This September 9–10 marks 10 years of Launch Dayton Startup Week…

A homecoming for the entrepreneurs who’ve been building from the beginning, and an open door for those just getting started.

Over the past decade, we’ve seen what’s possible when founders come together to create, collaborate, and grow—side by side in community.

Because entrepreneurship isn’t just something you do. It’s something you’re made for. You’re made to dream. Made to grow. Made to lead. Made to make it.

However you arrive, whatever you’re building, you belong here—because you were made to make something that lasts.

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All experiences are welcome—whether a seasoned entrepreneur or new to the community, there is space to jump in.

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“Startup Week is one of my favorite conferences. I appreciate the opportunity to learn so many new things. I never leave without a new connection either.”


Te’Jal Cartwright

“I was in the audience for this and left with a page of notes and energized to apply your teachings to my business.”


Andrew Banks

“I had an amazing three days at Launch Dayton Startup Week. I’ve learned more than I ever thought I could and made connections with the peers and mentors I’ve been looking for this last year.”


Solomon West

Launch Dayton Startup Week
Presented by Fifth Third Bank

Launch Dayton Startup Week draws hundreds of attendees each year to celebrate, inspire, and empower the Dayton region’s startup founders & business owners. The week-long, free conference offers high-quality talks, hands-on business workshops, and vibrant networking opportunities for our entrepreneur + startup community. 

The 2024 conference will be fully in-person Sept. 10-12 at the Dayton Arcade and The Hub Powered by PNC. Park at the Reibold Garage on Fifth Street, or park at meters available around the building, and enter the conference through the Main Street entrance at 31 S Main St. 

All experiences are welcome — whether a seasoned entrepreneur or new to the community, there is space to jump in.

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Title Sponsor
Fifth Third Bank

We extend our sincerest gratitude to Fifth Third Bank, our title sponsor, for their unwavering commitment to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship at the Startup Week conference.

Thank you, Sponsors!

Our incredible sponsors help us keep the conference free, empowering Launch Dayton partners to pursue our mission to build an equitable community where all entrepreneurs are welcome and supported.

 

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View Past Startup Week Talks

Catch up on all the inspiring talks and discussions that took place during the 2021 and 2022 Dayton Startup Week events below!