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Thurs 9:25 | Entrepreneurs to pitch ideas at Northern California Venture Conference

The Shasta Economic Development Corporation, Shasta Angels and Startup Redding are hosting the 2025 Northern California Venture Conference in Redding, California on May 9th.

This high-energy one-day event brings together investors, entrepreneurs, and business leaders from across the region. It's an opportunity for the public to see companies being built in Northern California—and who’s behind them.

The Northern California Venture Conference is designed for anyone interested in innovation, investment, and building local businesses. Attendees will have the chance to connect with angel investors, venture capitalists, startup founders, and community leaders all in one room.

Joining the Exchange to discuss the Venture Conference is Erik Janiszewski, Director of Marketing at Shasta County Economic Development.

FROM THE ORGANIZERS
Local startups. Big ideas. Real investors.

The Northern California Venture Conference is back on Friday, May 9 at the Sheraton Redding.

This one-day event brings together founders, investors, and business leaders for a high-energy day of pitches, networking, and big moves. Whether you're building, backing, or just curious—this is your chance to get in the room with the people shaping the future of Northern California. Tickets include access to all sessions, catered meals, and serious inspiration. Register at startupredding.com/venture.

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Mike Green is host of the Jefferson Exchange. Mike has lived in Southern Oregon for more than two decades. He is an award-winning journalist with over 20 years experience in media, specializing in media innovation, inclusive economics and entrepreneurship.
Natalie Golay is the Senior Producer of the Jefferson Exchange. She has a B.A. in Visual Arts, a certificate of recommendation in multimedia from the Vancouver Film school, and a law degree from the University of British Columbia. A communications professional for over 20 years, Natalie is a natural storyteller with extensive audio and video production skills.