Startup Spring Training 2026

A month of practical tools, real connection, and momentum for Arizona entrepreneurs.

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Step up to the plate this March for live virtual workshops and an in-person Launch Camp designed to help you strengthen your business and grow alongside a powerful community.

Virtual Workshops

Expert-led sessions on money, marketing, and smart systems.

In-Person Launch Camp

Full day of mentorship and hands-on business support.

Showcase Celebration

Live pitch event with community networking.

Five Seasons Strong

For five years, Startup Spring Training has brought together more than 900 entrepreneurs and small business owners across Arizona to learn, connect, and move their businesses forward.

Whether you're returning or joining for the first time, it's time for you to step up to the plate!

SST 2026 is a focused, high-impact event series for Arizona entrepreneurs and small business owners to gain practical tools, meaningful mentorship, and a real community of local peers and supporters.

What's different this year?

Returning players will find a lighter, more focused experience this year. While microgrants and ongoing 1:1 mentorship are not part of the 2026 program, we are continuing to invest in what matters most: high-quality workshops, meaningful connections, and a powerful in-person experience.

What's On Deck

Four Virtual Workshops

March 9 - April 3, 2026

Build your foundation with four live virtual workshops designed to move your business forward. Each session is led by experienced professionals who work directly with small and local businesses across Arizona.

This season’s topics include:

Cash Flow & Staying Profitable in Uncertain Times
Getting Loan-Ready & Funding Smart
Marketing That Brings Customers In
Using Technology to Work Smarter, Not Harder

You’ll gain practical tools, real-world examples, and clear next steps you can apply immediately to your business.

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Full Day Launch Camp

Friday, March 27, 2026, 9:00 am - 2:30 pm

Launch Camp is a one-day, high-energy experience designed to help you clarify your business and confidently share it with others.

Two concurrent tracks will be offered, one in English and one in Spanish.

Interactive workshops and mentoring include:

Defining the problem you solve
Identifying and understanding your ideal customer
Clarifying your solution and value
Strengthening your business model
Crafting a clear, compelling pitch
Making a strong ask, whether for mentorship, partnerships, or customers

You will practice your pitch, receive feedback, and connect directly with mentors and peers who want to see you succeed.

Space is limited. Preference will be given to new Startup Spring Training participants and those who attend one or more virtual workshops.

Lunch, snacks, and beverages will be provided.

Apply by March 13.

Selected participants will be notified on or before March 18.

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5 Year Showcase Celebration

Friday, March 27, 2026, 5:30 - 7:00 PM

Join us for a special evening celebrating five seasons of Startup Spring Training and the entrepreneurs who have shaped this community.

The Showcase is a standalone celebration designed to honor past and present participants. While Launch Camp focuses on this year’s active cohort, the Showcase brings together alumni from all five seasons to recognize the progress, resilience, and impact of this growing community.

The evening will feature:

Live pitches from entrepreneurs representing all five seasons of SST
Alumni recognition and community shout-outs
Networking with Arizona-based entrepreneurs, business leaders, and ecosystem partners
A celebration of the milestones and momentum built over the past five years

Enjoy appetizers and drinks as we reconnect, share updates, and raise a glass to the businesses that have stepped up year after year.

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Who is Startup Spring Training for?

Startup Spring Training is designed for Arizona-based entrepreneurs and small business owners who are actively building and growing.

This season is a great fit for:

First-time participants ready to strengthen their foundation
Returning SST participants who want to sharpen their skills and reconnect with community
Food and beverage businesses
Retail and product-based businesses
Wellness practitioners and creatives
Skilled trades and local service businesses
Idea-stage, early-revenue, and growing small businesses