MeeBoss Startup Hiring Festival – From Chat to Career
Please note, this registration page is for job seekers only. If you are a startup looking to hire, please visit https://luma.com/3ux1795t.
Land Your Next Role at Seattle’s Startup Hiring Festival
Looking to start 2026 off right with your next big opportunity? The Seattle Startup Hiring Festival is back! Once again we’re bringing together dozens of startups and hundreds of job seekers for an afternoon of direct connections, real conversations, and in-person interviews.
Check out the growing list of participating startups and explore their open roles: CLICK HERE >> please also watch THIS VIDEO.
This isn’t a typical job fair. MeeBoss is a match-first, chat-first platform that connects you directly with hiring managers before you even step into the room. That means by the time you arrive, you’ll already have matches and conversations underway and you’ll know exactly which startups to prioritize meeting during the festival.
How It Works for Job Seekers
Register here on Luma
Fill in your details so we can confirm your spot.
Space is limited, and registration will be approved manually to ensure balance.
Get Matched on MeeBoss
Once registered, you’ll receive an invite to set up your MeeBoss profile.
MeeBoss will automatically match you with open roles from participating startups.
Start Chatting with Employers
Use MeeBoss’ ChatFirst platform to connect with startups before the event.
Build relationships, ask questions, and line up potential interviews.
Meet In Person at the Festival
You’ll be able to meet the startups you’ve already chatted with, plus discover new ones.
Not available during a block? No problem. We’ll also have dedicated space open all day for impromptu chats.
Keep the Momentum Going
After the event, continue conversations in MeeBoss chat.
Many job seekers walk away with interviews scheduled and some even get hired on-site.
Startups & Open Roles
Want to know who you’ll meet at the Hiring Festival? Check out the growing list of participating startups and explore their open roles: CLICK HERE.
IMPORTANT: This page is updated as new startups register, so keep checking back to see the latest opportunities.
Please note, this registration page is for job seekers only. If you are a startup looking to hire, please visit https://luma.com/3ux1795t.
Festival Agenda
11:00 – 11:30 AM | Doors Open & Check-In
Registration desk open (remains staffed throughout the day)
Coffee + light snacks available for early arrivals
Informal networking before the program begins
11:30 – 12:00 PM | Opening Remarks
Welcome from MeeBoss
Introduction of our co-hosts and partners
Quick orientation: how to get the most out of the Hiring Festival
12:00 – 3:00 PM | Hiring Festival Block
All startups host booths and meet candidates in one continuous hiring session
Job seekers rotate through conversations at their own pace
Optional mini-interviews available for structured chats
Lunch served buffet-style (12:30–1:30) so candidates naturally rotate in and out
Candidate-focused panel (1:30–2:15): “How to Land a Role at a Startup — founders and investors share real-world tips while booths remain open
Tips to Get the Most Out of the Festival
It's important that you set yourself up for success ahead of time. Follow the tips below and please review our full FAQ here in advance.
Complete your MeeBoss profile early. The better your profile, the better your matches.
Chat before you meet. Starting conversations online builds trust and gives you an edge in person.
Come prepared. Bring questions, know your top matches, but also explore new startups on-site.
Stay flexible. If you miss someone in their block, use the impromptu chat spaces to connect.
Network, network, network. Meals, panels, and happy hour are as valuable as the hiring blocks.
Register now to secure your spot and get matched with startups before the festival!
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