologists, policy experts, designers, data practitioners, and civic-minded volunteers explored what could be built with federal regulatory comment data. Now we’re taking the next step: from prototype to production. Part 2 will build on SpicyRegs and the original Civic Hack DC 2025 problem statements to create production-level open-source MVP tools for making public comments easier to search, analyze, understand, and act on. This time, we’re focused on tools that can continue beyond demo day. What Makes Part 2 Different Part 1 was about exploring what is possible. Part 2 is about building what can actually be used. We are organizing teams around real work groups, judges, advisors, and product-owner partners who can help define needs, validate assumptions, and guide teams toward practical tools. Together, teams will ask: Who is this tool for? What workflow does it support? What would make it trustworthy enough to use? What is the smallest useful version we can ship? What should continue after the hackathon? Judging and feedback will focus on usefulness, feasibility, accessibility, trust, documentation, and potential for real-world impact. What We’ll Build Participants may work on tools for: public comment search and summarization; theme, trend, and pattern detection across large dockets; dashboards for policy analysts, advocates, journalists, researchers, and public servants; data pipelines, APIs, and regulatory data infrastructure; AI-assisted workflows designed with transparency, trust, and human review in mind; improvements to the SpicyRegs technical foundation. The goal is not just to make a clever demo. The goal is to create ope

By registering for this meeting, you agree to abide by the COGR Event Code of Conduct Policy . Thank you for your cooperation and making COGR events a welcoming event for all. --------- Early Bird Registration Fee: $475/person through September 1, 2026 Regular Registration Fee: $600/person for registrations received after September 1. Meeting Materials, including the agenda, logistics will be posted as soon as they are available on COGR's Meeting Materials Page. Hotel Booking Link: The hotel booking link will be posted here once available. **COGR Meeting Cancellation Policy: Once the cancellation deadline has passed, requests for refunds of meeting registration fees or carry-over registrations to the next meeting cannot be granted due to firm commitments required at the time by contract with our host hotel. Thank you for understanding. Cancellation requests must be made by Friday October 16 for a full refund. Registrations can not be carried over to a future meeting. Please ensure you complete your registration by assigning each ticket as prompted. Your registration is not complete until you receive a receipt (PDF download) and your registration appears under the Events tab in the Portal. Questions? Contact memberservices@cogr.edu.

A mission statement for the summit The DMV Executive Business Leadership Summit exists to connect entrepreneurs, nonprofits, and small business owners with executives, government leaders, funding organizations, and strategic partners who can help them access capital, grow their organizations, secure business space, and strengthen the regional economy. Building Relationships. Creating Opportunities. Strengthening Communities. Join us for an afternoon of leadership, networking, and collaboration at the Inaugural DMV Executive & Business Leadership Summit . This premier networking event will bring together 80 executives, business owners, entrepreneurs, nonprofit leaders, elected officials, government representatives, investors, and community leaders from across the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia. Whether you're looking to grow your business, expand your professional network, explore partnerships, or connect with decision-makers, this summit is designed to create meaningful opportunities in a relaxed and welcoming environment.

Generative Series: AI, Art & Culture returns to the LINE Hotel DC for AI & Restaurants, a live conversation-and-tasting event on Sunday, October 25th from 2-4pm. We'll bring together great speakers in the DC food scene and a hungry audience to explore how AI is reshaping the restaurant industry — from Michelin-level molecular gastronomy and AI-driven recipe creation to how fast-casual kitchens are cutting waste and cost. We'll dig into what these shifts mean not just for operations, but for the guest experience itself: how AI is changing the way people discover, order, and even taste food.