What we’re about
# SOFTEC Moments Ignite Conversations
## SOFTEC is the
## Society of Friendly Technologists, Entrepreneurs, and Creatives
Our mission is to foster a vibrant TEC (Technologist, Entrepreneur, and Creative) community through engaging networking events, discussions, and educational programs. We serve professionals across San Luis Obispo County and the Santa Maria Valley. Softec champions entrepreneurship, innovation, and collaboration by creating “Softec Moments” that ignite world-changing conversations.
# Why Softec Moments Matter
- Moments Ignite Conversations
- Conversations Create Relationships
- Relationships Build Teams
- Teams Evolve Into Businesses
- Businesses Create Jobs
- Jobs Create Wealth
- Wealth Drives Quality of Life
- Quality of life is why our families and friends choose to live here
Upcoming events (4)
See all- Linux Intro and Capture the Flag GameSoftec @ CTE , Santa Maria , CA
Join us for a fun "Capture the Flag" white-hat hacking event. We start the first hour with Linux Essentials Training brought to you by Radiant Cyber Defense (registration is required), followed by some fun hacking challenges created by Ty Lamica and the MRC Career Technical Education Cybersecurity team.
If interested in the training, please Register Here:
If you only want to participate in the CTF, no need to register, you can just show up at 6 pm.
Radiant Cyber Defense is a cybersecurity services business focusing on enhancing security posture, employee awareness, and strategic planning, and is the founding member of the Santa Maria Cybersecurity SIG.
- Idea Lab - Where Startups StartSoftec @ Santa Maria Chamber, Santa Maria , CA
Where Startups Start
Idea Lab is the first step on the entrepreneurial path. From wild one-minute pitches to practice proposals, this is where ideas find teams and start toward a launch. Meet like-minded professionals with shared goals. This is how you get to the launch pad. This event is cross-community, with events in Santa Maria and SLO.
Vote for prior ideas to get your mind warmed up.
- Women in Technology Dinner - The Wave ForwardVentana Grill , Pismo Beach, CA
We are using Meetup just to communicate with our Meetup Audience. The event registration is at
https://www.my805tix.com/e/wave-forward1/tickets
This dynamic event, a collaboration between SOFTEC and Women Making Waves, highlights women innovating and leading the Next Wave.
It brings together bold thinkers, rising leaders, and innovators across sectors to connect, collaborate, and accelerate personal and professional development.
With a focus on intentional mentorship and the power of storytelling, The Wave Forward invites attendees to share experiences, spark new ideas, and cultivate meaningful relationships that fuel growth, innovation, and lasting impact for the Next Wave of leaders in the Central Coast region and beyond.
Your ticket includes: A beautiful buffet dinner
Plus... a chance to:
• Learn from powerhouse women leading with courage, creativity, clarity, and authenticity.
• Gain actionable insights in leadership, entrepreneurship, and mentorship.
• Ignite your growth with inspiring talks and connection opportunities.
• Be part of redefining what leadership and community look like on the Central Coast.
• Share your voice and vision in interactive sessions and story-driven exchanges.
• Leave energized and equipped to take bold steps forward in business, life, and leadership.
Bring some friends along, and together we'll #makewaves.
