The city's innovative spirit will also shine through during LA Tech Week 2025 from October 13-17, a week-long gathering of entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, and thought leaders that promises to highlight how Pasadena's ecosystem continues to generate innovative solutions.
The event series organized by a16z., through Innovate Pasadena:
The event series organized by a16z., through Innovate Pasadena:
- Tuesday, 10/14 - Designing the Climate Future for Pasadena
- Wednesday, 10/15 - Hacking Human Happiness
- Thursday, 10/16 - Pasadena Tech Happy Hour
- Friday, 10/17 - Deep Tech Entrepreneurship: Pillars of Pasadena Tech
On the civic front, Pasadena is vying for the Most Business-Friendly City award at the 30th annual Eddy Awards, organized by the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation (LAEDC). The winner will be announced on November 5 at the Rose Bowl. For a city that thrives on innovation and entrepreneurship, the nomination itself is a recognition of Pasadena's role as an economic and creative powerhouse.
Sustainability is also on the agenda. The City Council recently approved a lease amendment allowing JPL to install solar canopies in its West Arroyo parking lot. The project reflects Pasadena's commitment to clean energy and ensures that the city's most famous tenant, JPL, can expand its work with a smaller carbon footprint.
From Mars rovers to climate solutions, Pasadena continues to demonstrate that it's not just part of the global technological conversation, but where the future begins.
Sustainability is also on the agenda. The City Council recently approved a lease amendment allowing JPL to install solar canopies in its West Arroyo parking lot. The project reflects Pasadena's commitment to clean energy and ensures that the city's most famous tenant, JPL, can expand its work with a smaller carbon footprint.
From Mars rovers to climate solutions, Pasadena continues to demonstrate that it's not just part of the global technological conversation, but where the future begins.