Basement Signature Events
Entrepreneur Workshops
Whether you are a student startup with a brand new idea, a small business owner with a side project, or a seasoned business mogul, the Entrepreneur Workshop series offers practical tools and insights to help you take the next step. Each session covers essential for founders and innovators -- come come ready to learn, connect, and build skills for your entrepreneurial journey.
Basement Recruitment Fair
Interested in joining a student-run startup? The Basement Startup Recruitment Fair, held each Winter Quarter, is your chance to meet ventures looking for motivated team members across all disciplines. Whether you’re into design, marketing, business, engineering, or more, there’s a team for you. Build real-world experience, grow your portfolio, and contribute to innovative projects shaping the future.
Triton Tank
Got a game-changing idea? Pitch it at Triton Tank, the Basement’s signature pitch competition inspired by Shark Tank. Step through our elevator doors and deliver a 90-second pitch to a panel of expert judges. Whether you’re ready to showcase your innovation for the chance to win prizes and recognition—or you just want to cheer on UC San Diego’s boldest student entrepreneurs – Triton Tank is the place to be.
Founder Fireside
Launching a business or social enterprise is challenging—it requires time, resources, and persistence. At Founder Fireside, UC San alumni founders return to campus to share their successes, struggles, and everything in between.This event offers a unique opportunity to learn from their journeys and connect with fellow entrepreneurs who are passionate about making a positive impact on society.
Demo Day
Demo Day is The Basement’s annual showcase of student innovation, featuring standout startups from the Blackstone LaunchPad program and projects from Innovating for X (i4X). Join us for live pitches, interactive demos, and networking with local innovation leaders. Finalists will compete for top prizes, and attendees can vote for the Audience Choice Award.
