Startups in Action: Present Your Idea, Pitch, Network and more. Join us!

Welcome to Startups in Action — 2026 Edition

Startups in Action continues as a weekly, hands-on gathering for founders who are serious about turning ideas into real, viable companies.

​Are you struggling to identify the right problem to solve? Stuck on product development or validation? Looking for accountability, traction, or a co-founder? Preparing to apply to an accelerator and want to improve your odds? Wondering whether you truly have what it takes to build a successful startup?

​If you answered “yes” to any of these, we invite you to join us and take the next step in your entrepreneurial journey.

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​What Do Our Meetings Look Like?

​Every week is intentionally different and highly practical. Sessions may include:

• ​MVP showcases
• ​Pitch practice
• ​Co-founder matching
• ​Group Q&A and problem-solving
• ​Founder hot seats
• ​Guest speakers from the startup ecosystem

​You are never required to present. You’re welcome to attend as an observer and to watch, learn, ask questions, and engage at your own pace.

New founders and first-timers are always welcome.

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​Our Goal

​Our goal is to make entrepreneurship more accessible, practical, and achievable by facilitating meaningful connections and delivering actionable support.

​We exist to help founders in Seattle:

• ​Overcome real obstacles
• ​Pressure-test and refine their ideas
• ​Build confidence through practice and feedback
• ​Reach concrete milestones with community support

​This is a space for learning by doing—together.

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​Presentation Structure

• ​10–12 minutes for presentations
• ​8–10 minutes for Q&A

​Time is closely monitored to ensure fairness, focus, and high-quality feedback.

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​About the Space

​Hosted at SURF Incubator, the oldest startup incubator in Washington State. This space has supported hundreds of founders.

​From private offices, shared workstations, and multiple venues with sweeping city views to deep connections with VCs, angel investors, and the broader startup ecosystem, SURF offers an environment designed to support founders at every stage.

​Location:

999 3rd Ave, 7th Floor Seattle, Washington

​If the door is locked, please call 434.989.1283.