Where the Startup World Meets
A connected community for founders, entrepreneurs, investors, mentors, and the people building what's next.
Our Story
CIBA Startups is an initiative of the California International Business Association (CIBA), fostering global business connections and entrepreneurship.
CIBA Startups is where the startup world meets. We bring founders, entrepreneurs, investors, mentors, professionals, and startup-minded people together in one connected community.
Built under CIBA Business Network, CIBA Startups supports the growing startup ecosystem by creating space for meaningful introductions, shared knowledge, and real business conversations.
What we do
We organize events, interviews, founder stories, articles, and community programs that help people connect with the startup ecosystem in a practical way.
Our goal is to give founders and startup-minded professionals more visibility, more access, and more opportunities to meet the people who can support their next step.
What we stand for
Four principles behind every event and program.
Our Mission
Empower the startup community by connecting founders, investors, and operators.
Our Values
Substance over noise, community first, and a deep commitment to long-term relationships.
Our Community
A growing network of 500+ members building, investing, and learning together.
Quality First
Curated events, vetted content, and meaningful conversations — not noise.
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