TENWEST Returns to Tucson Mar. 25-30
TENWEST, by Startup Tucson, is back! This six-day festival and three-day conference will once again transform Downtown Tucson into a hub of innovation, entrepreneurship, and creativity from Mar. 25-30
With the 2025 themes, Trends, Entrepreneurship, Creativity and Wellness at its core, TENWEST offers an exciting lineup of speakers, workshops, networking events, and interactive experiences designed to inspire and empower attendees.
EXPERIENCE
This year’s lineup is packed with inspiring speakers, live performances, and community events:
Guy Raz (host of “How I Built This” podcast)– Keynote: “7 Lessons I’ve Learned From the
World’s Greatest Entrepreneurs”
March 26 | Centennial Hall
Reggie Watts– Live music and comedy performance
March 28 | 191 Toole
Dr. Henry Louis Gates Jr.– Free lecture experience
March 28 | Centennial Hall
IdeaFunding Pitch Competition– 20+ startups compete for $50K+ in total prizes
March 27 | Rialto Theatre
Made in Tucson Market + TENWEST Corbett’s Takeover– 200+ local vendors, interactive
art, live music, and networking.
March 30 | 7th St + Corbett’s
Beyond the keynotes and “X” events, TENWEST offers 15-20 breakout sessions daily (Mar.
26-28), covering topics such as:
● “Trash to Treasure” –Innovations Advancing the Circular Economy
● “Innovate with AI” – Redefining Roles & Boosting Productivity
● “Endless Lead Generation” – Podcasting & YouTube for Entrepreneurs
● “Indigenous Innovation”– Culture, Creativity & Technology in Business
…and much more.
LEARN
Innovation never stops, and neither does TENWEST. The three-day conference (March 26-28)
features leading experts delivering cutting-edge insights in entrepreneurship and creativity. New this year is a Saturday Wellness Summit. Attendees will gain actionable strategies to advance their careers through:
● 3 Days of Breakout Sessions covering industry trends, entrepreneurship, & creativity
● Mentor Zones offering personalized guidance
● Wellness Summit to recharge and refocus at the Andrew Weil Center for Integrative
Medicine
CONNECT
Networking made easy! TENWEST offers multiple ways to connect with entrepreneurs,
leaders, professionals, and creatives, including:
● Mega Mixer Kickoff Event (Mar. 25)
● Daily LunchLinks via Rio Nuevo
● Daily Happy Hours at popular downtown venues
VENUES
The TENWEST Conference takes place across various Downtown Tucson locations,
including:
● The Grand (TENWEST HQ)
● HighWire
● BrickBox Brewery
● Playground
● AC Hotel
● Tucson Metro Chamber
● Rialto
“TENWEST is back to celebrate our 10th year in Tucson,” said Liz Pocock, CEO of Startup Tucson. “This year attendees can expect a robust conference line-up, unique experiences and to make lasting connections. Don’t miss out on Arizona’s premier innovation festival.”
Discover the full schedule and purchase tickets at TENWEST.COM
TENWEST is produced by Startup Tucson and Ranch House Media, and sponsored by Arizona
