JAX Business Calendar

Wednesday - April 1st

Government Contracting: Overview presented by Florida APEX at UCF

Wed, Apr 1, 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Online · Organizer: SBDC

This training session is designed for businesses new to government contracting and those looking to fill gaps. It covers the contracting process, business readiness, marketing strategies, and more. Attendees will receive practical handouts and resources....

Business Mastermind 1.0

Wed, Apr 1, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

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In person Riverside–Avondale · Organizer: JSEB - City of Jacksonville 501 Riverside Avenue, Suite 116, Jacksonville, Florida 32202

Business Mastermind 1.0 is an in-person session that kicks off a six-week “Business Mastermind Series.” The event listing shows the first meeting taking place on February 25, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM, with the series continuing every Wednesday for six weeks, beginning on that date. Thi...

Business Luncheon Networking Social

Wed, Apr 1, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM

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In person Southside / Baymeadows · Organizer: SBMC 10367 Mid Town Pkwy, Jacksonville, FL 32246, USA

This SBMC lunch meeting features a guest speaker. The event is held at Maggiano’s and includes a social hour beginning at 11:30 AM, followed by lunch at 12:00 PM. Attendees are encouraged to bring a guest and a door prize to help get their business recognized during the meeting....

SLI Leadership Series - Antonio Taylor

Wed, Apr 1, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

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Online · Organizer: SIM

This webinar's guest speaker session features Antonio Taylor, author of Stop Trying to Be a Leader, for a conversation centered on leadership, accountability, and modern technology realities. With more than 26 years of experience across healthcare, enterprise IT, infrastructure, and security, Ant...

JaxTech: Healthcare Tech in Jax

Wed, Apr 1, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM

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In person Downtown / Urban Core · Organizer: Jax Tech 1750 E Duval St, Jacksonville, FL 32202, USA

The JAX Tech Meetup – Future of Tech Discussion is an in-person gathering for technology professionals, developers, innovators, and tech enthusiasts to connect, share insights, and explore trends shaping the local and broader tech ecosystem. The event features interactive conversations on relev...

SCORE Launch Your Dream Business with Confidence

Wed, Apr 1, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

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Online · Organizer: SBA

Transform your business idea into reality with this comprehensive launch blueprint designed for first-time or early entrepreneurs. Attendees will gain a clear roadmap to navigate essential aspects of starting a business, including legal structures, licensing, taxes, and insurance. The event will ...

NextUp JAX Public Policy Committee Meeting

Wed, Apr 1, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

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In person Downtown / Urban Core · Organizer: JAX Chamber - NextUp JAX 228 E Forsyth Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202

Join fellow young professionals for the first Public Policy Committee Meeting of the year at Ruby Beach Brewing. This engaging event will focus on shaping the agenda for 2026, gathering questions and topics for future speakers, and discussing current policy issues in the news. Attendees will have...

Silicon Beach Pitch Event

Wed, Apr 1, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

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In person Southside / Baymeadows · Organizer: Silicon Beach 1 UNF Dr., Jacksonville, FL 32224, USA

This in-person pitch event features timed startup pitches followed by live Q&A and audience participation. The event includes “PitchVote,” a tool that allows audience members to rate pitches and provide direct feedback to entrepreneurs during the program. The audience includes angel investors...

Thursday - April 2nd

Coffee and Commerce - Goodwill @ The Corner at Debs Store

Thu, Apr 2, 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM

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In person Downtown / Urban Core · Organizer: JAX Chamber 1478 Florida Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32206

Start your morning with Coffee & Commerce, a welcoming coffee social built for anyone who wants a simple, in-person way to connect with others in the local business community. Expect a relaxed, come-as-you-are atmosphere with time to meet new faces and chat over coffee, plus a light breakfast ser...

Coffee & Contracting - Virtual Roundtable for Government Contracting

Thu, Apr 2, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

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Online · Organizer: UNF SBDC

Coffee & Contracting – Virtual Roundtable for Government Contracting is a live online roundtable designed to help small business owners and entrepreneurs explore the fundamentals of government contracting. The session is part of an ongoing series hosted by the Florida APEX Accelerator at the Un...