Talent Capital Expo at DC Tech and Startup Week
Date
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Time
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Location
1875 K St. NW, 5th Floor, Washington, DC 20006
Event Overview
Step into the Talent Capital Expo during the 10th anniversary of DC Tech & Startup Week (DCSTW), a premier gathering of over 8,000 founders, investors, technologists, and innovators from across the U.S. and 18+ countries. This event highlights the region’s commitment to entrepreneurship, workforce opportunity, and inclusive innovation.
Introducing the Talent Capital Career Lounge
Powered by TalentCapital.AI
A new regional initiative focused on workforce connections, especially for jobseekers and displaced federal workers across DC, Maryland, and Virginia. The Lounge will feature:
Employer networking and on-site job interviews
Career coaching and mental health resources
Résumé reviews and professional headshots
Skills assessments and talent-matching services
Lightning Sessions Powered by Wellfed
Quick, high-impact sessions to recharge your mind and career:
Make Networking Suck Less
Nail Your Professional Pitch
Start a Business or Consulting Gig
Leverage LinkedIn to Win Clients
Two-Person Power Profile
Affirmation Station
LinkedIn Boost Bar
Chair Yoga + Breathing Breaks
Register during the event to unlock future benefits
Three complimentary private executive coaching sessions (Grounded Idealist)
Free PMP Certification (offered by UDC)
Free access to SkillsNation online courses
Free LinkedIn Premium subscription (via VirginiaWorks)
Free Google AI courses (via VirginiaWorks)
Connections to regional workforce agencies and available benefits
Exclusive Opportunities for Employers
Get pre-matched with qualified talent
Meet top candidates on-site and conduct interviews
Network with peers and connect with startups exhibiting at the expo
Exclusive Opportunities for Attendees
Register during the event for future benefits:
Three free sessions of private executive coaching (Grounded Idealist)
Free PMP Certification (offered by UDC)
Free access to SkillsNation online courses
Free LinkedIn Premium subscription (via VirginiaWorks)
Free Google AI courses (via VirginiaWorks)
Access to regional workforce agencies and benefits
Who Should Attend
Jobseekers and transitioning professionals
Startup founders and hiring managers
Displaced federal workers
Employers
Partners who may have services