Please note, this is a Hybrid session meaning you can join us in-person or virtually. If you plan to join in-person, please pla nto bring proof of full vaccination. Masks are required unless actively eating or drinking.

Have a startup idea but don’t know where to begin? Check out our OnRamp Series - hosted by a rotating Founder-in-Residence, OnRamp is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs and founders hoping to launch tech and tech-enabled startups.

Meet our new Founder-in-Residence Jessie Garcia, and hear about her entrepreneurial journey as the Founder of Tozuda. Additionally, Jessie will be leading a panel discussion that includes previous OnRamp participants Zave Smith and Erika Dillard, as well as our last Founder-in-Residence Tanya T. Morris.

Zave Smith won first prize in the first iteration of our "OnRamp: Stimulate Your Startup" Pitch competition with his company XBound, with Erika Dillard coming in third for PopCheck.