ATTENTION: san diego entrepreneurs

Help Bring Back Startup Weekend

Be part of the team behind the comeback.

What is startup weekend? CLICK BELOW TO WATCH!

Startup Weekend San Diego hasn't been held since 2019—but this fall, we're bringing the magic back.
We're building the ultimate 54-hour entrepreneurial experience, and we need a team of passionate, talented leaders to help make it happen.

Are you in?

Who We're Looking For

FINANCE

SPONSORSHIP

MENTORS/JUDGES

LOGISTICS

TECH SUPPORT

MARKETING

The Event Team

Help us run a seamless, unforgettable event!

💰 Finance Lead

You’ll help manage the event budget from start to finish:

  • Track incoming ticket revenue and sponsorships

  • Ensure the team stays on budget

  • Help make purchasing decisions for food, supplies, and swag

🤝 Sponsorship Lead

You connect with our community and help secure funding for the event:

  • Reach out to local businesses and organizations

  • Maintain sponsor relationships

  • Coordinate logo placements, shoutouts, and benefits

The Event Team (cont'd)

🎤 Mentors & Judges Liaison

You’ll support the people who support our participants:

  • Recruit a diverse, experienced group of mentors and judges

  • Manage outreach, onboarding, and scheduling

  • Make sure mentors and judges feel welcomed, prepared, and appreciated

  • Share their info with the marketing team for social/media highlights

🏢 Venue, Catering & Logistics Team

You’re the detail wrangler:

  • Coordinate with the venue and vendors

  • Secure catering for all three days (snacks + meals)

  • Help with room setup, signage, supplies, and vendor communication

  • Assist with volunteer coordination

The Event Team (cont'd)

💻 Technical Team

You’re the go-to person for tech setup and troubleshooting:

  • Help manage A/V equipment and presentation setup

  • Support teams and organizers with Wi-Fi or equipment issues

  • Assist with the website or presentation formatting if needed

  • Encourage participation from the local tech community


📣Marketing & Promotion Team

You’re the voice of the event:

  • Maintain the event website and registration pages

  • Share key updates and visuals on social media

  • Promote the event to a diverse range of communities

  • Support branding, signage, and swag production

The Mentorship Team

Mentors help guide teams through the weekend.

We're looking for:

Pitch Coaches

  • Help teams tell compelling stories

Marketing Coach

  • Help shape go-to-market strategies

Sales Coaches

  • Offer guidance on messaging and customer discovery

The Judges

We're seeking local entrepreneurs, investors, and startup veterans—think Shark Tank with a San Diego twist. You’ll help choose the winning team and offer sharp, actionable feedback to the next wave of founders.

When is the event?

Startup Weekend San Diego

Tentative Dates: TBD

Location: San Diego, CA

Final date and venue to be confirmed.

Why Join the Team?

  • Be part of relaunching a community-loved event.

  • Build meaningful connections in San Diego’s startup ecosystem.

  • Gain behind-the-scenes experience running a major entrepreneurial event.

  • Have fun, eat good food, and maybe even spark your next big idea.

Ready to Get Involved?

Hit the button below, fill out the form and let us know how you'd like to help!

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