san antonio tx, October 15, 2025
News Summary
The tenth annual San Antonio Startup Week has begun, bringing together entrepreneurs and community members to foster innovation in the local startup ecosystem. With an expected attendance of around 5,000 participants, the week offers various activities including speakers, panels, and workshops focused on artificial intelligence, health innovation, and diversity within entrepreneurship. Notably, a Gaming Summit is being hosted in collaboration with the Greater Gaming Society, allowing for collaboration and pitching opportunities for game developers and entrepreneurs. Events are open to the public with free registration.
San Antonio
The tenth annual San Antonio Startup Week officially kicked off today in San Antonio, bringing a week of programming designed to develop, encourage, and grow the local startup community. The event aims to attract a broad mix of entrepreneurs and community members, and programming for Startup Week is expected to attract around 5,000 participants throughout the week. Events are taking place in downtown San Antonio and are open to the public with free registration.
What opened and who it serves
The event is aimed at developing, encouraging, and growing the startup community in the Alamo City. The week includes multiple speakers, panels, workshops, lessons, and activities scheduled each day in downtown San Antonio. Sessions covering artificial intelligence, science, and health innovation are featured in this year’s programming, and there is a new focus on diversity within the entrepreneurial community, with an emphasis on innovation across various industries.
Programming highlights and participation
Entrepreneurs from all ages have opportunities to pitch their ideas to large audiences, social media followers, and investors, with cash prizes available. Events required free registration and more information is available online. The programming mix is intended to support anyone interested in turning a side hustle into a business, not only technology founders, and includes practical workshops and hands-on sessions for early-stage founders.
Partnerships and the Gaming Summit
San Antonio Startup Week partnered with the Greater Gaming Society for the first time to host a Gaming Summit during this year’s event. The Gaming Summit features game developers, programmers, artists, and entrepreneurs collaborating to expand the gaming industry in San Antonio. The summit included speaking panels, discussions, and opportunities for community members to play new games from local independent developers. The day concluded with a pitching contest for game creators to present their ideas in a format similar to the show Shark Tank, with chances to win prizes. Ansley Partosa Guerra, head of the Greater Gaming Society, highlighted the emphasis on creative innovation within the industry.
Leadership perspective and ecosystem context
Geekdom CEO Charles Woodin expressed excitement about the startup ecosystem in San Antonio, emphasizing the growth of immersion among entrepreneurs. Organizers emphasized that Startup Week is intended to be inclusive: programming is meant to serve people across industries, experience levels, and backgrounds and to showcase both traditional startup tracks and creative industries such as gaming and arts-driven ventures.
How to participate
Events required free registration and more information is available online. The schedule includes daily sessions and evening activities across downtown venues. Organizers noted that the week is for anyone interested in entrepreneurship, whether pursuing a full-time startup, testing a side project, or exploring new technologies and industries.
Attendance and goals
Programming for Startup Week is expected to attract around 5,000 participants throughout the week. Organizers and partners are focusing on building connections, creating opportunities for pitching and investment, and expanding sector-specific communities such as the local gaming scene.
Key features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Event | The tenth annual San Antonio Startup Week officially kicked off today in San Antonio |
| Purpose | The event is aimed at developing, encouraging, and growing the startup community in the Alamo City |
| Attendance (expected) | Programming for Startup Week is expected to attract around 5,000 participants throughout the week |
| Registration | Events required free registration and more information is available online |
| Partnership | San Antonio Startup Week partnered with the Greater Gaming Society for the first time to host a Gaming Summit during this year’s event |
| Gaming Summit | The Gaming Summit features game developers, programmers, artists, and entrepreneurs collaborating to expand the gaming industry in San Antonio |
Timeline
| Date/Time | Event | Status / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Today | The tenth annual San Antonio Startup Week officially kicked off today in San Antonio | Ongoing |
| During this year’s event | San Antonio Startup Week partnered with the Greater Gaming Society for the first time to host a Gaming Summit during this year’s event | Active |
| Summit day (this week) | The day concluded with a pitching contest for game creators to present their ideas in a format similar to the show Shark Tank, with chances to win prizes | Concluded |
Statistics and Visual
Expected participants this week:
This simple visual represents the single reported statistic for expected attendance: Programming for Startup Week is expected to attract around 5,000 participants throughout the week.
Additional programming notes
The event includes multiple speakers, panels, workshops, lessons, and activities scheduled each day in downtown San Antonio. Entrepreneurs from all ages have opportunities to pitch their ideas to large audiences, social media followers, and investors, with cash prizes available. Sessions covering artificial intelligence, science, and health innovation are featured in this year’s programming. There is a new focus on diversity within the entrepreneurial community, with an emphasis on innovation across various industries.
FAQ
What event kicked off today in San Antonio?
The tenth annual San Antonio Startup Week officially kicked off today in San Antonio.
What is the aim of the event?
The event is aimed at developing, encouraging, and growing the startup community in the Alamo City.
How many participants are expected?
Programming for Startup Week is expected to attract around 5,000 participants throughout the week.
Is registration required and where can I find more information?
Events required free registration and more information is available online.
Did Startup Week introduce any new partnerships this year?
San Antonio Startup Week partnered with the Greater Gaming Society for the first time to host a Gaming Summit during this year’s event.
What did the Gaming Summit include?
The Gaming Summit features game developers, programmers, artists, and entrepreneurs collaborating to expand the gaming industry in San Antonio.
How did the Gaming Summit day conclude?
The day concluded with a pitching contest for game creators to present their ideas in a format similar to the show Shark Tank, with chances to win prizes.
Who commented on the gaming community’s focus?
Ansley Partosa Guerra, head of the Greater Gaming Society, highlighted the emphasis on creative innovation within the industry.
Who has spoken about the broader startup ecosystem?
Geekdom CEO Charles Woodin expressed excitement about the startup ecosystem in San Antonio, emphasizing the growth of immersion among entrepreneurs.
What kinds of sessions are included in programming?
Sessions covering artificial intelligence, science, and health innovation are featured in this year’s programming.
Is the event limited to tech founders?
Events at Startup Week are open to the public and aim to support anyone interested in turning a side hustle into a business, not just those in tech.
Is diversity part of this year’s focus?
There is a new focus on diversity within the entrepreneurial community, with an emphasis on innovation across various industries.
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