Have you ever dreamed of starting your own business but were unsure where to begin? This may be your moment.

On Saturday, Feb. 3, Cal State Monterey Bay’s iiED – the Institute for Innovation and Economic Development – will hold its annual Startup Factory, a daylong immersive, hands-on experience designed to transform ideas into thriving business ventures. 

Participants will learn the essential steps in creating a business that addresses problems close to their hearts, and can explore the key elements of entrepreneurship while learning how to craft solutions that make an impact.

The event runs from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. in the Business and Information Technology Building, 3052 Divarty St., Seaside. Tickets are $25 for students and $75 for general admission. Cal State Monterey Bay students get in free. 

For more information, go to the web page.