Mar 30 TENWEST All Day, March 30 – April 2, 2027 No business or creative pursuit follows a straight line. It’s the swerves and squiggles that make your journey worth it. If you’re looking for a space to shape your path as a founder or creative, then TENWEST 2027 is for you.
Mar 01 AZ Tech Week All Day, March 1 – 7, 2027 Arizona’s startup and investment community is experiencing remarkable growth and there's a palpable sense of enthusiasm among founders, startups and venture capitalists. Together, we're all driven by a shared goal: to elevate Arizona’s profile as a leading state in the tech industry. AZ Tech Week, powered by the Arizona Commerce Authority, brings this vision to life.
Jan 27 Image Arizona Photonics Days 2027 All Day, Jan. 27 – 29, 2027 Connect with optics and photonics peers and industry leaders for technical presentations, industry trend discussions, and professional networking opportunities during this multi-day conference.
Oct 07 Image AZBio Awards 3 – 7 p.m., Oct. 7, 2026 Honoring leaders from across the state of Arizona who illustrate the depth and breadth of our life science industry. Hosted by AZBio.
Oct 01 Image October 2026 Arizona Commerce Authority Office Hours 9 a.m. – Noon, Oct. 1, 2026 Wiley Larsen, ACA Director of SBIR/STTR programs and University Partnerships, will be on hand to meet with faculty, postdocs and students to share information about SBIR/STTR funding, Venture Start, Arizona Tech Week, Arizona Innovation Challenge, and other startup programs.
Sep 26 BIOSA - Beyond the Breakthrough: Innovation, Regulation, and Patient Impact 5 – 8 p.m., Sept. 26, 2026 BIOSA is bringing together industry experts for an engaging panel discussion designed to help health technology companies, from early-stage innovators to established, revenue-generating businesses, navigate the complex journey from innovation to patient impact.
Sep 29 Image Venture Catalyst Information Session - Sept. 29 9 – 10 a.m., Sept. 29, 2026 Interested in launching a startup built around breakthrough University of Arizona technology? Join this information session to learn about the Venture Catalyst Program, a selective initiative that connects experienced entrepreneurs, operators, and commercialization leaders with curated University of Arizona innovations that have strong market potential.
Sep 16 Image AI in Optical Innovation Noon – 1:30 p.m., Sept. 16, 2026 AI + optics = new opportunities and new IP challenges. Join us for practical insights on patentability, USPTO guidance, and commercializing AI-enabled technologies.
Sep 18 Image Southern AZ Women in the Workforce 10th Anniversary Celebration 2 – 5 p.m., Sept. 18, 2026 This Arizona Tech Council session brings together leaders from across Arizona to talk about the real mechanics of growing a career, changing directions, and helping others move up the ladder. Follow the conversation with a 10th-anniversary toast at Los Milics, celebrating the shared journeys, the hard-earned lessons, and the community.
Nov 18 Image 2026 Governor’s Celebration of Innovation Awards 4:45 – 8:30 p.m., Nov. 18, 2026 Join over 450 of Arizona’s brightest minds for an unforgettable night of networking, dining, and honoring Arizona’s best in technology.
