Inno Approved: DC Tech Events To Know About This Week (11/28-12/2)

Like DC Inno Approved? A fresh version comes out every week with new ideas of tech and networking events to check out. Here's a list of great tech, business and networking events in D.C., Maryland and Virginia, to hit up this weekend and the week ahead. 

Monday, November 28

Event: PITCH 2016

"The DC chapter of the Dartmouth Entrepreneurial Network is kicking off its 2016-2017 PITCH-SURGE-LAUNCH contest cycle with PITCH 2016, its annual business pitch contest.

If you have a new venture getting off the ground or an idea whose time has come, this is your chance. Or if you someone who does, pass the word! The contest focuses on developing specific skills and brings together a network of resources, including mentorship from venture capitalists, serial entrepreneurs, corporate executives and legal experts." 

Event: Data Analytics Info Session

"Are you curious about General Assembly’s upcoming Data Analytics Course? Whether you’re looking to cross-over into a data focused role or level up in your existing role, join us and figure out if this course is a fit for you."

Tuesday, November 29

Event: "Dream, Girl" Documentary Screening

"Dream, Girl is the documentary showcasing the stories of inspiring & ambitious female entrepreneurs. Join us for an exclusive screening with at 1776 Crystal City!"

Event: Original Grassroots Kickoff Reception

"Join the Grassroots Professional Network (GPN) as we kickoff our new networking series "Original Grassroots" showcasing the organization as the only group dedicated to solely fostering best practices among grassroots and advocacy communications professionals. Stop by for a beer and hear some old-school beats from DJ Dior and Brian Forehand on saxaphone. The last three GPN events have sold out quickly so RSVP today."

Event: Understanding How Change Happens: A Book Launch and Panel Discussion

"Duncan Green will join us to present the key ideas of his highly-acclaimed new book -- called “a splendid treatise on how to change the actual world” by Amartya Sen and “an indispensable guide for activists and change-makers everywhere” by Francis Fukuyama."

Event: "Technical Interviews" with CodeNewbie DC: Talks, Dinner, Games, and Community

"Join us for another CodeNewbie DC event! This evening's theme is "Technical Interviews." You've heard of the dreaded technical interview - come join us to ease your fears and learn how to conquer them. We'll have speakers giving both technical and non-technical talks (don't worry, they'll all be newbie-friendly) and, afterward, we'll play board games. Come out for great food, code, and community."

Wednesday, November 30

Event: Blockchain Technology & Structured Finance

"The Structured Finance Industry Group (SFIG), the Chamber of Digital Commerce and Deloitte invite you to a discussion to explore the possibilities of blockchain technology in the securitization industry."

Event: Norwegian Christmas at Union Station

"DC’s holiday season kicks off with the region’s earliest Christmas tree lighting ceremony: the 20th annual Norwegian Christmas tree at Union Station, 6:00 p.m., Wed., Nov. 30."

Event: Cross-Sector Investment for Equitable Cities

"Join us for an evening exploring how blended philanthropic, public, & private capital are combining forces to address systemic inequality in cities, and the role individuals have to play in this movement. We'll take a look at DC as case study and discuss ways everyone can get involved in impact investing right in our own backyard."

Event: Virtual Reality: The Final Medium

"In this talk, NotionTheory's own Kristian Bouw will be covering: A brief history on virtual reality, How brands are leveraging VR to increase customer engagement, The innovative technology powering these virtual reality devices, and What the future of VR holds"

Thursday, December 1

Event: 50 on Fire

"Recognizing inventors, disruptors, luminaries and newsmakers, DC Inno's 50 on Fire celebrates visionary individuals across DC's top industries."

Event: Artificial Intelligence and Virtual Reality for Federal Public Service Workshop

"You are invited to register for the first launch workshop of the two new, permanent U.S. federal government-wide Communities charged with collaborating with private sector innovators to evaluate, develop and administer revolutionary Artificial Intelligence and Virtual/Augmented Reality services for citizens.

This launch workshop for both new Communities will feature hands-on demos of cutting-edge technologies available to public services combined with two ideation tracks for the development of practical business cases and inter-agency goal-setting."

Event: Video Storytelling Workshop with Planet Forward

"Join the GW Office of Innovation and Entrepreneurship and Planet Forward, a project of the School of Media and Public Affairs, and its experienced media team to learn more about incorporating storytelling into your video pitch. Planet Forward Director, Dan Reed and staff will lead this workshop featuring tips on how to craft a compelling story and the basics of creating a good video."

Event: AEI's Jingle & Mingle

"Thank you for your interest in "AEI's Jingle and Mingle" holiday reception. Due to space constraints, registration is now closed. This is event is RSVP required; walk-ins may not be accepted."

Event: The Founders Series: Andrew Lindsey, Founder of Source

"Join NYCDA as we welcome Andrew Lindsey — founder of DC-based startup Source — to our DC campus for the very first edition of The Founders Series. Source is a digital platform that aims to cut through the "noise" of news aggregators by providing curated content directly to the user."

Friday, December 2

Event: DataKind / Annie E. Casey Foundation DataDive

"We’re thrilled to be hosting a DataDive December 2-4 and are looking for data pros of all backgrounds to roll up their sleeves and work side by side with experts from the Annie E. Casey Foundation to help use data to unravel tough questions and prototype new solutions." 

Event: Bridging a Career from Politics to Tech

"Interested in making the career jump from the Beltway to the Bay Area or a DC-based tech company? Lincoln Network and TheBridge are teaming up to host a post-election event on navigating from a career in politics to a career in tech. Our guest speakers will share their experiences applying the skills they honed in Washington to new jobs at some of Silicon Valley's biggest companies. Experts will also share tips on how to market your experiences to some of the most exciting tech companies in the world." 

On Our Radar

Event: 2nd Annual Timmy Awards

"This December, join Tech in Motion for DC’s 2nd Annual Timmy Awards in an effort to recognize the best places for technology professionals to work." 

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