ROUND ROCK STARTUP DAY

Welcome to Round Rock Startup Day – where innovation meets opportunity! Where our hope is that our vibrant community of entrepreneurs, visionaries and trailblazers converge for an exciting event dedicated to fostering the spirit of innovation.

Join us on Thursday, May 1, 2025, as we celebrate a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem in Round Rock and beyond, showcasing and building a culture of innovation. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, seasoned professional or simply passionate about the startup ecosystem, Round Rock Startup Day is your gateway to inspiration, education and networking.

10:15 am – 11:00 am    Session #1

11:00 am – 11:15 am     Break

11:15 am – 12:00 pm     Session #2

12:00 pm – 12:30 pm     Lunch Break

12:30 pm – 1:15 pm       Session #3

1:15 pm – 1:30 pm         Break

1:30 pm – 2:15 pm         Session #4

2:15 pm – 2:30 pm         Break

2:30 pm – 4:00 pm         Campfire Networking 

4:00 pm – 4:30 pm          Break

4:30 pm – 6:30 pm         Pitch Competition 

6:30 pm – 7:00 pm        Networking

7:00 pm                           Event Concludes

Campfire is a specialized networking event hosted by Tech Ranch, designed to cultivate social capital among entrepreneurs. Recognizing that many entrepreneurs lack access to financial capital, such as investments or family and friends’ funding, Campfire provides a platform where they can build meaningful relationships and connections with other entrepreneurs. The goal is to create a supportive community that helps entrepreneurs move their businesses forward while contributing to the growth of others.

What makes it different? Campfire stands out from traditional networking events in several key ways. Unlike standard networking gatherings, where participants often engage in brief, superficial exchanges like handing out business cards, Campfire is designed to foster deeper, more meaningful connections. The focus is on teaming rather than just networking—encouraging entrepreneurs to work together, share resources, and build value collaboratively. This approach transforms the event into a peer-to-peer support system, where entrepreneurs can not only gain insights and introductions but also form lasting partnerships that drive their ventures forward. Moreover, the event’s structure, which includes inspirational talks and informal social networking, ensures that participants can connect on multiple levels, making Campfire a more enriching and impactful experience for those involved.