Kickstart your culinary business and apply for Roseville Rising

Updated June 05, 2025
Roseville RisingAre you ready to turn your passion for food into a thriving business?

Join us for Roseville Rising: Food, a 10-week program tailored for aspiring food entrepreneurs eager to kickstart a culinary business journey or take your concept to the next level.  

From developing your vision and brand to navigating the complexities of launching and operating a food business, our program will cover the essential topics you need to succeed in the industry. 

Each week, you'll engage in practical exercises and attend sessions featuring guest speakers sharing invaluable insights and experienced advice. The program will culminate in a showcase and tasting event to promote your concepts to the public.

There's no cost to participate in Roseville Rising. 



Application requirements: 
•  Open to new or early-stage food-related businesses, from idea up to $100,000 in annual revenue.
•  Priority is given to founders intending to launch a food business within one year of program completion.
•  Priority is given to businesses intending to operate within the City of Roseville. 
•  You must be able to attend at least 9 of the 10 sessions and the September 23 showcase event. 

Space is limited, apply by Monday, July 7.

Submit your application

Roseville Rising Schedule 

Tuesdays, 4 – 6 p.m.

•  Session 1: July 15
•  Session 2: July 22
•  Session 3: July 29
•  Session 4: August 5
•  Session 5: August 12
•  Session 6: August 19
•  Session 7: August 26
•  Session 8: September 2
•  Session 9: September 9
•  Session 10: September16
•  Showcase event: September 23, 4 - 7 p.m. 

Location

In person sessions are at the Roseville Venture Lab, 316 Vernon Street, Suite 110 in Downtown Roseville. Free parking is available.

Program 

•  Branding and concept development 
•  Crafting the menu 
•  Sourcing, procurement, and inventory management 
•  Financial planning and management 
•  Legalities, regulations, and permitting 
•  Building a team in the hospitality industry  
•  Establishment design and layout 
•  Opening and beyond 
 
Questions

Email or call (916) 774 5283 with questions about the Roseville Rising program or application.



 
Roseville Venture Lab

About the Roseville Venture Lab

Roseville Venture Lab entrepreneur center is a public-private partnership between the City of Roseville and Growth Factory, a nonprofit startup accelerator with an accompanying venture fund.

The lab is dedicated to strengthening local startup businesses, spurring job growth, and fostering a community of entrepreneurs through programs, events, partnerships, workforce development, and coworking space.

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