Events & Community

Innovation doesn’t happen in isolation — it happens here.

Building an Ecosystem

At AirSpace Integration, we believe innovation doesn’t happen in isolation; it emerges from connection, shared ideas, and active community. Our campus hosts and supports a wide range of events that bring together startups, aviators, aerospace engineers, automation specialists, investors, educators, and regional partners.

Whether you’re launching a new UAS prototype, joining a roundtable on advanced air mobility, or connecting with local founders, you’ll find that our environment is designed for collaboration, learning, and momentum.

Signature Event Partnerships

DART

We work closely with Monterey Bay DART (Drones, Automation & Robotics Technology Initiative) — a regional nonprofit advancing the AAM and UAS sectors through workforce development, industry collaboration, and public engagement.

Events like the DART LIFT Summit and community tech meetups create opportunities to engage with thought leaders, policymakers, and innovators who are shaping California’s next chapter in the aerospace economy.

Local Startup & Tech Meetups

AirSpace Integration regularly collaborates with the Monterey Bay startup ecosystem; connecting aerospace and automation innovators with entrepreneurs, investors, and creative technologists.

These gatherings help bridge the gap between prototype development and market adoption.

Aviation & Maker Community Events

From hands-on drone labs to composite workshops and robotics expos, our test range and hangar spaces transform into dynamic venues for learning, experimentation, and discovery.

We also participate in regional aviation shows and STEM outreach events, fostering a culture of shared knowledge and inspiration.

Why Participate

  • Access a full ecosystem: Fabrication labs, flight range, and expert community in one place.

  • Accelerate your learning curve: Attend workshops on materials, simulation, or airspace management.

  • Showcase your work: Host demos, open houses, or media events with full AV and logistical support.

  • Be part of the movement: Contribute to shaping the region’s role as a hub for next-generation aviation and robotics.

Upcoming Highlights

CEO Works Luncheon | A One Hour Tech Startup Bootcamp

March 25 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

Ever wanted to create your own startup? Learn the fundamentals from the VP of Collaboration AI at Cisco, Chris Rowen.This talk distills key lessons from Chris Rowen’s Startup Bootcamp, drawing on his experience founding and leading multiple successful startups and working closely with early-stage teams across technology domains. The session covers the essential realities of [...]

CEO Works | How to Attract, Grow, and Retain Talent in Santa Cruz County

April 22 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

Candice Elliot will discuss how to prepare your business for talent and cultivate work environments where both employers & employees thrive.Santa Cruz County’s economic future depends not just on attracting talent, but on employers’ ability to develop, support, and retain the young professionals who want to build their lives and careers here. In this talk, [...]

Santa Cruz Launchpad 2026

May 13 @ 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Santa Cruz Launchpad is the largest annual student startup competition and community job fair event in Santa Cruz County.Santa Cruz Launchpad, previously known as “Get Hired” features an exciting combination of student startup competition plus a community job fair. This year’s Santa Cruz Launchpad event is proudly hosted by Santa Cruz Works, Cabrillo College, UC [...]

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