Fired Up: Tri-Cities Tech Expo

The first annual Fired Up Tri-Cities Tech Expo, hosted by Fuse and the Tri-Cities Angel Alliance, showcases the startup ecosystem in the Tri-Cities region. Founders can meet local and regional investors, and the afternoon is free and come-and-go. 1:30 to 3 p.m.: Pitches and one-on-one meetings at Fuse 3 to 4 p.m.: Startup expo with Tri-Cities tech startups at Fuse 4 to 6 p.m.: Reception at Solar Spirits, across the street, with remarks at 5:30 p.m. It follows the 30th Annual Tri-Cities Entrepreneurial Awards Lunch (noon to 1 p.m. at the Riverfront Hotel, $40 separate ticket). Register here by Oct. 16.