Inno Approved: DC Tech Events To Know About This Week (10/17-10/23)

Like DC Inno Approved? A fresh version comes out every Monday 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 week. 

Monday, October 17

Event: 2U's Inaugural Front Row Series 

"With its Front Row Series educational networking events, 2U will give top talent an opportunity to mix and mingle with fellow industry pros, while learning from the best in the biz. Join us for happy hour along with light bites — and secret sauce from Harsha. The first 40 people will receive a drink ticket and all attendees will be entered to win an Apple Watch and Amazon Gift Cards!"

Event: DC's Local Economy

"This discussion will inform an ongoing effort led by the Office of the DC Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development (DMPED) to develop a new economic strategy for the District. It will bring together local business leaders, lenders, anchor institution, government and others who can help build a robust local economy. Participants will discuss opportunities related to regulation, financing, recruitment and hiring, worker cooperatives, ways to help longtime businesses adapt to changing markets, and more."

Event: The Millennial Mindset 

"Join the Economic Innovation Group (EIG), EY, and the Georgetown Institute of Politics and Public Service (GU Politics) for a conversation about the nation's largest living generation and what matters most to them as they prepare to cast their vote for President of the United States — many for the first time — this November."

Event: InnovatorBox's Mindful Mondays: "Creative Leadership" 

"Mindful Monday is InnovatorBox's monthly 90-minute creative hangout. Each month we cover different elements on creativity at one of DC's most fascinating spaces and invite a guest speaker who has expertise in that topic. It's an opportunity to learn about creativity, connect with like-minded professionals, and learn new tools to become a better creative leader."

Tuesday, October 18

Event: DC Tech Meetup #50: Demos, Demos, Demos

"Join fellow technologists & technology enthusiasts for an evening of live demos from companies developing great technology in Washington, DC."

Event: Web Development Immersive Info Session

"Are you curious about General Assembly’s upcoming Web Development Immersive Course? Of course you are. Whether you’re looking to cross-over into a role that requires you to know web programming, level up in your existing role, or you’re curious about programming, join us and figure out if this immersive course is a fit for you."

Event: Rooftop Fireside Chat with FCC Commissioner Ajit Pai & Networking Event

"Please join LGBT Tech for a fireside chat with FCC Commissioner Ajit Pai about his recently-announced Digital Empowerment Agenda and what that means for LGBTQ and other underserved communities across the country. Plus two special guests, Mary Hicks-Pope, one of LGBT Tech's PowerOn (formerly Connect4Life) program participants in Washington, D.C., and Dr. Charles Terrell, President of Eastern West Virginia Community and Technical College."

Wednesday, October 19

Event: DC TechBreakfast: Super, Social Delta Inc., Gravatate, Delect Technologies, LLC

"Interact with your peers in a monthly morning breakfast meetup. At this monthly breakfast get-together techies, developers, designers, and entrepreneurs share learn from their peers through show and tell / show-case style presentations."

Event: The Final Words, Hosted by DC Inno and WeWork 

"DC Inno + WeWork have teamed up to bring you an exclusive experience watching the final debate of the 2016 presidential election. Before the debate, meet new people then engage in a panel discussion on what's at stake for innovation with the administration change. Afterwards, enjoy classic Americana cocktails and dessert."

Event: PockitShip App Launch Party

"DC Inno + WeWork have teamed up to bring you an exclusive experience watching the final debate of the 2016 presidential election. Before the debate, meet new people then engage in a panel discussion on what's at stake for innovation with the administration change. Afterwards, enjoy classic Americana cocktails and dessert."

Event: Locale Workspace's Presidential Debate Watch Party

"Join us to view the presidential debates and for a short discussion period afterwards."

Event: PredictIt's Final Presidential Debate Party

"Prove that you’re our sharpest trader in Washington, DC – match wits against fellow traders and politicos from your area as you watch the final debate showdown between Clinton and Trump."

Thursday, October 20

Event: Getaround D.C. Launch Anniversary

"We're celebrating our first year in Washington D.C.—and you're invited to come party with us! While our official one year anniversary may have come and gone, we think its never too late to say thank you to our wonderful D.C. community. Join our founder, Jessica Scorpio, and our D.C. Team at WeWork Manhattan Laundry for a special celebration. Drinks, snacks, and swag are on us."

Event: User Experience Design Immersive Info Session

"Are you curious about General Assembly’s upcoming User Experience Design Immersive Course? Whether you’re looking to cross-over into a role that requires you to know user experience design, level up in your existing role, or you’re curious about user experience design, join us and figure out if this immersive course is a fit for you."

Event: Hacking Elections is Easy!

"ICIT is pleased to host a briefing on its recent research series entitled "Hacking Elections is Easy" Part 1 & Part 2. Join ICIT as we provide an analysis of the tools, techniques and procedures that can be used to compromise our election process, discuss documented incidents and specific vulnerabilities in e-voting machines and discuss the important role election officials and volunteer staff can play in defending against threats."

Event: 15th annual 2016 Best of Gay D.C. Awards

"Voting has ended in the 2016 Washington Blade Best of Gay DC Awards presented by Whitman-Walker Health! Join us on October 20th at the Best of Gay DC Party to celebrate the winners!"

Friday, October 21

Event: Getaround Founder Talk

"Join our founder and VP of Marketing Jessica Scorpio at 1776 for intimate chat about the history and future of Getaround. Whether you have questions about raising your first round or executing your first marketing campaign, Jessica's firsthand experience will provide you with valuable insight. Come learn what it takes to turn an idea into a company."

Event: Tech Lady Hackaton #4 Pre-Party

"We're celebrating the fourth annual Tech Lady Hackathon with a pre-party at Optoro! Join us to meet fellow tech ladies and their allies for a fun evening of eats, drinks, and supporting a more inclusive DC tech scene. We'll also be joined by special guest Valerie R. Coffman, CTO of Xometry."

Event: "Civic Tech" with CodeNewbie DC: Talks, Dinner, Games, and Community

"Join us for a new kind of CodeNewbie DC event! This evening's theme is "Civic Tech". We'll have speakers giving both technical and non-technical talks (don't worry, they'll all be newbie-friendly) and, afterwards, we'll play board games. Come out for great food, code, and community."

The Weekend, October 22-23

Event: Tech Lady Hackathon 

"More than just a day of tech, Tech Lady Hackathon is a day of community building and there will be many opportunities for mentoring and connecting with the rest of the awesome women in attendance. To that end, we're very pleased to be joined by special guest Archana Vemulapalli, the Chief Technology Officer of Washington, DC."

Event: DC Brunchwork with Contactually

"Fill your weekend with inspiration and intention. Join us for an unforgettable farm-to-table brunch and mimosas with Zvi Band (Contactually founder)!"

On Our Radar

Event: DC Marketing Tech Talks – Exploring B2B Account-based Marketing

"During this meetup, we’ll talk Account-based marketing (ABM). Currently a hot topic in B2B marketing, it’s a strategic approach that B2B marketers use to support a defined set of target accounts, including strategic accounts and named accounts."

Event: DC Startup Expo & Tech Job Fair @ Howard University

"We are thrilled to announce TechBreakfast's DC Startup Expo / Tech Job Fair on Tuesday, Oct 25 at Howard University. There will be thousands of attendees representing tech companies, influencers, press, investors, and some of the best startups in the region."

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