Building Innovation Infrastructure for Sacramento’s Next Generation of AI-Native Startups and Technical Talent
HUMANBULB is a Sacramento-based nonprofit building advanced AI-native and emerging-technology labs, activating diverse founder pathways, and expanding inclusive access to high-growth startup and tech career opportunities—especially for women, LGBTQ+ people, immigrants/refugees, BIPOC, and low-income communities.
HUMANBULB Innovation Center
Innovation ecosystems are built with infrastructure
Located in Sacramento, the HUMANBULB Innovation Center provides AI-native and emerging-technology labs where startups are formed, products are validated, and technical talent is developed in an environment intentionally designed to expand inclusive access to innovation.
AI Lab
Build intelligent software systems, AI-native applications, automation workflows, and robotics-enabled solutions using generative AI tools and advanced coding environments.
Prototyping Lab
Move from concept to functional prototype using 3D printing, CNC machining, 3D scanning, robotics systems, and digital fabrication tools.
Visual Thinking Lab
Model, simulate, and test systems using immersive technologies including VR environments, spatial analysis tools, and drone-assisted evaluation.
HUMANBULB Mobile STEM Lab
Portable innovation infrastructure. Expanded reach.
The HUMANBULB Mobile STEM Lab brings advanced emerging-technology tools directly into schools and communities—expanding access to AI systems, robotics, digital fabrication, immersive environments, and clean energy demonstrations.
Startup Acceleration & Incubation
Infrastructure meets access
Sacramento’s startup pipeline expands when advanced technology infrastructure connects with inclusive founder pathways. HUMANBULB supports diverse innovators in transforming ideas into scalable ventures.
Technical Professionals
Engineers, data professionals, designers, and product leaders launching AI-enabled and technology-driven companies.
Domain Experts
Professionals in food systems, clean technology, life sciences, creative economy, and smart cities building innovation within priority industry sectors.
Community Innovators
Individuals converting lived experience into scalable startup solutions that address real-world challenges.
Innovation Sprints & Hackathons
Rapid-build environments designed to move ideas from concept to validated prototype—accelerating venture formation in compressed timeframes.
Emerging-Tech Workforce Development
High-growth innovation requires high-capacity technical talent
HUMANBULB delivers industry-aligned workforce training pathways that build real-world capability for high-growth technical careers in Sacramento and beyond.
Cybersecurity
Data Analytics
Advanced Data Analytics
Business Intelligence
IT Support
Project Management
UX Design
Digital Marketing & E-Commerce
AI Essentials
GreenCareers Launchpad Internship
Training meets industry
A paid internship program connecting emerging technical talent with sustainability-focused employers across the Sacramento region—bridging workforce preparation with real-world industry experience.
Youth STEM Programs
Access begins early
HUMANBULB introduces young people to AI, robotics, digital fabrication, and emerging technologies through immersive, hands-on learning environments.
#SacTown Youth Nights
Engineers, data professionals, designers, and product leaders launching AI-enabled and technology-driven companies.
STEM Workshops
Professionals in food systems, clean technology, life sciences, creative economy, and smart cities building innovation within priority industry sectors.
Summer Programs
Individuals converting lived experience into scalable startup solutions that address real-world challenges.
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